Is Today’s Media Truly Free?

As America marks its 250th anniversary, Karen Crowley (LWVWA) and Janet Lenart (LWVSK) explore the vital role of a robust press in a Seattle Times op-ed (7/2/2026). In 1776, information moved via simple pamphlets. Today, we are flooded with print, broadcast, and social media. But does this modern abundance actually secure the independent journalism our founders envisioned? Read the article for insights from LWV leaders.

Birthright Citizenship - Safe for Now

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the 14h Amendment guarantees birthright citizenship to nearly all children born in the United States, regardless of their parents' immigration status. The landmark decision struck down the President’s 2025 executive order that attempted to deny citizenship to children of undocumented immigrants and temporary visitors.

Related article from LWVUS: Birthright Citizenship Ruling Is a Critical Win — And a Warning We Cannot Ignore