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President's Message
Early Voting is finished, and Election Day is Tuesday, November 4th! If you haven’t voted yet and would like to learn more, check out the LWV-TX explainer videos. These short videos break down each constitutional amendment and outline the pros and cons — a great way to get informed before you head to the polls on Tuesday! Remember to check your personalized sample ballot at www.vote411.org and print your choices to take to the polls.
We’re already preparing for the March Primaries! Planning for our candidate forums begins in November, and it truly takes a village — or in this case, a dedicated committee — to make it all happen. Primaries include many races and candidates, so there’s plenty to do. If you have a few hours to help — emailing candidates, serving as a timer during a forum, facilitating forums via Zoom, or reviewing candidate questions, we’d love your involvement. Please email voterservices@lwvcollin.org, and we’ll invite you to the first planning meeting on November 18th! Candidate forums are one of the most important ways we educate voters, and volunteering for them is a wonderful way to support our mission to Empower Voters and Defend Democracy.
Finally, I’d like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to all the poll workers who are working diligently to ensure we have free and fair elections. It’s not an easy job to work with the public for long days, and we truly appreciate your dedication and commitment!
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General Election - November 4
Texas voters will see 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution on their ballot in November. Some Collin County voters will also choose city council and school board members.
Use the following checklist to make sure you are prepared, then VOTE!
- Learn about the TX constitutional amendment propositions including arguments for/against
- Enter your address at www.vote411.org to see a personalized sample ballot; you may print your choices & take the paper to vote (phones are not allowed)
- View our printable Voters Guides. LWV Texas guides to the proposed state constitutional amendments are available now in English, Spanish, Chinese and Vietnamese. Voters Guides for city council and school board elections will be available October 6.
- Find polling locations and hours
- Check which types of Voter ID may be used at the polls
- Get nonpartisan voting reminders by texting VOTERINFO to 512-595-3755 or by visiting the LWVTX website
- Voting problems? Contact Election Protection at 866ourvote.org
- Find more information using our voting resources
|  | No Kings 2 October 18
The Frisco, McKinney and Plano No Kings 2 events were well attended by joyous, Democracy loving Americans — Americans from all walks of life, all shapes, sizes, and colors, young, old, and in between.
There were people in costumes — bananas, unicorns, and Uncle Sam, to name a few. Many were wearing yellow (the color represents anti-fascism). There were people passing out yellow ribbons and water bottles. The crowd was peaceful but raucous. People joyously waving American flags, very creative signs, and chanting slogans, with cars driving by honking in approval. Americans enjoying their right to protest government overreach. Even a short but heavy downpour didn’t dampen the crowd.
Thanks to all who attended.
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Lunch with the League - McKinney and Plano
Enjoy great conversation and connection at one of our upcoming LWV-CC buy-your-own social lunches. These events are open to all and provide a chance to discuss important issues while upholding the League’s nonpartisan policy of not supporting or opposing any candidate or political party. Feel free to bring a friend!
Tuesday, November 11, 11:30 – 1:00
Location: BJ's Restaurant, 1101 N. Central Expy, Plano
McKinney
Because of the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, there won't be a McKinney lunch for November or December. We'll see you on Friday, January 23, 2026, for the first McKinney lunch of the new year.
Note for Members: Please log in to the website before registering.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Book Club
All are invited to the League of Women Voters of Collin County Book Club on Wednesday, November 12, from 7:00-8:00. We will meet on Zoom to discuss Dreamland Burning by Jennifer Latham.
We will share our nonpartisan thoughts on the book as well as various discussion questions. Register here and receive the Zoom link. If you are a member, log in on the website before registering.
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March 2026 Primary Election - What Do You Want to Ask the Candidates?
The Republican and Democratic parties will hold primary elections next March to choose their candidates for the November 2026 mid-term election. The Libertarian and Green parties will choose their candidates in conventions next spring. LWV-CC will cover all the races in the Collin County districts for US and state legislators, and the following Collin County offices: county judge and commissioners, clerk, JPs, district attorney, district clerk, state district court judge, county court at law judge, and party chairs.
Let us know what questions you would like to ask the candidates in our Voters Guides and candidate forums. Send your suggestions to lwvcollin.forum@gmail.com.
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The Brennan Center for Justice held a Zoom event in early October about "Democracy's Day in Court." The Court has steadily chipped away at protections designed to make American democracy fairer, more inclusive, and more representative. It has gutted a key provision of the Voting Rights Act, shut the courthouse doors to challenges to partisan gerrymandering, opened the floodgates to big money in politics, and allowed the president to dismantle checks and balances.
In the 2025-26 term, the justices will hear a set of cases that could accelerate that troublesome trend and produce landmark decisions. One case implicates how the Voting Rights Act ensures fair representation in state legislatures. Yet another takes up the controversy over the president's asserted power to unilaterally impose tariffs. You can view the recording here.
The Brennan Center for Justice is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that strives to uphold the values of democracy, and stands for equal justice and the rule of law. You can sign up for their newsletter here to be notified of future events of interest to you.
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