The League of Women Voters of Martin County is a non-partisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Note: The League does not support nor oppose any individual candidates.
MONTHLY MEETING
Hot Topics Luncheon -- October 11, 2022
H E A L T H C A R E: Reproductive Rights Update
Special Guest Speakers: Laura Goodhue & Candace Dye
Abortion is on the ballot as an initiative in five states. Draconian laws restricting a woman’s right to choose are being challenged in courtrooms across the country. And soon, state legislatures (like ours) are likely to begin filing bills to do even more damage.
Two women on the front lines of this battle will share their perspectives on where things stand today — and what comes next.
* Laura is Vice President of Public Policy, Planned Parenthood of South, East & North Florida and Executive Director, Florida Alliance of Planned Parenthood Affiliates.
* Candace is the founder and administrator of A Woman’s World Medical Center, the only clinic of its kind in the five counties surrounding Fort Pierce, which she established in 1991.
REMINDER! Our Location has Changed!
New location: Carmela’s Brick Oven Pizza & Wine Bar— 2311 SE Ocean Blvd. (Across from Fresh Market)
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We're Looking for a Few Good Women People ...
Following the devastation caused by the COVID pandemic and the loss of several of our leaders, this chapter is in the process of reorganizing, rebuilding and renewal.
Positions available include directors for Communications, Legislative Affairs and Voter Service.
If you support the League’s mission to defend democracy, and would like to be a part of it, call 772-286-0156 or come to our next meeting to learn more.
OFFICERS
President (vacant)
Vice President (vacant)
Secretary: Sandy Packer
Treasurer: Carolyn Wood
BOARD MEMBERS
Donna Dupuy – Interim chapter coordinator
Kay Marquez
Susan Ramsthaler – Luncheon manager
Pearl Jackson – Past President; Director Emeritus
Tom Campenni
WHY JOIN THE LEAGUE
Stay informed about the issues that concern you.
Make your views heard by adding your voice to ours.
Gain valuable leadership and networking experience as you study and act on important issues.
WHAT WE DO
Study Issues on topics chosen by the members to inform ourselves.
Invite speakers to our monthly meetings featuring timely topics.
Seek consensus using study groups that present findings to the League. Read more.
NEWSLETTERS:
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Please click here to read our January 2022 newsletter.
Please click here to read our December 2021 newsletter.
Voting options
Vote by Mail:
Request a Vote By Mail ballot by calling the Supervisor of Elections Office at 288-5637.
Vote in Person:
Voting at Polling Places will still be possible. Voters will wait outside in 6 ft. distancing lines. Only one voter allowed inside at a time. Masks will be required.
Voting machines will be wiped down after each voter.
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Announcing: the 2020 Susan B. Anthony Award: Jacqui Thurlow-Lippisch for outstanding service to her community