Legislative factions disagree on whether State monies should be used to address social issues such as mental health, homeless families, and vouchers in public schools. WEA has taken a more prominent role by advocating for candidates who support their policies.
News cycle changes. Are we ignoring “wolf mashing”?
Machine test: GOP sues County Clerk Lee (Laramie County)
New report: $ needed to live in WY, by community
Gillette isn’t typically mentioned for its high-cost-of-living. It’s in the most affordable bracket of three presented here. Yet a single parent with one child in pre-school and another in school needs to earn $60K to be “self-sufficient.” Only two most
WY County Clerks are not swayed so drop boxes stay
7 of Wyoming’s 23 counties decided to use the outdoor drop boxes for early voters in the 2024 Primary. Early voting is underway and ends August 19. County Clerks and County Attorneys are both elected positions, in the attorneys support
Albany County Primary Candidate Forums Available to View
View the June 20 Albany County Commissioner Forum here: League of Women Voters Candidate Forums 2024: County Commission – YouTube View the June 27 HD45 and SD10 Forum here: League of Women Voters Candidate Forums: HD 45 and SD 10
Campbell County Primary Election Candidate Forums Available to View
You can view the Campbel County Commissioners and Legislative race Forum recording here: https://play.champds.com/gillettewy/event/597 You can view the Gillette City Council race Forum recording here: https://play.champds.com/gillettewy/event/598
LWV Laramie July Board Meeting
The LWV Laramie July Board meeting will be on Tuesday, July 30 at the Wyoming Women’s History House, 317 S 2nd St, from 6:30 – 8 pm. All Laramie League members are welcome to attend.
Deeper dive: alternatives to forgiveness of student loan debt
On average, 43 million school loan borrowers owe $38K each. Young adults were heavily encouraged to accept financial aid — loans. Repayment was often burdensome, and families were encouraged to delay payments by continuing their education. Mandated payments are typically
PAC mailers with false claims: did WY candidate want Trump off ballots?
Did the WY Legislature try to remove someone from a ballot? The WY Freedom PAC says yes, that the person is Donald Trump, and that the evidence is in a 2024 budget footnote. The party sent postcards to voters in