Finding Perspectives

By: League of Women Voters of Arlington and Alexandria City
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  • The Arlington and Alexandria City League, (established in 1944 as the Arlington League), is a nonpartisan organization that conducts public forums on a wide array of issues of concern to the Arlington and Alexandria community. We also advocate for policy on positions established through internal study and democratic consensus. We do not take positions on candidates or political parties. Celebrating 75 Years of Engagement. The Arlington and Alexandria City League is focused on tackling three major issues: -Voter Registration -Voter Education -Gerrymandering / Fair Redistricting
    © 2024 League of Women Voters of Arlington and Alexandria City
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Episodes
  • Supporting Our Alexandria Students

    Supporting Our Alexandria Students
    Jan 25 2024

    Youth are facing a number of challenges today. Deaths from suicide among youth and young adults have been increasing over the last two decades in the United States. Despite negative headlines and growing concerns about social media’s impact on youth, teens continue to use these platforms at high rates – with some describing their social media use as “almost constant,” according to a new Pew Research Center survey of U.S. teens. In this episode we speak with Meghan Alderton on the Alexandria City School board, to discuss the state of youth in Alexandria and how our community can get involved.

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    21 mins
  • What Can We Expect This Year in the General Assembly?

    What Can We Expect This Year in the General Assembly?
    Jan 24 2024

    The General Assembly session has started, and our legislators are debated a number of important bills. Listen to this conversation with state senator Barbara Favola, former Arlington County board member, as she reviews highlights of 2023 and what we might expect during the remainder of the 2024 Regular General Assembly session.

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    20 mins
  • What's Going on in Arlington County?

    What's Going on in Arlington County?
    Jan 23 2024

    In this episode we have a short conversation with Arlington County Board Chair Libby Garvey, who provides an overview of 2023, what we might expect in 2024, and her advice for advocates who want to make a difference.

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    16 mins

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