League of Women Voters of Sarasota County

League of Women Voters of Sarasota County LWV encourages informed & active participation in government. We cannot allow partisan comments about candidates or races on this page.

We are a nonpartisan, activist, grassroots organization that believes voters should play a critical role in democracy. The League of Women Voters of Florida, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

05/28/2026

Get started, don’t wait, prepare your voting plan now! Be Counted!

05/27/2026

Convenient, flexible and efficient. In this short video, Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections Ron Turner explains early voting in Florida and shares the information you need to know if you want to vote early in the upcoming elections. https://youtu.be/xelvw4zWMpE?si=YKff8OUGQ1w66WKU

Unconstitutional Gerrymandering continues. In 2010, Florida voters amended that constitution by approving what are cal...
05/27/2026

Unconstitutional Gerrymandering continues. In 2010, Florida voters amended that constitution by approving what are called Fair Districts amendments, which prohibit congressional or legislative redistricting to favor or disfavor a political party.

A judge upheld Florida's redrawn congressional maps, potentially giving Republicans four extra seats this election.

The August Primary is the final election for School Board! And all Voter can vote regardless of party affiliation! Fro...
05/26/2026

The August Primary is the final election for School Board! And all Voter can vote regardless of party affiliation! From curriculum to budgets to leadership, the School Board makes key decisions. Make your voice heard in this key primary election.

05/25/2026

The League of Women Voters of Florida takes a moment to honor the lives of all servicemen and women who have paid the ultimate price for our freedoms.

As we remember our brave heroes, we remain committed to our mission to protect every Floridians' freedom to vote.

05/21/2026
Snowbirds — this one's for you. 🐦Just because you're heading north this summer doesn't mean you have to miss your vote. ...
05/19/2026

Snowbirds — this one's for you. 🐦

Just because you're heading north this summer doesn't mean you have to miss your vote. You can have your ballot mailed to any address you choose — including your summer home up north.

You don't have to be in Florida to vote in Florida.

⏰ Request your mail ballot at www.sarasotavotes.gov

The issue is that an online request for a mail ballot won’t be approved if the driver’s license number doesn’t match wha...
05/18/2026

The issue is that an online request for a mail ballot won’t be approved if the driver’s license number doesn’t match what the elections office has on file. Similarly, voters who sign onto a petition could get their petition tossed if there’s a disparity in the driver’s license.

Requesting a mail ballot in Florida might require those who got new driver’s licenses to contact their local elections office to update their information.

This is your opportunity to stand with your community and make your voice heard in the upcoming primary election. Take a...
05/16/2026

This is your opportunity to stand with your community and make your voice heard in the upcoming primary election. Take a moment to check your voter registration or get registered today. Visit: registertovoteflorida.gov

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