Tag: Civil Rights
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Citizen Action Group Blog CAG December 26, 2021
WV Orgs and others across the country respond to Sen. Manchin’s decision with public statements in support of Build Back Better
"The expanded CTC allowed families to feel as if they were finally able to breathe a little easier, and Senator Manchin's announcement yesterday was devastating, especially so close to the holidays." - Amy Jo Hutchison, Organizer and Movement Builder, Rattle the Windows More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Workers
WV Orgs and others across the country respond to Sen. Manchin’s decision with public statements in support of Build Back Better
"The expanded CTC allowed families to feel as if they were finally able to breathe a little easier, and Senator Manchin's announcement yesterday was devastating, especially so close to the holidays." - Amy Jo Hutchison, Organizer and Movement Builder, Rattle the Windows More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Workers
Action Alert CAG December 23, 2021
The Foundation of Our Democracy: Fair and Impartial Courts
we must keep the pressure on our Senators to pass bold democracy reform at the federal level that will protect and strengthen our freedom to vote, while continuing the fight at the state level to ensure that our courts are free from political and special interest influence and can protect our rights and guard against abuses of power. Double your impact with a year-end donation to keep us fighting for free, fair, and safe elections and fair and impartial courts. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
The Foundation of Our Democracy: Fair and Impartial Courts
we must keep the pressure on our Senators to pass bold democracy reform at the federal level that will protect and strengthen our freedom to vote, while continuing the fight at the state level to ensure that our courts are free from political and special interest influence and can protect our rights and guard against abuses of power. Double your impact with a year-end donation to keep us fighting for free, fair, and safe elections and fair and impartial courts. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG December 20, 2021
WVCAG Fundraiser at the Empty Glass – 1/6/2022
Swingstein and Robin, a swing/early jazz duo playing fiddle and piano, will be giving at least 50% of tips each week to local nonprofits! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
WVCAG Fundraiser at the Empty Glass – 1/6/2022
Swingstein and Robin, a swing/early jazz duo playing fiddle and piano, will be giving at least 50% of tips each week to local nonprofits! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Action Alert CAG December 13, 2021
VIDEO Now Available – 2021 Virtual HEALTH CARE Summit
This event was hosted in partnership with West Virginians for Affordable Health Care, West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, and West Virginia Citizen Action. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Healthcare
VIDEO Now Available – 2021 Virtual HEALTH CARE Summit
This event was hosted in partnership with West Virginians for Affordable Health Care, West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, and West Virginia Citizen Action. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Healthcare
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG December 12, 2021
Legislative Forecast
The Legislative session is just around the corner! As 2021 comes to a close here are some issues we expect. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment
Legislative Forecast
The Legislative session is just around the corner! As 2021 comes to a close here are some issues we expect. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG December 6, 2021
Where and How to View WV’s New Legislative and Congressional Maps
The new legislative and congressional maps can be viewed in various formats. The maps reflect the districts for elected offices beginning in the 2022 election. Which new districts are you in? More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Where and How to View WV’s New Legislative and Congressional Maps
The new legislative and congressional maps can be viewed in various formats. The maps reflect the districts for elected offices beginning in the 2022 election. Which new districts are you in? More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG December 6, 2021
Redistricting: New Maps Reinforce Need for Reform
In October, the Legislature convened in special session to draw new boundaries for state legislative and congressional districts. The outcome has only reinforced calls for establishing an independent redistricting commission rather than letting legislators draw the maps that govern their own elections. Additionally, with hyper-partisan legislative and congressional maps being adopted around the country it’s critical that we pass the Freedom to Vote Act to end partisan gerrymandering once and for all. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Fair taxation
Redistricting: New Maps Reinforce Need for Reform
In October, the Legislature convened in special session to draw new boundaries for state legislative and congressional districts. The outcome has only reinforced calls for establishing an independent redistricting commission rather than letting legislators draw the maps that govern their own elections. Additionally, with hyper-partisan legislative and congressional maps being adopted around the country it’s critical that we pass the Freedom to Vote Act to end partisan gerrymandering once and for all. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Fair taxation
Press Release CAG November 12, 2021
PRESS RELEASE: WV Advocates Host Vigil to Demand Passage of the Freedom to Vote Act
Charleston residents gathered at the State Capitol to urge Senator Manchin to deliver transformative voting rights legislation to the American people before it’s too late More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
PRESS RELEASE: WV Advocates Host Vigil to Demand Passage of the Freedom to Vote Act
Charleston residents gathered at the State Capitol to urge Senator Manchin to deliver transformative voting rights legislation to the American people before it’s too late More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG November 9, 2021
Time to Act to Protect Our Freedom to Vote
It’s urgent that the Senate acts now to pass the Freedom to Vote Act and delivers for the American people so all our voices are heard. Please take two minutes to call Senator Manchin’s office. Tell him it’s up to him to save democracy, history is watching and urge him to prioritize the Freedom to Vote Act. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Time to Act to Protect Our Freedom to Vote
