 | Grateful for the Hands That Power Democracy
As we gather around our tables this Thanksgiving, the League has a lot to be thankful for. At the top of the list: you, our remarkable volunteers who gave their time, energy, and heart to this election season.
Thank you to everyone who:
- 🗳️ Registered voters and welcomed new voices into our democracy
- 🤝 Organized and attended community events that brought neighbors together to learn about their ballot
- 📜 Presented on the Constitutional Amendments so voters could make informed choices
- 🔍 Attended Logic & Accuracy and Canvassing Board meetings, keeping a watchful eye on the process
- 🛡️Served on the Election Protection Team to help ensure that every eligible voter could cast a ballot
- 📞 Made phone calls and ✉️ wrote postcards reminding voters to make their voices heard
- 🚗 Organized rides to the polls so no one was left behind
- 💝Made donations that fueled every activity
Democracy isn’t a spectator sport, and you proved it. Every conversation, every postcard, and every ride made a difference in our community.
Pull up a chair, there’s room at our table!
Like any good Thanksgiving feast, the League’s work is better with more hands in the kitchen. Whether you have an hour a month or a passion to lead, there’s a place for you. We need volunteers for voter registration, community outreach, election observation, and much more in 2027. No experience required, just a commitment to empowering voters and defending democracy.
Rhona DiCamillo
President | Countdown to November 3rd: Your Election Day Game Plan
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3rd!
Voting in person? Head to your home precinct. On Election Day, that’s the only place you can cast your ballot. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Not sure where your precinct is? Look it up in seconds at Vote411.org or on your County Supervisor of Elections website.
Still holding your vote-by-mail ballot? Skip the mailbox. It’s now too late to send it by mail, because ballots must be received by the Supervisor’s Office by 7 p.m. on November 3rd. Postmarks don’t count! You still have two easy options:
- Drop it off at your County Supervisor of Elections Office on Election Day or
- Go to your precinct and vote in person.
Got questions? Get answers at Vote411.org, the League of Women Voters’ trusted, nonpartisan source for election information.
Your vote is your voice. Make sure it’s heard! |  | March With Us in the Veterans Day Parade!
Our League of Women Voters chapter has been invited to march in the Jacksonville Veterans Day Parade, and we’d love for you to join us.
When: Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The parade steps off at 11:01 a.m.
Where: Prime Osborne Parking Lot is where we will gather
The start time is on purpose. World War I ended with an armistice that took effect at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, and Veterans Day grew out of that moment. When we step off a minute later, we carry on that tradition of remembrance. Veterans have served to protect the freedoms we work for every day, including the right to vote and to take part in our democracy. Marching together lets our community see the League honoring their service.
All members, friends, and family are welcome. You don’t need to have marched before. Just bring your enthusiasm and comfortable walking shoes, and dress for the weather.
Once you register, you’ll get the meeting time and place, what to wear, parking information, and the parade route.
We hope to see you there! | Voter Registration News
The midterm elections are days away! As stated in last month's newsletter, the LWV is pushing early voting. The numbers are looking good for a record number of people voting in the midterms. As of October 31st the turnout is 32.76% in Duval, 39.91% in St. John's, 41.28% in Nassau and 36.64% in Clay. This is on par for a presidential election year.
The month of October has certainly been busy. The League has been a presence at community events, candidate forums, universities, churches, and businesses. We had another postcarding event in Fernandina Beach. We had a lot fewer people, but we were able to get out over 300 postcards pushing early voting. We couldn't achieve what we do without our faithful volunteers. If you buy bath soaps, specialty shampoos and creams and such, consider supporting LUSH Cosmetics. They have really unusual, fun and different products, and are civically active. It's always a pleasure to table there.
The Vote411 cards have been flying out of our hands into the populace. We have passed out thousands of the business size cards for people to check their registration, to get information about what's on their ballot, to apply for mail in ballots, etc. The best part is when someone says "I'm not from here" we respond " that's okay, the website is nationwide just input your address."
We at League of Women Voters of Jacksonville First Coast can say we worked hard and did our best to get out the vote. | Lunch with League - December 2 at UNF
Our luncheon speaker for December is Dr. Matt Corrigan, a Professor of Political Science at Jacksonville University. He taught previously at UNF from 1995 to 2018. We've asked him to speak about the November election, redistricting effects, and potential election interference. It should be memorable!
Dr. Corrigan's research interests include Southern state politics, Florida politics, the American presidency, survey research, campaigns, and elections.
Seating is limited and registration is required. Please join us!
Wednesday, December 2
1130AM - 1:00PM
Adam Herbert University Center, UNF, 12000 Alumni Drive, Building 43
|  | Save The Date!! - LWVUS Immigration Discussion
Make a note please! We know everyone is busy with the election, but after, we also hope you have time to add this to your calendar, Nov. 18. See you there!
Wednesday, November 18 at 7PM
Protecting the Rights of Immigrants - LWVUS Position in Brief:
The League of Women Voters believes that all residents, regardless of immigration status or citizenship, should be treated with dignity and respect. This means that all residents, regardless of immigration status or citizenship, should have access to essential state-funded services, have the opportunity to avail themselves of legal representation in court and immigration proceedings, and have the opportunity to live and work in safety. The League encourages all elected officials and government leaders in Washington to continue to take action to ensure these fundamental rights. It also means that political leaders in Washington have an obligation to condemn xenophobia, discrimination, and anti-mmigrant rhetoric. | New Members - Welcome aboard!
David Mickelson
Asya Pealer-Goerdt
Catherine Bauman
Aki Ramasamy
Nevena Trajkov
Barbara Poniatowski
Barbara Paynter
| Donations are always appreciated!
We wish to acknowledge and thank those who made donations:
David Miron
Dawn Theodore
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