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Date: 11/12/2020
Subject: LWVJoCo Update: Thank you for voting
From: LWV of Johnson County


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In this week's e-blast, we celebrate democracy, offer info on the Electoral College, ask for your help regarding the extended processing timelines needed by the census and invite you to our holiday celebration. You can also access the recording of our recent climate discussion, read up on Evergy's solar proposal and more.
Thankyou4voting
Every election, we get the chance to shape our democracy with our vote! Even through the stresses that 2020 has brought, the League encourages you to take a moment to celebrate our democracy! #Election2020

We've voted. What happens next?

The Electoral College has been a part of our democratic process since the start, but what does it really do and what can we expect this year? Take a look at the newest blog post from the LWV of the US, sharing what you should know about the Electoral College.

Take Action: The census is NOT Over

The census continues with the final processing of the data and the determination of the apportionment across the states. Congress must pass legislation to extend the timeline to process data by at least 120 days as the administration requested. Shortening the timeline to collect data and rush operations during a national pandemic is an intentional plot to sabotage the census and skew Congressional representation, redistricting, and critical funding allotments for every state in the country. Tell Congress to protect the Census in the next version of the stimulus bill.
 

Let's have some fun

Our members have worked hard this year, and it's time for a little bit of fun and inspiration. Join us for our holiday party, held virtually this year! This is event is open to anyone, but event registration is required.
 

Stay engaged

 
Voter turnout efforts in the news
ICYMI: Through the KCK Souls to the Polls initiative, Ann Sanders and many other volunteers worked hard to increase voter turnout in Wyandotte County. Ann was featured in this news clip a few days before Election Day.
 
Evergy's plan for solar users
In April of this year, the Kansas Supreme Court ruled that Evergy could not charge demand fees for those who use solar to generate energy at home. Their new proposed plan would still charge solar users. Read the full story at the Shawnee Mission Post here.
 

Learn about climate impact and policies

Our November meeting this past Saturday featured a discussion facilitated by Kyle Palmer, Shawnee Mission Post's new editor, on the impacts of climate change in the Kansas City area, and what local officials are doing about it. Many thanks to Mike Kelly, Roeland Park mayor; Keicha Smith, Bridging the Gap programs director; Julie Sayers, Lenexa City Council member; and our 77 attendees for participating. You can view the recorded webcast here. 
 
 
 
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