International Women’s Day was first celebrated in the United States at the turn of the 20th century, when women came together to advocate for better working conditions, voting rights, and equality. It is now celebrated on March 8 – and we extend the celebration throughout the month of March – and throughout the year. More info… https://womenshistorymonth.gov/about/
Congratulations Women!
| | | __________________________________ | Upcoming Events You Don't Want to Miss! | | LWVCS Monthly Coffee Hour
Join us on March 16, 2023 - for an informal conversation about all things LWV Cupertino-Sunnyvale – at 11am - join here
Come learn about what we're doing and how you can help us in our mission of "Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy."
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"Words Matter: Democracy's Rhetorical Failure(s)"
Thursday, March 16, 2023, 12 noon-1 p.m. via Zoom
"Rhetoric is closely linked to citizenship, democracy, and justice.
That's why it has existed for thousands of years.
Literally, the first rhetoric handbooks were written to help citizens
in Ancient Greece participate in the first democracy."
"Rhetoric is not necessarily evil and deceptive,
but it is always about how people use language, symbols, and gestures
to accomplish (or to try to accomplish their goals.)
San Jose State University Associate Professor Ryan Skinnell will talk about the dangers of demagoguery and anti-democratic movements that pose threats in the current moment, and what we can do to strengthen our democracy. Dr. Skinnell is an historian of political rhetoric, especially as it relates to fascism, demagoguery and democracy. He has published six books and more than 100 essays, articles and reviews including Faking the News: What Rhetoric Can Teach Us About Donald Trump in 2018 and Rhetoric and Guns, published in 2022. He is currently writing a book about Adolf Hitler’s rhetoric.
Register to attend this webinar HERE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting and how to submit questions in advance. This event is FREE and open to everyone, so please forward this notice to others who are interested in this topic.
| __________________________________ | | Practicing Civil Discourse – A Participant Conversation - Equity vs. Equality
Join our Workshop Conversation on the elements of Equity & Equality and whether they provide fair solutions to community issues
Participant Discussion will include:
- What is Equity?
- What is Equality?
- Why are these elements important?
- How can they be achieved in the public sphere?
Breakout Discussions around four areas:
Affordable Housing, No Cash bail, Mental Health Treatment for Unhoused, Universal Basic Income
Join us via ZOOM on Thursday, March 16, 7- 8pm
Please register here. | __________________________________ | Overcoming Bigotry: A Sunnyvale Unity Event
Thursday, March 16 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Lakewood Elementary School, Multipurpose Room | 750 Lakechime Drive
In-Person Event | Join a conversation to examine bigotry, explore solutions and strengthen our diverse community.
Featuring Intercultural Panel Discussion, Small Group Dialogues, Call to Action
Learn More and Register Here | __________________________________ | Civic Education Events
March 22, 2023, 9am PT: State of America. Sponsored by the 92nd Street Y, New York. This virtual summit explores the most important questions facing the country right now – spotlighting the future of democracy, civic engagement, technology, journalism, politics and policy. Click here for the schedule, panels, and speakers.
Click here to register.
March 27, 2023 7pm PT: Strategies for Bipartisan Immigration Action. Sponsored by the LWVUS Immigration Interest Group. Theresa Cardinal Brown, senior advisor at the Bipartisan Policy Center in Washington, DC, is the featured presenter for this webinar. Ms. Brown has broad expertise in immigration policies and has worked at the US Chamber of Commerce, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the US Customs and Border Protection, and the Dept. of Homeland Security.
Access the webinar here.
March 30, 2023, 9am PT: Civic Virtue and Citizenship. Sponsored by the National Constitution Center. The discussion will focus on the concepts of civic virtue and citizenship in democratic societies. Panelists include Christopher Beem, author of The Seven Democratic Virtues: What You Can Do to Overcome Tribalism and Save Our Democracy; Richard Haass, author of The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens; and, Lorraine Pangle, author of Reason and Character: The Moral Foundations of Aristotelian Political Philosophy. Jeffrey Rosen, president/CEO of NCC will moderate the discussion.
Click here to register.
| __________________________________ | Did You Miss These Events? - Catch Up with Recordings:
Bay Area League Education Day - Equity in the Bay Area
Catch the Panels on Equity in Housing, Healthcare, and other relevant Regional topics here.
Fight Truth Decay – check out the recording from the March 9 NICD LWV Event here: From CommonSense to Common Ground – Commonsense American methods to reinvigorate democracy: Headlined by Keith Allred, NICD Executive Director, entitled From Common Sense to Common Ground: Lessons Learned for Strengthening Democracy by Everyday Americans. You can review the recording here.
| __________________________________ | | Civil Discourse Committee
Are you interested in learning about and practicing civil discourse?
We are currently planning our 2023 programs and are looking for your input on topics -
Our 2022 programs included civic participation, battling misinformation, and policing.
Earlier programs included immigration, the racial wealth gap, and equity in education - what would you like to discuss?
Join us to add your ideas for our 2023 programs - Mar. 20 at 1pm via ZOOM here
More information and videos of previous programs
| | | __________________________________ |  | League and Related Organizations Activities and Events You Don't Want to Miss!
- Check out our LWV Cupertino-Sunnyvale Calendar of Events on our website here!
