Take Action to Defend Democracy!

As we witness a barrage of assaults on our democratic processes, institutions, and values, it’s not surprising that many people feel overwhelmed and even frightened. Common reactions to these feelings are fight, flight, freeze, or fawn:

Flight: Some people will avoid or minimize any political engagement;
Freeze: Others feel so overwhelmed and powerless they will shut down, unable to do anything;
Fawn: Fear may drive others to appease or give in to those in power; or
Fight: We must fight back! Anti-democratic actors want us to feel defeated in order to make us compliant and/or immobile. Instead, everyone must commit to doing their part in defense of our democracy.

When we collectively rise up and challenge those in power, we make a difference. That includes you — because you have a voice. You have power. Read more here: https://www.lwv.org/blog/grassroots-activism-how-you-can-take-action

League of Women Voters

of Santa Fe County

The League of Women Voters of Santa Fe County (LWVSFC) is a non-profit organization that seeks to promote informed citizen participation in government by providing unbiased information about political issues and candidates. The LWVSFC focuses on issues that affect Santa Fe County residents and are within the scope of elected and appointed officials in Santa Fe County. The LWVSFC does not support or oppose any political party or candidate. Rather, we are focused on providing information that will allow Santa Fe County residents to form their own opinions based on factual information. The LWVSFC does adopt positions on local issues following a process of study and consensus or concurrence, after which we advocate publicly based on those positions.

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VOTER SERVICES

The LWVSFC believes we are all equal at the ballot box, but only if we vote. We engage thousands of Santa Fe County residents every year – ensuring that they are registered to vote, and that they have the information they need to participate in the local, state and national elections that determine our future.

Voting & Elections

ACTION & ADVOCACY

The LWVSFC follows local issues and monitors the workings of local government to identify opportunities to advocate for a course of action. The A&A Committee works to influence public policy through education and advocacy, based on positions the League has adopted after extensive study – and a consensus of our members.

Action & Advocacy

OUR POSITIONS

Click on a button below to see the League’s Local Positions, State Positions and/or National Positions:

LWVSFC Positions

LWVNM Positions

LWVUS Positions

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

The LWVSFC offers opportunities for our members and the public to attend forums, presentations and seminars to strengthen their understanding of local issues. The League is committed to presenting unbiased, accurate information so that individuals can decide where they stand based on facts, not outside influence. See the list of upcoming events to the right – or click on the button below for the Annual Calendar of Events – downloadable and printable.

EVENTS CALENDAR

Latest News!

LWV New Mexico Signs on to LWVUS Letter Urging Congress to Act

Feb 16, 2025 | News

WASHINGTON — Today, the League of Women Voters of the United States and League chapters from all 50 states and the District of Columbia sent a letter to congressional leaders expressing strong concern over abandoning its duties and authorities under Article I of the US Constitution, urging leaders to address the unprecedented executive branch overreach threatening American democracy.