Take Action: Get engaged with Unite and Rise 8.5!
Newsletter | Published on 9/1/2025
What is Unite and Rise 8.5?
The LWV US deems our country to be in a constitutional crisis, due to the Trump administration’s repeated attacks on our democratic systems and Congress’s failure to intervene. The LWV believes that 8.5 million individuals could bring about change by nonviolent action. That’s about 3.5% of eligible US voters.
To help protect our democracy, you can join forces with the LWV, tell your representatives to support the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, turn up the heat on elected officials at town halls, demand due process for ICE detainees, and participate in your local league’s efforts in your community. For further information, go to
www.lwv.org/uniteandrise.