It’s urgent that the Senate acts now to pass the Freedom to Vote Act and delivers for the American people so all our voices are heard. Please take two minutes to call Senator Manchin’s office. Tell him it’s up to him to save democracy, history is watching and urge him to prioritize the Freedom to Vote Act. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG October 24, 2021
Video Gallery – Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, & Rally
Video Gallery - Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, & Rally More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Video Gallery – Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, & Rally
Video Gallery - Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, & Rally More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG October 24, 2021
Photo Gallery – Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, & Rally
Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, & Rally More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Photo Gallery – Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, & Rally
Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, & Rally More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG October 24, 2021
Media Coverage of Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, and Rally events
Media Coverage of Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, and Rally events More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Media Coverage of Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, and Rally events
Media Coverage of Freedom to Vote Act Caravan, Relay, and Rally events More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG October 18, 2021
Freedom to Vote Relay: Fairmont Caravan Stop
We must fight back by passing the Freedom to Vote Act, the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, and the DC Statehood Act to ensure equal access to the ballot box for every eligible voter. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Freedom to Vote Relay: Fairmont Caravan Stop
We must fight back by passing the Freedom to Vote Act, the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, and the DC Statehood Act to ensure equal access to the ballot box for every eligible voter. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG October 18, 2021
Freedom to Vote Relay: Charleston Caravan Kick Off
We must fight back by passing the Freedom to Vote Act, the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, and the DC Statehood Act to ensure equal access to the ballot box for every eligible voter. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Freedom to Vote Relay: Charleston Caravan Kick Off
We must fight back by passing the Freedom to Vote Act, the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, and the DC Statehood Act to ensure equal access to the ballot box for every eligible voter. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG October 18, 2021
Join Our Caravan Livestream!
The freedom to vote is one of the most powerful tools we have in our democracy. It's up to us to defend that right from those who would whittle away voting access and gerrymander away the strength of our votes. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Join Our Caravan Livestream!
The freedom to vote is one of the most powerful tools we have in our democracy. It's up to us to defend that right from those who would whittle away voting access and gerrymander away the strength of our votes. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG October 14, 2021
Freedom To Vote Relay – Rally At The Finish Line!
Join us at the finish line for a powerful rally urging the Senate and President Biden to protect our freedom to vote! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Freedom To Vote Relay – Rally At The Finish Line!
Join us at the finish line for a powerful rally urging the Senate and President Biden to protect our freedom to vote! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG October 14, 2021
Freedom to Vote Caravan: From Charleston to Charles Town – Oct. 20th
We’re relaying from West Virginia to D.C. to protect our freedom to vote! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Freedom to Vote Caravan: From Charleston to Charles Town – Oct. 20th
We’re relaying from West Virginia to D.C. to protect our freedom to vote! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG October 14, 2021
Freedom to Vote Relay Kick Off: Charles Town WV
Join West Virginian’s in a caravan making stops in with a Freedom to Vote Relay Kick Off at 5:30PM. Speakers, Food & Music! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Freedom to Vote Relay Kick Off: Charles Town WV
Join West Virginian’s in a caravan making stops in with a Freedom to Vote Relay Kick Off at 5:30PM. Speakers, Food & Music! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG October 14, 2021
Freedom To Vote Relay Send Off: Harpers Ferry WV
We will meet at “The Point” in Harpers Ferry off Shenandoah St. right near the walking bridge that crosses over to the C&O canal. Bikers, walkers & runners will join together to with speakers to send us off towards Washington D.C.! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Freedom To Vote Relay Send Off: Harpers Ferry WV
We will meet at “The Point” in Harpers Ferry off Shenandoah St. right near the walking bridge that crosses over to the C&O canal. Bikers, walkers & runners will join together to with speakers to send us off towards Washington D.C.! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG October 12, 2021
Speak Out for Fair Districting: Public Hearing 10/13 @8AM
The Legislature has convened in special session to approve new boundaries for state legislative and congressional districts. These maps will shape our lives and communities for the next decade and beyond. That’s why it’s important to come together to speak out on fair districting so that our communities are whole and have equal resources to meet our needs. There’s still time to provide input on the proposed maps and nobody knows our communities better than the people who live in them. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Fair taxation
Speak Out for Fair Districting: Public Hearing 10/13 @8AM
The Legislature has convened in special session to approve new boundaries for state legislative and congressional districts. These maps will shape our lives and communities for the next decade and beyond. That’s why it’s important to come together to speak out on fair districting so that our communities are whole and have equal resources to meet our needs. There’s still time to provide input on the proposed maps and nobody knows our communities better than the people who live in them. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Fair taxation