Join us for a panel to explore engaging in civil political discourse among family and friends! The panelists will provide different points of view involving civil discourse, to include: Catherine Forslund, Rockford University Professor of American History, offering historical context on contentious presidential campaigns. Ron Lee, Rockford University Professor of Political Science, will share insights about how to have a political conversation in a civil, courteous manner. Barb Laimins, chair of the League of Women Voters of Illinois (LWVIL) Mis/Disinformation Task Force, will share steps that will help you identify misinformation and disinformation. Charles Stone, state coordinator of Braver Angels, [...]

ENERGIZE: Empowerment Network for Engaging and Revitalized Growth, Inspiration, and a Zest for Excellence Following up on our August 29 training session https://tockify.com/lwvil/detail/615/1724972400000 , LWVIL is offering breakout sessions to focus on specific League leadership roles. This virtual event is open to all new and experienced leaders of Illinois local Leagues and MAS Units, as well as any interested members. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/eventReg.jsp?event=599& Breakout Session Options: * Executive Leadership Team (Presidents, co-presidents, vice presidents, secretaries) * Communications * Issues & Advocacy * Membership * Treasurers * Voter Service

The League of Women Voters of McHenry County, in partnership with the McHenry County College Office of Student Life, will present an overview of the Electoral College and what it means for the Presidential Election. Since 1970, the League of Women Voters has believed that the Electoral College should be abolished in favor of a direct popular vote. Join us to learn more! This is a hybrid event. Register to attend via Zoom. https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1SMU5SVHQTOKGsfSUy8vqw#/registration You are welcome to attend this event in person at McHenry County College Luecht Conference Center, 8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012.