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We Study

The League arrives at its positions through research, study and a process of member agreement.

RESEARCH

As soon as a new issue is chosen by the membership we go after the facts. We draw on a variety of pro-con materials, develop our own resources, turn to experts and public officials for information, directly observe facilities and institutions and draw the community into the decision-making process through public meetings, surveys and media coverage.

UNIT STUDY

The study material is produced and mailed to each member, who then may take part in unit discussions. Each member then has the opportunity to express an opinion in coming to consensus.

CONSENSUS

Results of the unit meetings are compiled and discussed at a League Board meeting. Consensus is arrived at and becomes the basis of League position and action. This process is followed at local, state and national levels.

We Inform

OUR MEMBERS

• VOTER newsletter publication
• Public Forums
• Study publications

CITIZENS

• Telephone Information Service
• Voter Registration
• Ballot Issues Guide
• Speaker's Bureau Service
• Candidate Forums
• Debates

We Publish

THEY REPRESENT YOU - TRY

A yearly directory of public officials in each League's County and the Legislature. Copies are free to the public.

BALLOT ISSUE MATERIAL

Objective analysis of ballot measures including the pros and cons.

STUDY MATERIAL

In-depth studies on topics chosen and researched by our members. These studies are expected to lead toward political change.

We Act

The League takes action only after careful study and member consensus. The League acts to achieve:

NATIONAL

• Reasonable Federal Fiscal Policy
• Equitable Tax Laws
• Health Care Reform
• Sane Environmental Policy
• Cooperative International Relationships
• Campaign Finance Reform
  

STATE

• Balanced taxes
• Health Care Reform
• Expeditious Toxic Clean-up
• Effective Children's Services
• Fair Administration of Justice

   

REGIONAL

• Transportation Solutions
• Administration of Port Districts
• Regional Governance
• Control of Solid and Hazardous Waste

   

LOCAL

• Responsible City Government
• Improved Social Policy
• Effective Schools
• Criminal Justice
• Fiscal Responsibility

The League Is

NON-PARTISAN

As an organization, the League does not support or oppose political parties or candidates.

POLITICAL

The League takes action on selected governmental issues based on a firm foundation of careful study.

COMMITTED

The League is dedicated to encouraging informed citizen participation in the political process. 

GRASSROOTS

Our members study all viewpoints and come to consensus before taking action on an issue. 

CITIZEN ACTION

The League is a volunteer, member-directed organization. Any citizen over 18 may become a member of the League.

Dues

Membership dues vary from about $35 to $60. Dues for a second person at the same address are about $25. Scholarships are sometimes available.

For specific information, call the league in your area or the state office.

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