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Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article CAG June 28, 2024
1974-2024: Celebrating 50 Years of Citizen Action
It's hard to believe it’s been 50 years since David Grubb returned to West Virginia after working for consumer advocate Ralph Nader. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
1974-2024: Celebrating 50 Years of Citizen Action
It's hard to believe it’s been 50 years since David Grubb returned to West Virginia after working for consumer advocate Ralph Nader. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article CAG June 28, 2024
Judicial Integrity: Ethical, Accountable Courts Are A Pillar of a Strong Democracy
This will be the first in-person gathering since 2019 to bring together state and national leaders working in the judicial integrity field. I’m excited to have this opportunity to reconnect with colleagues from around the country... More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy
Judicial Integrity: Ethical, Accountable Courts Are A Pillar of a Strong Democracy
This will be the first in-person gathering since 2019 to bring together state and national leaders working in the judicial integrity field. I’m excited to have this opportunity to reconnect with colleagues from around the country... More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article CAG June 28, 2024
2024 Legislative Session: It Just Keeps on Happening
The governor vetoed a controversial bill loosening school vaccine requirements and a popular effort to allow our utilities to build solar power in WV. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare
2024 Legislative Session: It Just Keeps on Happening
The governor vetoed a controversial bill loosening school vaccine requirements and a popular effort to allow our utilities to build solar power in WV. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article CAG June 28, 2024
The 2024 WV Primary: Musical Chairs Anyone?
B McCuskey abandoned his position as WV Auditor to successfully run for the Republican nomination for Attorney General — the seat Morrisey left for the governor’s race. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Healthcare
The 2024 WV Primary: Musical Chairs Anyone?
B McCuskey abandoned his position as WV Auditor to successfully run for the Republican nomination for Attorney General — the seat Morrisey left for the governor’s race. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Healthcare
Action Alert CAG April 29, 2024
Early Voting Starts Wed. May 1st
With Early Voting set to begin Wednesday, May 1st, we wanted to make sure you have all the information you need to vote. More
Issues: Democracy, Elections, Voting
Early Voting Starts Wed. May 1st
With Early Voting set to begin Wednesday, May 1st, we wanted to make sure you have all the information you need to vote. More
Issues: Democracy, Elections, Voting
Action Alert CAG April 22, 2024
Make Sure You’re Ready to Vote!
TOMORROW, Tuesday, April 23 is the deadline to register to vote in the 2024 WV Primary Election. Register, check, or update your registration at GoVoteWV.com, then make a plan to vote. More
Issues: Democracy, Elections, Voting
Make Sure You’re Ready to Vote!
TOMORROW, Tuesday, April 23 is the deadline to register to vote in the 2024 WV Primary Election. Register, check, or update your registration at GoVoteWV.com, then make a plan to vote. More
Issues: Democracy, Elections, Voting
Newsletter article Julie Archer March 18, 2024
Dead Election Bills More Notable Than Ones That Passed
100+ bills related to elections were introduced this session. Of those, only 6 made it to the Governor’s desk. With the trend of state lawmakers limiting voting access and making it harder for eligible Americans to vote continuing around the country, we’re fortunate that no voter suppression bills passed. More
Issues: Democracy, Elections, Voting Rights
Dead Election Bills More Notable Than Ones That Passed
100+ bills related to elections were introduced this session. Of those, only 6 made it to the Governor’s desk. With the trend of state lawmakers limiting voting access and making it harder for eligible Americans to vote continuing around the country, we’re fortunate that no voter suppression bills passed. More
Issues: Democracy, Elections, Voting Rights
Newsletter article CAG March 3, 2024
Some Good News from the Capitol
In this brutal legislative session, victory doesn’t quite look the way it has in years past. Reducing the harm of any given bill through the committee and amendment process is a win. Read the good news, plus ways to challenge what the legislature is trying to do to laid off workers, elementary school students, and seniors on SNAP. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Families
Some Good News from the Capitol
In this brutal legislative session, victory doesn’t quite look the way it has in years past. Reducing the harm of any given bill through the committee and amendment process is a win. Read the good news, plus ways to challenge what the legislature is trying to do to laid off workers, elementary school students, and seniors on SNAP. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Families
Newsletter article CAG February 15, 2024
Multiple Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills Are Gaining Momentum In The Legislature
West Virginia could really use your support to fight back against these closed-minded proposals. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Multiple Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills Are Gaining Momentum In The Legislature
