January & February Candidate Forums
In coordination with the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce, LWV-D is co-sponsoring four primary candidate forums in January and February for the Texas House of Representatives and the U.S. House of Representatives. All forums, except for HD 32, will be held at the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce Offices and streamed via the NDCC Facebook page. Click on the links below to register if you are attending in-person.
The event details are below:
- January 29, 12:00PM-1:15PM, Texas HD 115 Democratic Primary Candidate Forum. Click here for event details.
- January 30, 12:00PM-1:15PM, U.S. HD 32 Democratic Primary Candidate Forum. Click here for event details. Lunch will be provided. The event will be streamed on the NDCC Facebook page and recorded for later publication.
- February 13, 12:00PM-1:15PM, Texas HD 70 Republican Primary Candidate Forum. Click here for event details.
- February 15, 12:00PM-1:15PM, Texas HD 108 Democratic Primary Candidate Forum. Click here for event details.
- February 16, 11:30AM-1:00PM, Texas SD 16 Democratic Primary Candidate Forum in coordination with Richardson Chamber of Commerce. Click here for event details.
LWVD is also partnering with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority for a candidate forum at South Oak Cliff High School. Please see details below.
- February 18, 3:00PM-5:00PM, Candidate Forums for Dallas County Commissioners, Texas HD 100, US HD 30, and US Senate by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority at South Oak Cliff High School. Register to attend the event here, or volunteer to assist with the event here.
A candidate forum is a live public meeting in which two or more of the candidates for office present their views in short individual speeches, and then answer questions from the audience.
The League of Women Voters never supports or opposes any political party or political candidate. Forums sponsored by the LWV, or in which the LWV participates, are nonpartisan and ensure that all participating candidates are treated fairly and equally. | Last Day to Order Luncheon Tickets is Feb 5
You're invited to the 27th Annual Luncheon hosted by the League of Women Voters of Dallas on Friday, February 9 at 11:00am at the Marriott Quorum Hotel.
You can order a ticket or become a sponsor by clicking here. The last day to order tickets is coming up on Monday, February 5!
By ordering your ticket, becoming a sponsor, or bidding in the silent auction, you will play a pivotal role in empowering voters and safeguarding democracy through the upcoming year.
Your donations will fuel our mission, supporting everything from Voters Guides and candidate forums to voter registration events, advocacy, and important community-focused programs.
This year, we are honoring two phenomenal trailblazers who have shaped the landscape of civic engagement in Dallas.
First, the Making Democracy Work Awardee of the year is the Honorable Margaret S. C. Keliher! Her legacy shines through her groundbreaking role as the CEO of the Dallas Breakfast Group and as the first and only woman to be elected Dallas County Judge. And that is not all — she has been an unwavering champion fighting for clean air, healthcare access, and pioneering diversion programs that truly help individuals with mental illness, steering them towards healing rather than incarceration.
But wait, there is more to celebrate! We proudly present the Eleanor Sutherland Volunteer Award to the Honorable Cristal Retana Lule! Her dedication knows no bounds — she is the force behind La Alianza, a coalition aimed at elevating the quality of life in Latino communities. Cristal's commitment shines through her leadership in multiple volunteer roles across many organizations that advocate for wider access to healthcare in Dallas.
Get ready to be inspired and join us for an unforgettable day of honoring greatness and fueling the future of democracy in our community! | Volunteer Opportunities
Please check out the opportunities on the Volunteer page if you can help out. Click here to register for volunteering opportunities.
- Luncheon volunteers. The Luncheon is coming soon! We need your help to make this go smoothly for our Award winners and guests.
- Vote411/Voter Guide. Thank you to the many volunteers who helped candidates participate in Vote411 for the March Primary! Now we shift focus to delivery. Last November we divided the county into quadrants and helped the volunteers get them delivered.
- Our Senior Voting Service team is in high gear. Please join us!
| Important March 5 Primary Election Dates
- Last day to register to vote: Monday, February 5
- Early voting: Tuesday, February 20 - Friday, March 1
- Last day vote by mail ballot application must be received by: Friday, February 23
| Want to Vote by Mail?
In Texas you must apply for this voting service every year. Dallas County Elections Department can receive applications beginning on January 1. The deadline to apply for the March 5 Primary is February 23, 2024. (But we advise you to get it there earlier so you can allow for potential delays by the mail.) If you miss that deadline don’t forget we have two more elections this year – one in May and the General in November.
You can vote by mail in Texas if you are:
- 65 years or older
- Sick or disabled.
- Out of the county during early voting and Election Day
- Expecting to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day.
- In jail but otherwise eligible to vote
| "Get Ready to Vote" Flyers Available Now
The 'It’s Not Too Early, Get Ready to Vote' flyers for the March Primary are ready to share. The flyers are in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese. Thank you to Dorit Suffness, Ryan Huynh, Jessica Rivera-Lucas, Norma Arratia and Edna Arratia for helping with this!
Find a link to them on our homepage, here. | Looking for Director Nominations
We are seeking volunteers who want to work to make a difference. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of a working board of directors to set priorities and see projects to completion. Our board, like the rest of the League, is inclusive of all genders.
If you are interested in joining our board, please click here and fill out the questionnaire. Our Nominating Committee will receive the documents, and this will help us find willing and able candidates for our board. Not all board positions expire at the same time so the committee will retain information of individuals not elected in 2024 for future years. You may nominate yourself or someone else with their permission.
- The 2023-2024 Nominating Committee | Join the Observer Corps
Observers attend meetings to learn about issues and take notes for the community. They keep residents informed while holding officials accountable. Whether you attend in person or virtually, any member can participate. Visit the Observer Corps webpage for more information and resources, including the report form.
Upcoming Meetings:
Dallas City Council Briefing - Wednesday, February 7 at 9 a.m.
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