LWV Bellingham/Whatcom County

I-001 Lacks transparency. Learn more ➡️ lwvwa.org/NO-on-I-638-... It’s unclear language offers less protection for parent and student rights. ❌ Vote "NO" on I-001.

In-person registration continues until 8 pm on Election Day (Nov. 3)

🚨 The mail-in/online registration deadline is TOMORROW (Oct. 26).

🪿Oct. 26 is the online/mail-in deadline! In-person registration continues until Election Day (Nov. 3) at 8 pm. Get registered! 🪿 Head to votewa.gov to register or make sure your information is up to date!

🚨 Ballots may not be postmarked on the same day they are mailed. ONLY ballots that are postmarked by Election Day are counted. If you need to mail your ballot, do so ASAP -- and definitely by Oct. 27. After that hand it directly to a postal clerk and request a postmark at the counter.

😱 Most ballots that need 'curing' are from voters younger than 35 because they have less consistent signatures.

Hear from the candidate themselves. Watch our short interviews with the candidates on your ballot! ➡️ bit.ly/4y6LREb

✅ Visit votewa.gov to make sure!

Since our founding in 1920, the League has held this stance: We do not support or oppose any political party or candidate. We don't ask our members who they vote for. We don't fund campaigns. We don't wear party jerseys. We take this commitment to nonpartisanship seriously.

❌ Vote "NO" on I-638 ❌ I-638 would violate the personal privacy of an estimated 200,000 WA girls. It's NOT a solution. Learn more ➡️ lwvwa.org/NO-on-I-638-...

Once these candidates are elected, what will their jobs be? Find out ⬇️ Hear from the candidates themselves with our short interviews ➡️ bit.ly/4y6LREb

Is there anything different about returning our ballots this year? 🤔 Find drop box locations ➡️ votewa.gov. What Washington state voters need to know ⬇️

If your ballot hasn't arrived *don't panic* there are several things you can do (& you can DEFINITELY still vote). ✅ Check your ballot status at votewa.gov ✅ Contact the Whatcom County Auditor's Office (📧elections@co.whatcom.wa.us or ☎️ 360-778-5102) ✅ Print of a replacement ballot at votewa.gov

In WA, since January 2022, people with felony convictions have their voting rights automatically restored immediately upon their release from incarceration.

🚨 TOMORROW Concerned about threats to democracy? Learn what's happening locally and what you can do. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4zkJLl0 To frame this issue and offer perspective, local leaders will speak, followed by a Q&A period: 🟪 Liz Darrow 🟪 Todd Donovan 🟪 Edgar Franks 🟪 Jeremy Harrison-Smith

College voters 👋 If you just moved away from WA or to WA for school, make sure you know what you need to do to vote ➡️ www.sos.wa.gov/elections/vo...

What would yes on I-001 mean? ❌ Vote "NO" on I-001.

Concerned about threats to democracy? Come learn what's happening locally and what you can do. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4zkJLl0 To frame this issue and offer perspective, local leaders will speak, followed by a Q&A period: 🟪 Liz Darrow 🟪 Todd Donovan 🟪 Edgar Franks 🟪 Jeremy Harrison-Smith

Why does the LWVWA oppose I-001? ❌ Vote "NO" on I-001.

Once these candidates are elected, what will their jobs be? Find out ⬇️ Hear from the candidates themselves with our short interviews ➡️ bit.ly/4y6LREb

What would yes on I-638 mean? ❌ Vote "NO" on I-638.

Vote “NO” on Initiative 645. Learn more ➡️ lwvwa.org/I-645 The ‘millionaires’ tax’ begins to correct this imbalance and affects less than 1% of the population - Washingtonians who take home $1M+ a year. Currently, wealthy Washingtonians pay lower taxes here than they would pay in 42 other states.

Hear from the candidate themselves. Watch our short interviews with the candidates on your ballot! ➡️ bit.ly/4y6LREb

Why does the League oppose I-638? ❌ Vote "NO" on I-638.

What would yes on I-645 mean?

📣 Hey, Whatcom! Your ballots were mailed today (Oct. 14). They should arrive around Oct. 20. Are you registered? Is your information up to date? Make sure! ➡️ votewa.gov

It can be more difficult for voters who are unhoused to cast a ballot, but they *are* still able to register to vote and receive ballots in WA if they are eligible voters

Why does the League oppose I-645 (repealing the millionaires tax)? The LWV supports a tax system that is fair, adequate, balanced, and based on sound economic principles. We believe a person’s ability to pay should be an important consideration. ❌ "NO" on I-645, so everyone pays their fair share.

