Official account of the League of Women Voters of Rensselaer County, NY. 🗳️ Fighting voter suppression with education, not partisanship. 📚 Empowering every voice through access, action & accountability. ✊🏾 Democracy works best when we all show uphttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3mevz6acqdk2fBefore it was safe. Before it was popular. Before it was protected - Ida B. Wells organized, investigated, & demanded access to the ballot for Black Americans, knowing all too well risks she faced. She didn’t just fight for the right to vote, she fought for the right to be heard #BlackHistoryMonth15 Feb 2026 17:01 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3mevz6acqdk2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3mevyviusqc2f106 years ago the League of Women Voters was established by Carrie Champan Catt. As Carrie said, it is up to women to “use their new freedom to make their nation safer for their children and their children’s children. . . . What should be done, can be done; what can be done, let us do.”15 Feb 2026 16:56 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3mevyviusqc2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3m34g3glq4c24Last week our League members attended an incredibly moving naturalization ceremony and register new citizens to vote. We welcomed 38 new citizens to America during the ceremony, registered new voters, and pre-addressed reminder voting cards to citizens. Liberty and justice for ALL🇺🇸13 Oct 2025 23:56 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3m34g3glq4c24https://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3m2w7zouvi22wThe Troy Library vote in September was HISTORIC. - Record turnout (1,398 voters) - Quick vote certification (11 p.m.!) - The League of Women Voters ran the voting process - The vote PASSED with 77.8% of voters voting YES Check Vote411.org to stay up-to-date on local elections and who is running!11 Oct 2025 12:51 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2w7zouvi22whttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3lwflp7brls2zAdvocacy needs voices like yours. We’re seeking volunteers to: 📌Follow LWV advocacy priorities 📌Collaborate with our neighbors in Albany for Advocacy Day 📌Strengthen local policy positions If you’ve got a few hours a month, we’ll make them count. Join the League or DM us - no membership required!15 Aug 2025 00:24 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwflp7brls2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3lwfhlhks3k2yThe Rensselaer County League of Women Voters is having our annual potluck picnic this Saturday, August 16th. Hosted at Brunswick Beach Park, the rain won’t bring us down as our pavilion stands strong! When arriving, let the gate attendant know you’re with the League.14 Aug 2025 23:10 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwfhlhks3k2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3lvlk6bi2ec2cThis week marks 60 years since the Voting Rights Act was signed into law. From the Edmund Pettus Bridge to every League-led registration table—this fight continues. How is your chapter commemorating #VRA60? We’d love to boost your efforts. #LeagueOfWomenVoters #VotingRights #DemocracyDefenders04 Aug 2025 15:48 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3lvlk6bi2ec2chttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3luo5vfccvs2iLooking for a way you can help voters without committing to hours upon hours? @voteriders.bsky.social has a recurring virtual training to help voters sort out virtual ID requirements, all from comfort of your home. Just a few hours needed! mobilize.us/s/mNpoXE https://mobilize.us/s/mNpoXE23 Jul 2025 23:21 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3luo5vfccvs2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3lufoi2jeqk2h35 years ago, the ADA promised dignity, access & independence for Americans with disabilities. The League of Women Voters is fighting back through legal advocacy, voter education & community accountability. Because equal access to the ballot, the workplace, and public life shouldn’t be negotiable.20 Jul 2025 14:23 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3lufoi2jeqk2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3lu25wxje5p2eWe 💙 a BlueSky starter pack and supporting free and open education is a cause we can all get behind. Here's a greater starter pack for those of you starting out on this platform (just like us!) [contains quote post or other embedded content]16 Jul 2025 00:28 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3lu25wxje5p2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3lu25tpw55m2eIn the heart of Troy, we’re showing up with purpose! Our team showed up at the Troy Farmer’s Market with sunshine, smiles, and spirit. That’s League life in action 💫16 Jul 2025 00:26 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3lu25tpw55m2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/lwvrensselaerco.bsky.social/post/3lu25qrvlpm2eOne year after Congressman John Lewis’s passing, we honor his legacy by taking Good Trouble to Albany. Peaceful, nonpartisan, and powered by voters. Join us July 17. ✊🗳️ 🔗 mobilize.us/s/GcljOF #GoodTroubleLivesOn #VotingRights https://mobilize.us/s/GcljOF16 Jul 2025 00:25 +0000at://did:plc:5jguspincwlw5bsb7ohdstnv/app.bsky.feed.post/3lu25qrvlpm2e