Issues and Action

League of Women Voters^®
of Concord-Carlisle, Massachusetts

The League's studies, positions on issues, and action in support of its positions.

Green Initiatives. Positions. Studies. Action. Casino Gambling.

Green Initiatives

The LWVCC has adopted Education and Action on Green Initiatives as a priority for 2008-2009. Click here to learn about upcoming events and ways to get involved.

League Positions

Based on study and member agreement, the League at all levels creates its "program," a set of positions on which it educates the public and seeks to influence public policy. Learn about the positions held by LWVCC, as well as the state and national Leagues.
LWVCC Local Program 2007-2008
LWV of Massachusetts' Where We Stand
LWVUS' Impact on Issues
LWVUS New Immigration Reform Policy Position

League Studies

The League studies selected governmental and public policy issues at the local, state and national levels. Through a carefully conducted process, members explore all aspects and sides of an issue, and through discussion and consensus, seek to establish member agreement on issue positions. Participating in League studies is a great way to become knowledgeable on some of the most important issues of the day.
During 2007-2008, LWVCC was involved in two state League studies and one national League study:
Affordable Housing
Fiscal Policy: Local consensus meeting was held on February 13, 2008.
Immigration

League in Action

LWVCC takes action on League positions in a variety of ways. Action can range from a letter to the editor, to a speech at Town Meeting, to a campaign in support of proposed legislation or a ballot item.
In accordance with its nonpartisanship policy, however, the League never supports or opposes any political candidate or party.
Voting Recommendations for 2008 Concord Town Meeting: LWVCC has issued its voting recommendations for the 2008 Concord Town Meeting.
Willard School Action: Last fall, the League took action, based on its Education position, to support the proposed re-building of the Willard School at the November 5, 2007 Special Town Meeting and at the November 14, 2007 election.
For more information on LWVCC in Action, please read our:
Press Releases
Letters to the Editor
Public Statements

Casino Gambling

LWV of Massachusetts opposes the establishment of legalized casino gambling in Massachusetts, and LWVCC member Louise Haldeman is the state League's Casino Gambling Specialist. For more information on the League's position and how you can take action, click here or contact lhaldeman@lwvma.org.

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