🔎 Did you know? You can observe the election process in Whatcom County! Learn more ➡️ www.whatcomcounty.us/3747/Observe...

🗳️ This November, Washington voters will vote on three initiatives. The League opposes all three initiatives and urges a "NO" vote. Learn why ➡️ lwvwa.org

🌟Tag or share with the first time voters in your life! 🌟 Register to vote ➡️ VoteWA.gov Research candidates ➡️ bit.ly/4y6LREb

🤯 Confused about WHAT is going on with elections this year? The Washington state Secretary of State's Office monitors federal legislation and decisions that would affect elections at the state level. Check out the page ➡️ www.sos.wa.gov/elections/fe...

Since our founding in 1920, the League has held this stance: We do not support or oppose any political party or candidate. We don't ask our members who they vote for. We don't fund campaigns. We don't wear party jerseys. We take this commitment to nonpartisanship seriously.

🍂 Ready for fall voting Whatcom County? Register at votewa.gov 🍂 Ballots are mailed Wednesday, Oct. 14 in Whatcom County. (Your ballot should arrive around Oct. 20.)

If there is an issue with your ballot, don't assume you have to give up on voting! The midterms are just a month away -- act now to make sure you're ready to vote. ⬇️

Is there anything different about returning our ballots this year? 🤔 Find drop box locations ➡️ votewa.gov. What Washington state voters need to know ⬇️

Concerned about threats to democracy? Come learn what's happening locally and what you can do. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4zkJLl0 To frame this issue and offer perspective, local leaders will speak, followed by a Q&A period: 🟪 Liz Darrow 🟪 Todd Donovan 🟪 Edgar Franks 🟪 Jeremy Harrison-Smith

🗳️ The midterm election is just a month a way -- and ballots will be mailed in a week! Important midterm election dates ⬇️

Whatcom County takes many voter accessibility steps for everyone—this includes steps to accommodate folks with disabilities, those whose primary language is not English, and more.

🔎 Did you know? You can observe the election process in Whatcom County! Learn more ➡️ www.whatcomcounty.us/3747/Observe...

If there is an issue with your ballot, don't assume you have to give up on voting! The midterms are just a month away -- act now to make sure you're ready to vote. ⬇️

You don’t have to wait for your ballot to start making your plan. Check your voter registration ➡️ votewa.gov, decide how you want to return your ballot, and get ready to be a first-week voter. Ballots will be mailed no later than Oct. 16. Send this to someone you want to make a voting plan with!

🗳️ How does WA State secure our vote? Washington State has a number of protocols it undertakes before, during, and after each election to ensure that our votes are secure. Learn more about what Washington does AFTER an election ➡️ www.sos.wa.gov/elections/vo...

🗳️ How does WA State secure our vote? Washington State has a number of protocols it undertakes before, during, and after each election to ensure that our votes are secure. Learn more about what Washington does DURING an election ➡️ www.sos.wa.gov/elections/vo...

🗳️ How does WA State secure our vote? Washington State has a number of protocols it undertakes before, during, and after each election to ensure that our votes are secure. Learn more about what Washington does BEFORE an election ➡️ www.sos.wa.gov/elections/vo...

We advocate for or against POLICIES based on our mission and values. This comes from a commitment to issues and strengthening civil institutions—NOT out of allegiance to a political party. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4k7l0BI

Registered voters in WA State need to be residents of the state—with a residential address—however, voters can have a mailing address that is different than their residential address. Learn more about nontraditional addresses ⬇️

✨ votewa.gov ✨ ✅ Check your ballot status (including if it's been mailed) ✅ Print a replacement ballot ✅ Register to vote/update your registration info ✅ Elections calendar ✅ View the Voters' Pamphlet ✅ Ballot drop box locations ✅ and more!

LWV CEO Celina Stewart breaks down 5 important lawsuits around elections and reminds voters that for the 2026 elections, they will continue voting under the same state election rules they know today.

🚨TODAY! This event is geared toward helping you make sure your vote for judges is an educated one. 🕤 Doors open at 9:30 am. Panel discussion 10-11:45 am, and coffee and conversation. 📅 Sept. 19, 2026 📍Whatcom Community College, Syre Auditorium. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4ghkBNT