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On this 100th anniversary of the year U.S. women gained the right to vote, Forbes Library is presenting a series of four public discussions about voting in America.
The second event explores the Civil Rights movement and historical background, throughout the 20th century and up to present-day challenges.
Four speakers will present historical context and guide discussion.  The presenters are:
Dr. John H. Bracey, Jr., Professor of Afro-American Studies at UMass Amherst
Dr. Traci Parker, Assistant Professor of Afro-American Studies at UMass Amherst
Dr. Jesse Rhodes, Professor of Political Science at UMass Amherst
Dr. Kathleen Banks Nutter, historian, independent scholar (Moderator)
Preregistration is required: please sign up at
https://forbeslibrary.libcal.com/event/6458763 and we’ll send you the Zoom link on the day of the program.

MINUTES: Annual Meeting Northampton Area LWV, June 2, 2020

Our ZOOM meeting provided a welcome social time, and lively discussion. Read about voter service plans for the fall elections, and our newly adopted programs, budget, and officers.

100th Anniversary Ad in Hampshire Gazette, May 23, 2020

100th Anniversary Ad in Hampshire Gazette, May 23, 2020

Contact MA legislators: Pass voting reforms now

Contact MA legislators: Pass voting reforms now

Legislators: Pass H4737 now to ensure everyone has access to voting in the Sept. 1st primary and Nov. 3rd general election. Provide options for safe voting in the pandemic:

  • Vastly expanded vote by mail.
  • Longer voter registration times.
  • Expanded early voting times.
  • Safeguards to protect the health of voters and poll workers at polling places.

Legislator contacts & additional information.

100th Anniversary Book Group

BOOK GROUP: Our March 26th meeting is CANCELLED. We encourage you to keep reading.  If you finished The Daring Ladies of Lowell, by Kate Alcott, check the book list for additional titles.

Contact your Representative: Urgent: Must pass 2 climate bills by end of July

Congratulations to Jacklynn Pliska, winner of LWV scholarship!

Congratulations to Jacklynn Pliska, Smith Vocational   High School graduate, class of 2020! Winner of the Northampton Area LWV scholarship in recognition for initiative and promise as an involved citizen in our democracy.

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