Celina Stewart, Esq.

Those who underestimate women’s civic power will discover, as history has shown time and time again, democracy’s most resilient defenders are often the ones who have had to fight hardest to claim their place within it. Dig deeper with me on this very topic: https://bit.ly/4ukdI33

We are America, and our democracy is worth showing up for. This moment calls on all of us to stand up, speak out, and defend the freedom of every person to participate in our democracy. Join us, and together, let's rise for democracy.

Thank you The Guardian for featuring me in your latest article on how advocates are responding to this moment -- describing it as both a crisis and an opening to reimagine the promises of freedom and democracy: https://bit.ly/4gjc0uo

“Pick one thing that you're passionate about and get involved... If we all do our one thing, it will be enough to change and shift things for November.” Check out my interview on @momsrising.org's podcast and get involved in the midterms! https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Ynylx920SYB1rKlVV9Vfw

I recently moderated a panel at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Policy Summit Live! It was wonderful to speak with Jonathan Jackson, La Shawn K. Ford, Frederique Desrosiers, and Agnes Gray, and their message was clear: vote, get involved, and stay engaged. Democracy needs all of us.

Honored to join Christina Ayala, Margaret Mitchell, and Zakiya Thomas at YWCA’s 2026 Leadership Summit for a conversation about coalition, leadership, and democracy. Partnership is more than a strategy. It is how we build the power, trust, and resilience needed to create lasting change.

Honored to speak at the Brown Forum for Women in the Law Conference at @northeasternu.bsky.social School of Law about voting, democracy, and why civic participation matters so deeply in this moment. Thank you for having me!

President Trump, his administration and many lawmakers have claimed widespread issues with mailed ballots and fraudulent voting, but the evidence doesn’t support them. NYT explored a number of these claims and did the fact-checking we all need: https://nyti.ms/4spcxxf

The Constitution is clear: election administration is the responsibility of the states, not the executive branch. The administration's latest executive order expands the president's power while narrowing the voting class to a select few. Read more: https://bit.ly/41bWQhJ

The Senate is still debating the SAVE America Act. #ICYMI: I recently sat down with The Atlantic to discuss how the SAVE ACT would disproportionately affect people across the country, including the approx 8/10 married women who change their names. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4d87lK8

Last week's Democratic primary in Illinois was a "stress test, and we barely passed." Catch up on my conversation with The New York Times now: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/23/opinion/crypto-ai-politics.html

The Senate has officially started debate on the SAVE America Act. This morning, I joined @padilla.senate.gov to discuss this piece of legislation. Watch now: https://bit.ly/4sd8B3d Make no mistake: the SAVE Act is one of the most brazen attacks on voting rights in the League’s 106-year history.

At LWVUS, we empower voters and defend democracy. Voters should not face roadblocks when it comes time to register to vote or cast a ballot. That's why we're working so hard to stop the SAVE Act from becoming law. Check out our team’s most recent blog: https://bit.ly/4urvBgt

After a busy weekend in Alabama, I was excited to keep the conversation going last Monday from the stage at SXSW EDU in Austin, Texas. We discussed how dynamic learning about state constitutions can be. WATCH the full discussion now: https://bit.ly/4ruXyBr

It has been a busy week of reflection, celebration, and purpose. Last weekend, I joined hundreds of other advocates in Alabama, honoring the legacy of the civil rights movement and celebrating the leaders who continue that work today.

The @lwvus.bsky.social honors the life and legacy of Bernard Lafayette, Jr., a towering leader in the Civil Rights Movement whose life’s work helped move this nation closer to its democratic ideals. Full statement: https://bit.ly/4lop3er

Yesterday, I had the honor of speaking on a panel at AAFSW’s 17th annual Women's History Month panel discussion entitled “The Role of Women in Democracy, The Military and Diplomacy” alongside H.E. Cici Bode the Ambassador of Mauritania to the U.S. and Major General (Ret.) Donna Barbisch.

The @lwvus.bsky.social is deeply concerned by the President’s decision to initiate unprovoked military action against Iran without prior congressional authorization. Read our full statement: https://www.lwv.org/newsroom/press-releases/statement-about-presidents-unilateral-military-action-iran

Yesterday, I had the honor of speaking on a panel at @lulacorg.bsky.social's 2026 Legislative Conference alongside Brian Fair, Interim President & CEO of the @splcenter.org, Maya Berry, Executive Director, @aaiusa.bsky.social, & Hector Sanchez Barba, President & CEO, @mifamiliavota.bsky.social.

For decades, Rev. Jackson stood at the forefront of movements that sought to expand access to democracy, elevate marginalized voices & call our nation to live up to its highest ideals. https://www.lwv.org/newsroom/press-releases/league-women-voters-mourns-passing-rev-jesse-jackson

Former Attorney General Eric Holder joined Nicole Wallace on "The Best People" to discuss ways Americans can engage in our democracy and civic participation, including joining organizations that are actively fighting for our democracy, like @lwvus.bsky.social. Join today: www.lwv.org/join

#ICYMI: Last week, I joined Congresswoman @ramirez.house.gov (IL-3), leaders from @commoncause.org, @lulacorg.bsky.social, NAACP & more to share our collective demands to Congress in the wake of continued killings of Americans at the hands of ICE & DHS. Watch here: https://bit.ly/4qfrEIq

