Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.
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Kentuckians Make Their
Voices Heard
With most election results now known, one thing is clear: Americans turned out in extraordinary numbers to vote in the 2026 midterm elections. According to preliminary estimates from the University of Florida’s Election Lab, approximately 124.3 million Americans cast their ballots, up from approximately 112 million in 2022. Across Kentucky, voter turnout increased slightly with overall turnout at 42.6% in 2026 compared to 41.8% in 2022. In Jefferson County, participation also increased to 45.4% which was up from 44% in the 2022 midterms.
The League of Women Voters celebrates the millions of voters who made their voices heard, the election workers and administrators who made our elections possible, and the hundreds of thousands of voting and civil rights advocates who worked tirelessly to educate, protect, and empower voters.
For more information on Kentucky voter turnout and election results check out the State’s website
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Democracy In Action
Environmental Injustice
The League of Women Voters Louisville is hosting a discussion of the effect of the environment—particularly airborne particulate matter. Air quality in Louisville is a matter of injustice. The American Lung Association gives Louisville an F for ground-level ozone smog in its annual "State of the Air" report. Louisville’s West End experiences some of the worst air quality and environmental pollution in the region due to a combination of heavy industrial proximity, regional geography, aging infrastructure, and historical housing policies. Poor air quality is directly linked to increased rates of chronic and acute illnesses, including asthma, heart disease, and lung cancer. Inhaling fine particulate matter and toxic pollutants causes cellular inflammation and damages vital organs, contributing to millions of premature deaths globally each year.
Wayne Tuckson, M.D. Host of KET’s Kentucky Health and a retired colon and rectal surgeon will moderate the panel. Panelists will be:
Tim Darst, originator of the Environmental Justice Tour and Associate Director of the Passionist Earth and Spirit Center.
Natasha DeJarnett, Ph. D., Envirome Institute, University of Louisville
Lauren Anderson, Ph. D., Envirome Institute, University of Louisville
Blair Leano Helvey, Entomologist, Idlewild Farms
Please Register at the following Zoom link is https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/I0jiUX5_TvqZcsKKiz7q3A
Doors open at 5:30. The program will run from 6:00-7:30 pm at the League Headquarters, 115 S. Ewing. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the League at 895-5218 LWVLouisville@gmail.com
We are the League of Women Voters
of Louisville
The League of Women Voters of Louisville is a nonpartisan, grassroots, public policy organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure all citizens are represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation in the Louisville Metro area. We envision a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge, and the confidence to participate.
We are part of the League of Women Voters of the United States founded in 1920 with roots in the women’s suffrage movement.
As a non-profit, nonpartisan organization, the League does not support or oppose candidates or political parties. LWV Louisville is fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in principle and in practice.
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Join the League of Women Voters
The League is dedicated to empowering everyone to fully participate in our democracy. If you share our mission, we welcome you. Our members register voters, advocate for voter rights, promote voting and educate voters on issues,. JOIN US in protecting democracy!
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Register to Vote
Every voice and every vote matters! With your vote you are making a statement on what matters to you. When you don’t vote, someone else is making the choice for you. It only takes a few minutes to register!
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Making a Difference
The Louisville League has a variety of committees where members can make an impact and build relationships. Find out more about our committees which include Voter Services, Health, Education and more!
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Donate to Protect Democracy
The League advocates for voter rights, defends democracy, and protects transparency.. We need your donations to continue our work and expand the reach of our message. Your contribution will fund our mission.
Take action with the League wherever you are! Download the free League in Action App (powered by OutreachCircle) to your mobile device and start empowering voters today. It is your direct link to learn about issues, contact legislators, and find the latest voting laws. With League in Action share nonpartisan voting information with your friends and family. If you would like to follow your League and take action while using a desktop, please use outreachcircle.com.