- Interns needed - Our high school interns are returning and we’re excited to have their help in bringing voter services to our community. If you know of a high school student that would be interested in helping us, please email Presidents@lwvcs.org. Helping empower voters and making democracy work is inspiring and important work. We welcome you to be a part of it!
- Did you miss the events on improving election - Election Security & Ranked Choice Voting? Catch up with the videos here.
- LWV Piedmont, CA, is hosting a series on the environment and related issues. Check out the programs here.
- New Speakers Confirmed for the CivicWell Policymakers Conference March 16 – 19, 2023 at Asilomar
Announcing the 2023 CivicWell Policymakers Conference in March! Save your spot today to attend the conference, as space is filling up quickly. Learn more and register here.
Topics to be covered at the conference include:
- How to Build More Housing in Your Town
- The Challenges and Promises of Offshore Wind
- Effectively Influencing State Climate Policy from a Local Level
- Solar, Battery Storage, and Grid Reliability
- The Remote Workforce - Environmental and Equity Implications
- Building Decarbonization - What Local Governments Can Do
- Save the Date: Mark your calendar for Wednesday, April 12, 6-8 pm, for a lively in-person event sponsored by the League of Women Voters Diablo Valley at the Walnut Creek Library.
LWVDV, partnering with Braver Angels, is hosting an event for our times that is sure to be provocative, inspiring, and memorable.
More information to follow shortly. For questions before then, email lwvdv@lwvdv.org, or call 925-283-2235.
- The 14th Annual California Climate & Energy Forum, organized by CivicWell through the California Climate and Energy Collaborative, will be held in person in Santa Rosa, CA, on Tuesday, June 13th, and Wednesday, June 14th.
This year’s forum is focused onInvestment, Innovation, and Inclusion: Locals Leading a Clean Energy, Climate-Stable Future for All. At the forum, you will:
- Network with climate and energy practitioners from across the state
- Learn about innovative projects and funding opportunities
- Hear from key state agencies and climate leaders
These special early-bird registration rates are only available for a short time, so take advantage today! Join us at the Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country June 13th - 14th, to take your climate work to the next level! Registration is offered at no cost to local governments.We are also offering a limited number of scholarships to those who would like to attend but would benefit from financial assistance.
LWV US Training – Organizing to Combat Misinformation & Disinformation
- State Leagues developed an understanding of misinformation and disinformation and were equipped with the tools to combat them digitally and with family and friends.
- Here are some of the tools in your toolbox:
- Training Recording
- LWVUS Guide to Mis and Disinformation
New LWV Legal Resources Program - The League of Women Voters of the United States is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Legal Center on the organization’s website, LWV.org. The center showcases the League’s legal work in federal courts from across the country. More information here. | __________________________________ | Earth and Arbor Day Festival 2023 Saturday, April 22, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cupertino Library Park
Celebrate our shared earth and help the environment.
Cupertino’s Earth & Arbor Day Festival invites community members of all ages to learn about environmental issues and solutions in a family-friendly atmosphere. The Festival features hands-on activities, live entertainment, and delicious food served by local food trucks. | | | __________________________________ |  | Cupertino City News:
Saturday, March 18 at 10 a.m. at Wilson Park
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Join us! The City of Cupertino will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the opening of the Regnart Creek Trail on Saturday, March 18 at 10 a.m. The ceremony will take place at Wilson Park by the new pedestrian bridge.
The Regnart Creek Trail is one of the trail segments that make up “The Loop,” providing cyclists and pedestrians a safe, off-street path that connects Cupertino Civic Center—including City Hall, Community Hall, Cupertino Library, and Library Field—with Wilson Park’s sports fields, ceramic studio, future community garden and basketball court, as well as Creekside Park’s sports fields and play areas. Schools near the trail include Cupertino High School and Eaton Elementary School. Regnart Creek Trail will help alleviate the need for parking at these frequently visited locations.
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Add your comments on the Memorial Park Renovation here.
Cupertino Housing Element Update Survey: Make your voice heard! https://engagecupertino.org/hub-page/housing-element
Next City Council Meeting March 21, 2023, 6:45pm - here
Cupertino Library Foundation Latest Programs – check out your interests here
| __________________________________ |  | Sunnyvale City News
Next City Council Meeting
Agenda for the March 27, 2023 Council meeting - 6 p.m.
Meeting Agenda
To join and comment: Join on ZoomCall-in: 833-548-0276 | Meeting ID: 961 1158 0540
To provide audio public comment, connect to the meeting online or by telephone.
The meeting is online and closed to in-person attendance.
View the Meeting Agenda for public comment options.
To watch: Sunnyvale City ClerkYouTube ChannelLegislative Public Meetings Audio/Video live streamAT&T Channel 99Comcast Channel 15To stay informed:
More info on City Council meetings here.
Livable Sunnyvale’s Village Center Committee will be having a meeting on Monday, March 13th at 7:00 to discuss next steps to advocate for Sunnyvale’s Village Center Master Plan. The meeting will be on Zoom.
If you would like to learn more about Sunnyvale’s Village Center Master Plan, the City has a good website here
If you click on “Progress and Public Outreach” at the bottom, you can view videos and slides from the two workshops that were held in January.
If you would like to send comments or suggestions to the City, you can send an email to:
Shaunn Mendrin -smendrin@sunnyvale.ca.gov
City Council - council@sunnyvale.ca.gov
Planning Commission - PlanningCommission@sunnyvale.ca.gov
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