Lobbying and the "One-Voice" Policy

"A Local League has not just the authority but the responsibility to lobby at the local level"

- Lynn Teague

What is Lobbying and the One Voice Policy?

Speaker: Lynn Teague

Lead Lobbyist and

Vice-President for Issues and Actions

League of Women Voters of South Carolina

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Speaking with One Voice

“Speaking with one voice” is one of the most important tenets of the League. The state League is responsible for determining strategies and action policies that ensure that the League’s message on state issues is consistent. Similarly, the national League is responsible for a consistent national message, and local Leagues are responsible for a consistent local message and must cooperate to ensure that regional issues are addressed in a consistent manner by neighboring Leagues.

"Only the president (or designee) is permitted to speak for the League in an official capacity. However, members are encouraged to take action on League topics as individuals."

[Ref: LWVSC's One Voice Policy - adopted December 7, 2024; see LWVSC State Board Policies ]

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