At the @lwvus.bsky.social, we are deeply concerned about the FBI activity in Fulton County that began last week. What we are witnessing is an egregious and unprecedented federal intervention into a certified election. @lwvga.bsky.social Read our full statement: https://bit.ly/4rLFhAv

For months, communities across the country, in Minnesota and beyond, have lived in terror. Take action and tell Congress that federal immigration enforcement has gone too far: https://www.lwv.org/take-action/tell-congress-federal-immigration-enforcement-has-gone-too-far

The use of lethal force against people exercising their constitutional rights is unacceptable and must be fully investigated. Read @lwvus.bsky.social full statement in response to the continued escalation of military activity in Minnesota from federal immigration officials: https://bit.ly/4sUAr54

Today @lwvminnesota.bsky.social & @lwvus.bsky.social issued a joint statement in response to the federal immigration enforcement and escalation of federal military activity in Minnesota. Read more: https://bit.ly/49xJ9Pa

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his enduring call to build a more just #democracy. His work helped propel the #votingrights movement forward—reminding us that access to the ballot is foundational to equal opportunity and accountable government.

When federal immigration officers use deadly force, it calls for congressional oversight — not silence. I joined @lulacorg.bsky.social & @commoncause.org in a call on Congress to launch an immediate and independent investigation into a series of recent use-of-force incidents. https://bit.ly/3Nu9eWE

January 6, 2021, wasn’t the end of democratic strife, but the beginning of one of the greatest ever threats to our #democracy. Read more about my reflection on this day five years later and how it guides my every move as we head into a major - and I mean major - election year. https://bit.ly/4qExyU3

#DYK that more than 24 million people get their health insurance through the Affordable Care Act Marketplaces? People can purchase health coverage & apply for financial assistance to afford their coverage. Call your members of Congress & demand affordable health care for all. https://bit.ly/4aNQbA9

Last week, I had the honor of participating on a panel at the @ncnwhq.bsky.social 90th anniversary celebration. I joined @leahdaughtry.bsky.social, Sherrilyn Ifill, & @shavonab.bsky.social on stage for a discussion about what we can learn from the 2025 election & carry with us into 2026.

#BillofRightsDay is a day to reflect on one of the most foundational documents in American history. The first 10 amendments to the US Constitution outline essential liberties and protections that continue to shape American democracy and civil life. Liberties we must protect. https://bit.ly/4rSDrOT

We continue to stand with our local Leagues and members, strongly opposing the deployment of ICE agents in any city across the country — most recently in Minneapolis and St. Paul. https://www.lwv.org/newsroom/press-releases/league-women-voters-minnesota-opposes-ice-deployment-minneapolis-and-st

In this period of turbulence and unpredictability, where many feel a growing sense of insecurity, disaffection, and alienation, I want to take a minute to honor Human Rights Day. Today reminds us that dignity, equality, and freedom belong to everyone — no exceptions. https://bit.ly/33TeJSc

Last week, the US Supreme Court sent a message that the interests of politicians matter more than those of the people. This is unacceptable. #ICYMI the Court granted Texas’ request, allowing them to keep new gerrymandered maps in place for the 2026 congressional election. www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

On this day in 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat—&in doing so, she moved a nation. Seventy years later, her quiet courage reminds us that ordinary people, standing firm, make extraordinary change. The fight for justice isn’t over.

On the heels of our lawsuit, I collaborated with HeadCount executive director Lucille Wenegieme to share the value of nonpartisan third-party voter registration in light of restrictions that prohibit nonpartisan groups from registering voters & naturalization ceremonies. thehill.com/opinion/camp...

Happy Thanksgiving! Today I am grateful for family, friends, and the communities that stand together. I’m also thankful for the privilege to fight for our democracy — one that is strengthened each time we show up, listen, and participate. May gratitude guide our choices and hopes for the future.

#ICYMI: Last week, the US District Court for the Western District of Arkansas ruled to protect voters' right to ballot intiatives in @lawv-arkansas.bsky.social & Save AR Democracy (SARD) and keeps decision-making where it belongs: with voters! This is a huge win for democracy!

Our litigation team has been busy the past few weeks, just yesterday @lwvor.bsky.social filed an amicus brief opposing the United States Department of Justice’s lawsuit demanding disclosure of private voter data in Oregon. Learn more: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

#ICYMI: The League of Women Voters Education Fund has been awarded a $1 million philanthropic grant from Carnegie Corporation of New York to expand youth civic education and engagement programs nationwide. Learn what this grant will allow us to do: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

#ICYMI: We recently announced the launch of our Grassroots Power Partners initiative as part of the Unite and Rise 8.5 campaign. We are excited to work in collaboration with the American Association of University Women, @ncjw.bsky.social, & YWCA. Learn more:

Today, the League and @campaignlegal.org filed a lawsuit against USCIS and other federal officials over the recent ban on registering voters at administrative naturalization ceremonies. Learn more: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

#GivingTuesday is coming fast! I hope you’ll take advantage of a special opportunity to DOUBLE your impact to keep America strong, fair & free. Our democracy is facing relentless attacks: efforts to strip away mail-in voting options & more. Help us fight back:

Voting is a fundamental principle, and all Americans deserve the equal opportunity to make their voices heard in our democracy. Last week — with voting rights under attack — voters in Maine showed up BIG to defend that right in their state and protect democracy.