For more than 85 years, the League of Women Voters has been an influential voice on issues such election reform, ethics in leadership, transportation, education, land use, civil rights and more. Our advocacy is based on member study and agreement on selected issues; after positions are determined, the League makes concerted efforts to achieve public policies consistent with these positions. Each year, the League organizes a lobby day to fight for issues that we have taken a stand on. Lobby days generally include a briefing on the issues, meeting with legislators and attending committee meetings or hearings. The Lobby Team stays active during the legislative session. The League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County also communicates positions on public issues through letters and testimony to elected officials. Letters and testimony are available for review in the League office.
League Positions
Immigration - Promote reunification of immediate families; meet the economic, business and employment needs of the United States; be responsive to those facing political persecution or humanitarian crises; and provide for student visas. Ensure fair treatment under the law for all persons. In transition to a reformed system, support provisions for unauthorized immigrants already in the country to earn legal status. The League does not support deporting unauthorized immigrants who have no history of criminal activity.
For full details, go to Immigration Position.
