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Daily Journal Column 15 - Politics and ethical decisions

Published On 2/15/2024

Ethical principles help us make positive and just decisions that contribute to the common good of all.

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Daily Journal Column 14 - Be Informed, Speak Out

Published On 1/25/2024

Legislators are considering 700+ bills. Be informed and voice your opinion.

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Daily Journal Column 13 - Holiday Celebrations

Published On 12/21/2023

Religious and cultural year-end celebrations happen in 165 of 195 countries. Keep the holiday celebration spirit throughout the year.

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Daily Journal Column 12 - Civic Participation important, fulfilling

Published On 11/23/2023

Entertainment, achievement, continuous learning, fellowship, a sense of purpose, a feeling of accomplishment. Civic participation offers all of these and more.

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Daily Journal Column 11 - Ripple Effect - Small and Mighty

Published On 10/19/2023

Our actions create subtle and profound ripples that are catalysts for significant transformations.

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League of Women Voters, VOTE411 offer local candidate guide - Daily Journal

Published On 10/16/2023

Learn about all races and candidates on your ballot!

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Daily Journal Column 10 - Your Vote is Vital in Municipal Elections

Published On 9/21/2023

Local elections affect our daily lives more directly than presidential and congressional elections.

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Daily Journal Column - Kiss the Ground

Published On 9/14/2023

League of Women Voters film event focuses on role of soil in climate crisis.

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Daily Journal Column 9 - Soil — Our Lives Depend On It

Published On 8/17/2023

“Right now, soil might be the last thing on your mind. But at this moment, when the future of our planet and humankind is at stake, nothing could be more important than regenerating the ground beneath us.”

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Daily Journal Column 8 - Consider the Freedom to Read

Published On 7/20/2023

The major question is how do we create a safe place for people to have honest, enjoyable, productive conversations about the freedom to read and the complex process of selecting appropriate books.

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Daily Journal Column 7 - The Lost Art of Political Conversation

Published On 6/29/2023

When we convert our conversations to a set of issues and positions to be argued or ignored, we miss the opportunity to connect in our shared humanity and use our common ground to find solutions that could help everyone.

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Daily Journal Column 6 - Let Your Values Drive Your Votes

Published On 5/25/2023

Political party values have shaped our nation for generations. Our votes express our values. Voting empowers us to influence social, environmental, and political decisions that contribute to strong, stable, and safe communities.

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Daily Journal Column 5 - 2023 Primary Election FAQs

Published On 4/27/2023

Every vote is important, especially for a municipal election like this one. The candidates who win will make decisions that directly affect the daily life of Johnson County residents.

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Daily Journal Column 4 - Voting - Make a Plan

Published On 3/24/2023

Make a plan, make your vote count.

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Daily Journal Column 3 - Voting is Self-Care, Not a Chore

Published On 2/23/2023

Make a plan, make your vote count.

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Daily Journal Column 2 - Understanding 2023 Legislation

Published On 1/29/2023

Understanding 2023 Legislation - published in the Daily Journal

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Legislation, elections and candidates — oh my!

Published On 1/25/2023

This is the first monthly column by the League of Women Voters of Johnson County

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Have your voice heard: Get Out and Vote

Published On 11/4/2022

Karen Altergott Roberts' letter to the editor

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Indiana colleges hope to continue upward trend in student voting (cbs4indy.com)

Published On 10/13/2022

In recent years, some Indiana colleges and universities say they’ve seen an upward trend in student voting, and many students and faculty members hope to see that increased participation continue.

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The Southside Times - League of Women Voters Johnson County recognized as a local league

Published On 7/20/2022

LWVJC is featured on page 9

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Johnson County’s League of Women Voters chapter is official

Published On 7/4/2022

It’s official — Johnson County has a League of Women Voters chapter.

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Southside Women Starting a Johnson County Chapter

Published On 6/22/2022

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