West Virginia could really use your support to fight back against these closed-minded proposals. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Newsletter article CAG February 8, 2024
SB 562 – SNAP and a Starving Job Market in WV
SB 562 would make optional work and job training mandatory in order to receive food. WV already tested this model in a 2016 Pilot. The model not only FAILED to increase employment, but it increased hunger across the state! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Families
SB 562 – SNAP and a Starving Job Market in WV
SB 562 would make optional work and job training mandatory in order to receive food. WV already tested this model in a 2016 Pilot. The model not only FAILED to increase employment, but it increased hunger across the state! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Families
Action Alert CAG January 31, 2024
Take Action to Protect SNAP Food Assistance for Children and Families
SB 562 would kick West Virginia families off SNAP by imposing a confusing and ineffective work requirement. One that was tested and failed to increase employment in 2016. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Families
Take Action to Protect SNAP Food Assistance for Children and Families
SB 562 would kick West Virginia families off SNAP by imposing a confusing and ineffective work requirement. One that was tested and failed to increase employment in 2016. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Families
Newsletter article CAG January 31, 2024
Misc. Updates with Links for More In-Depth Reading
Some good news! The progress of a number of bad bills we alerted you about last week has slowed. Other bills, both good and bad, have advanced, but are pending in other committees for further consideration. Lots of links here for more on what happened last week, a look at where things are heading this week, and other great resources for legislative updates and actions. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Families, Healthcare
Misc. Updates with Links for More In-Depth Reading
Some good news! The progress of a number of bad bills we alerted you about last week has slowed. Other bills, both good and bad, have advanced, but are pending in other committees for further consideration. Lots of links here for more on what happened last week, a look at where things are heading this week, and other great resources for legislative updates and actions. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Families, Healthcare
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG January 21, 2024
Anti-Democracy Bills, Threats to Civil Liberties Advancing in the House
Updates here on what passed and what's likely under consideration when they meet again on Wednesday, Jan. 24th, 2024. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Healthcare
Anti-Democracy Bills, Threats to Civil Liberties Advancing in the House
Updates here on what passed and what's likely under consideration when they meet again on Wednesday, Jan. 24th, 2024. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Healthcare
Newsletter article CAG January 18, 2024
Upcoming Events
Visit https://wvcag.org/event-calendar/ to see more about upcoming events! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment, Families
Upcoming Events
Visit https://wvcag.org/event-calendar/ to see more about upcoming events! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment, Families
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG November 28, 2023
#GivingTuesday: Grateful, Good, and Giving
This holiday season, we’re grateful for YOU. Thanks for all you do to support WV Citizen Action’s mission. Your generosity keeps us in the fight for a stronger democracy, a sustainable future, and quality, affordable healthcare for all. This #GivingTuesday is the perfect time to contribute to help us sustain and grow our movement. We can't do it without YOU! More
Issues: Democracy, Environment, Healthcare
#GivingTuesday: Grateful, Good, and Giving
This holiday season, we’re grateful for YOU. Thanks for all you do to support WV Citizen Action’s mission. Your generosity keeps us in the fight for a stronger democracy, a sustainable future, and quality, affordable healthcare for all. This #GivingTuesday is the perfect time to contribute to help us sustain and grow our movement. We can't do it without YOU! More
Issues: Democracy, Environment, Healthcare
Action Alert CAG November 14, 2023
Manna Meal Needs Your Support
Manna Meal is ready to serve. They offer sanctuary as well as nourishment, tucked in the side of St. John's Episcopal Church. Generations of church leadership have supported this beacon of mercy in the City of Charleston. This past week, their on-site program was shut down. We call on elected representatives to work together to create solutions that safeguard ALL and allow services to continue at the Quarrier Street location. Join us by taking action here. More
Issues: Democracy, Economy, Families
Manna Meal Needs Your Support
Manna Meal is ready to serve. They offer sanctuary as well as nourishment, tucked in the side of St. John's Episcopal Church. Generations of church leadership have supported this beacon of mercy in the City of Charleston. This past week, their on-site program was shut down. We call on elected representatives to work together to create solutions that safeguard ALL and allow services to continue at the Quarrier Street location. Join us by taking action here. More
Issues: Democracy, Economy, Families
Action Alert CAG November 8, 2023
Tell Congress and the Senate: We need a ceasefire now!
