Local League of Women Voters presents 'Abolish the Electoral College: Why We Need to Do It Now' March 1

On Tuesday, March 1, the League of Women Voters of Roselle-Bloomingdale will host an online presentation, "Abolish the Electoral College" from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Zoom.

Speaker Rosemary Heileman, vice president of the League of Women Voters of Illinois and Issues and Advocacy co-chair, has been actively involved in bringing this issue to the League's attention through grassroots efforts.

As a founding member of the League of Women Voters of Deerfield Electoral College Committee, Heileman has been working since 2017 to educate the public about the need for a Constitutional amendment to permanently abolish the Electoral College.

Register at www.lwvrb.org.

The Electoral College system is a relic from the 18th century that was a last-minute compromise by the framers of the U.S. Constitution. It has evolved in unexpected ways and includes loopholes that allow for manipulation of the popular vote. Learn why it should be abolished in favor of a system that counts all the votes in one total result.

Set aside Tuesday, March 1, to join the League and gain perspective on why abolishing the Electoral College is so important to the future of our democracy.

This event is free and open to the public and attendees are not obligated to become a League member.

For more information about other League's events and monthly meetings, call Roberta Borrino at (630) 283-2894.

Formed in 2012, the League of Women Voters of Roselle/Bloomingdale provides information on topics that impact our local, state, and federal government. The League works to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

With over 100 years of experience and more than 800 local and state affiliations, the League is one of America's most trusted grassroots organizations. The League does not support, endorse or oppose political candidates. Membership is open to people ages 16 or older.

For more information about the League's events and monthly meetings, or to become a member of the League of Women Voters of Roselle/Bloomingdale, visit www.lwvrb.org or contact Roberta Borrino at (630) 283-2894. Follow www.facebook.com/lwvrb or www.instagram.com/lwvrosellebloomingdale.

For more information on the League of Women Voters of the United States, visit www.lwv.org, or the League of Women Voters of Illinois, visit www.lwvil.org.