League of Women Voters of Minnesota

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League of Women Voters of Minnesota Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. Learn more about our mission and vision: lwvmn.org Membership is open to all genders ages 16 and up.

The League of Women Voters Minnesota is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization committed to civic engagement. Through our partnership with LWV United States, our State LWVs, and other community organizations, we encourage informed and active participation in government, register and inform voters, work to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influence public policy through education and advocacy. All of our work is done with an equity and inclusion lens, to ensure that all people have a voice and are represented in our democracy.

How do we keep our elections secure, accurate, and trusted? Join the League of Women Voters of Minnesota and the Minneso...
10/21/2026

How do we keep our elections secure, accurate, and trusted? Join the League of Women Voters of Minnesota and the Minnesota Reformer for an engaging conversation about how elections work, the safeguards that protect our votes, and how we can strengthen confidence in our democracy.

Panelists Include:

➡️Patrick Coolican, Editor-in-Chief of the Minnesota Reformer (moderator)
➡️Michael Stalberger, Deputy County Administrator, Blue Earth County
➡️Melanie Hazelip, Voter Outreach Director, Minnesota Secretary of State’s Office
➡️Paul Torkelson, Minnesota State Representative, District 15B
➡️Hunter Jordan, LWV Mankato Fellow and Student Election Judge

From election administration to voter outreach, our panelists will share their perspectives on the processes, people, and protections that help make Minnesota elections work.

Democracy is stronger when we understand how it works. Come learn, ask questions, and be part of the conversation!

Happy Election Hero Day!Today, we’re celebrating the election officials, election staff, and poll workers who make our e...
10/21/2026

Happy Election Hero Day!

Today, we’re celebrating the election officials, election staff, and poll workers who make our elections work!

These election heroes are our neighbors, friends, and community members who work hard to ensure elections are safe, secure, accessible, and fair for every voter. From preparing ballots and testing voting equipment to helping voters at the polls, their dedication makes our democracy possible.

❤️ Join the League of Women Voters of Minnesota in thanking our election heroes! Their hard work helps ensure every eligible voter has the opportunity to make their voice heard.❤️

Know an election hero? Tag them in the comments and let them know their work matters!

10/20/2026

The greatest heroes are the ones you don’t see - the neighbors working behind the scenes to protect our democracy and make our elections possible.

As we get ready for Election Hero Day, we’re grateful to Clean Elections for creating videos that shine a light on the dedicated election workers who make our elections possible. From preparing for Election Day to helping voters at the polls, these everyday heroes put in countless hours to help ensure every vote can be cast and counted.

Join us in celebrating the people behind our elections! Watch and share these videos, thank your local election officials and poll workers, and let them know their work matters.

https://youtu.be/0BCHu2JDZ7s?si=qbA7UFQB-59YBZDo

📅 Early voting begins TODAY!✅ Make a plan to vote early.📍 Find your early voting location and learn more at VOTE411.org....
10/16/2026

📅 Early voting begins TODAY!
✅ Make a plan to vote early.
📍 Find your early voting location and learn more at VOTE411.org.

Every election matters, and your voice deserves to be heard. Make your plan, bring a friend, and make your vote count!

Want to skip the Election Day lines? You can vote early in person through direct ballot voting starting Friday, October ...
10/16/2026

Want to skip the Election Day lines? You can vote early in person through direct ballot voting starting Friday, October 16!

With direct ballot voting, you can vote in person at an early voting location and place your completed ballot directly into the tabulator—just like on Election Day.

📅 Early voting begins October 16.
✅ Make a plan to vote early.
📍 Find your early voting location and learn more at VOTE411.org.

Every election matters, and your voice deserves to be heard. Make your plan, bring a friend, and make your vote count!

How do we protect our elections and build confidence in the voting process? What safeguards help ensure our elections ar...
10/15/2026

How do we protect our elections and build confidence in the voting process? What safeguards help ensure our elections are safe and secure?

The League of Women Voters of Minnesota and the Minnesota Reformer brought together election experts and community members in St. Paul to explore these questions and discuss how our election systems work.

🎥 Watch the recording to hear the conversation, learn more about the safeguards that protect our elections, and get answers to important questions about election security, voter access, and public trust.

Protecting our democracy starts with understanding how it works. Share this recording with friends, family, and neighbors who want to learn more!

👉 Watch the St. Paul event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxzV1ZPtZMk

Join the League of Women Voters of Minnesota, Rebel Loon Archive, and Ramsey County Historical Society, on Tuesday, Oct...
10/14/2026

Join the League of Women Voters of Minnesota, Rebel Loon Archive, and Ramsey County Historical Society, on Tuesday, October 20, at Landmark Center in St. Paul for a free evening of art, community, and storytelling.

Explore selections from the Rebel Loon Archive, featuring creative works and community expressions documenting this moment is Minnesota's history.

Watch Minnesota Neighbors, a new film from Not In Our Town, highlighting the brave actions of Minnesotans who stood alongside their immigrant neighbors through peaceful, community-wide action.

This event is part of United Against Hate Week and offers an opportunity to reflect on the power of neighbors coming together to support one another.

📍 Where: Weyerhaeuser Auditorium, Landmark Center, 75 W. 5th St., St. Paul
📅 When: Tuesday, October 20
🕔 5:00 p.m. — Reception and art viewing
🎬 6:05 p.m. — Film screening

🎟️ Free to attend! Registration Required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/minnesota-neighbors-tickets-2002305468557

Bring a friend and join us for an evening celebrating the courage, compassion, and collective action that help communities stand together.

Want to know who’s on your ballot—and who’s funding their campaigns?Use VOTE411, the League of Women Voters’ nonpartisan...
10/13/2026

Want to know who’s on your ballot—and who’s funding their campaigns?

Use VOTE411, the League of Women Voters’ nonpartisan, one-stop resource for election information!

🔎 Get to know the candidates. Explore our candidate guide to learn about the people running for office and compare their responses to questions about the issues that matter to you.

💰 Follow the money. Use VOTE411’s campaign finance features for federal races to learn more about campaign funding and see where candidates’ financial support comes from.

📍 Get election-ready. Find the information you need to make an informed decision before you vote.

Your vote is your voice. Make sure you have the information you need to use it!

👉 Visit VOTE411.org to explore the candidate guide and campaign finance information before you cast your ballot.

Making a plan to vote in Minnesota includes checking your voter registration! The deadline to register to vote and updat...
10/12/2026

Making a plan to vote in Minnesota includes checking your voter registration! The deadline to register to vote and update your registration before Election Day is October 13.

*You can register to vote on Election Day with appropriate documentation.*

Check your registration and register on the Secretary of State website mnvotes.gov. Then continue to make your voting plan by finding your ballot and polling place information there and on VOTE411.org.

Are you getting out the vote for folks who have been justice-impacted? Please consider sharing and joining us in two sho...
10/10/2026

Are you getting out the vote for folks who have been justice-impacted? Please consider sharing and joining us in two short weeks for this timely and engaging event with the Minnesota Justice Research Center!

REMEMBER: You CAN vote if you are on probation or parole for a felony conviction in MN.

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75 W 5th Street, Suite 315
Saint Paul, MN
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Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
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