League of Women Voters Celebrates 95th Anniversary

Submitted by Kitty Stokes, Publicity Chair, LWV of Downers Grove

This month, the League of Women Voters kicks off a year-long celebration, marking the organization’s 95th anniversary. The League of Women Voters of Downers Grove/Woodridge/Lisle joins our nearly 800 fellow local and state chapters in honoring this milestone.

“Ninety-five years after the League’s founding, we are proud of the great progress it has made in Making Democracy Work ,” said President Peggy Healy, local League president. “Our Leagues have involved thousands of voters in electing decision makers for our government, and in holding those officials accountable for their actions.”

“Not only have we undertaken sustained efforts to improve the voting process, but the League has also engaged in nationwide efforts to fight voter discrimination and to keep secret money out of our elections. We’ll continue to push for improved access to health care and a sustainable planet for everyone.”

“As we mark the League’s 95th anniversary and see our 100th birthday quickly approaching, we celebrate our many accomplishments,” concluded Peggy Healy. “League members throughout the nation are keeping our eyes firmly on the future and the actions we will be undertaking to realize our goal - a better Illinois and a better America.”

Signed,
Peggy Healy, President
League of Women Voters of Downers Grove/Woodridge/Lisle