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SPEAKER'S BUREAU
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The League has a Speaker's Bureau, which is available to present one of the topics listed below . . . virtually! While everyone is practicing social distancing, we are offering our presentations via Zoom - a secure, easy-to-use, video-conferencing platform. If your organization hasn't used Zoom, we will help you get started.
No fee is charged for these presentations, but an honorarium is deeply appreciated. Most presentations run 30 minutes with an additional 15 minutes for questions at the end. Use the form at the right if you are interested in having us talk to your group. Please specify the topic of interest, your location, and the dates you are considering. Someone will contact you within 48 hours. 
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Presentation Topics
THE FIGHT FOR WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE
On August 18, 1920, American women won the right to vote after a struggle that dates to the launch of the Woman's Movement in 1848. During those 72 years, untold numbers of women marched, wrote letters, made speeches, and picketed the White House. These activities drew scorn and ridicule, and for some, imprisonment under inhumane conditions. Make no mistake: gaining suffrage for women was a fight.
The LWV was founded by one of the leaders of this battle: Carrie Chapman Catt. Therefore, we are particularly proud to bring you this story of sacrifice, courage, and determination as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.
On August 18, 1920, American women won the right to vote after a struggle that dates to the launch of the Woman's Movement in 1848. During those 72 years, untold numbers of women marched, wrote letters, made speeches, and picketed the White House. These activities drew scorn and ridicule, and for some, imprisonment under inhumane conditions. Make no mistake: gaining suffrage for women was a fight.
The LWV was founded by one of the leaders of this battle: Carrie Chapman Catt. Therefore, we are particularly proud to bring you this story of sacrifice, courage, and determination as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.
NATIONAL POPULAR VOTE INTERSTATE COMPACT (NPVIC)
This presentation explains the origin and function of the Electoral College in the election of the President and Vice President of the United States. It then examines the changes some states are making to their delegate selection process to better reflect the popular vote.
HANDOUT: NPVIC Summary
NEWS: SEPARATING FACT FROM FICTION
If you feel overwhelmed by the number of news sources available . . . if you hear conflicting reports and don't know which to believe . . . if you can no longer believe your eyes because you know digital technology can alter photographs, this presentation will help you learn to separate fact from fiction.
HANDOUT: How to Separate Fact from Fiction
REDISTRICTING
Learn how this once in a decade process works, its importance to a functioning democracy, and what you can do to ensure the results are fair to all.
HANDOUT: What You Can Do
SENATE BILL 90 (SB90)
Learn how changes to the election laws including voter registration procedures, Vote By Mail requirements, election administration and protection of voter rights will impact how you vote. This presentation covers what you need to know about Florida Senate Bill 90, which the State Legislature passed in April 2021 and Governor DeSantis signed it into law in May,
HANDOUT: Senate Bill 90 (SB90) Handout
Learn how changes to the election laws including voter registration procedures, Vote By Mail requirements, election administration and protection of voter rights will impact how you vote. This presentation covers what you need to know about Florida Senate Bill 90, which the State Legislature passed in April 2021 and Governor DeSantis signed it into law in May,
HANDOUT: Senate Bill 90 (SB90) Handout