Everyone, including all people living in Israel and Palestine, should have safety and freedom, but innocent people in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank are suffering due to the violent actions of Hamas and the Israeli government. We join allies across the country in calling for a ceasefire and immediate access for humanitarian efforts in Gaza and the West Bank. We need our elected officials to speak up and call for a ceasefire now. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Tell Congress and the Senate: We need a ceasefire now!
Everyone, including all people living in Israel and Palestine, should have safety and freedom, but innocent people in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank are suffering due to the violent actions of Hamas and the Israeli government. We join allies across the country in calling for a ceasefire and immediate access for humanitarian efforts in Gaza and the West Bank. We need our elected officials to speak up and call for a ceasefire now. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Newsletter article CAG October 25, 2023
WV Citizen Action’s 2023 Awards Picnic: Meet Our Awardees
On Saturday, September 16th we gathered at Coonskin Park to celebrate our awardees, reflect on the work we’ve done and what’s to come, and spend time with old and new friends. We wanted to take another opportunity to lift up our amazing awardees and their work, especially for those who were unable to join us. Special thanks to our attendees and sponsors for making this day and our work possible. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment, Families, Healthcare
WV Citizen Action’s 2023 Awards Picnic: Meet Our Awardees
On Saturday, September 16th we gathered at Coonskin Park to celebrate our awardees, reflect on the work we’ve done and what’s to come, and spend time with old and new friends. We wanted to take another opportunity to lift up our amazing awardees and their work, especially for those who were unable to join us. Special thanks to our attendees and sponsors for making this day and our work possible. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment, Families, Healthcare
Newsletter article CAG October 25, 2023
United Vision Project Training- November 2023
Our best days will not come from our division, but our unity and our ability to come together across differences. Join us for another United Vision training session Nov. 15th and 16th and be a part of helping to heal the divide. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
United Vision Project Training- November 2023
Our best days will not come from our division, but our unity and our ability to come together across differences. Join us for another United Vision training session Nov. 15th and 16th and be a part of helping to heal the divide. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Action Alert CAG October 24, 2023
Thursday, October 26th: “Lunch Out Loud” Webinar Series Continues, Followed by “No Time to Fail” Virtual Watch Party
Join us this Thursday, October 26th at noon for the next webinar in our Lunch Out Loud series. Takeiya Smith and student leaders from Young West Virginia will be hosting a discussion on the challenges that youth face in our democracy. On Thursday evening, join us and our friends at Public Citizen for the premiere of “No Time to Fail,” a powerful film that gives voice to the unsung heroes of the 2020 election - election administrators. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
Thursday, October 26th: “Lunch Out Loud” Webinar Series Continues, Followed by “No Time to Fail” Virtual Watch Party
Join us this Thursday, October 26th at noon for the next webinar in our Lunch Out Loud series. Takeiya Smith and student leaders from Young West Virginia will be hosting a discussion on the challenges that youth face in our democracy. On Thursday evening, join us and our friends at Public Citizen for the premiere of “No Time to Fail,” a powerful film that gives voice to the unsung heroes of the 2020 election - election administrators. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy
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