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Hagar Chemali has worked in a range of senior national security and public affairs positions for the United States government and is the host and creator of an award-winning new show on YouTube called “Oh My
World.” She will be joined by NewsNation anchor and Greenwich resident Hena Doba to discuss the most significant foreign policy challenges facing the new administration and the approaches we are likely to see over the coming months. Continue Reading →
“This year, our ballots will contain a unique opportunity for the public to weigh in on this question: Shall the Constitution of the State be amended to permit the General Assembly to allow each voter to vote by absentee ballot?” – LWV Greenwich Continue Reading →
“I’ve always supported local control. I’m not in favor of high rises. I was born in the Bronx and lived in Brooklyn before I moved to Greenwich. If I wanted high rises I would have stayed in Brooklyn.” – State Rep Steve Meskers (D-150) Continue Reading →
Longtime LWV moderator Kay Maxwell and GHS senior Zarah Haque took turns asking the questions. Continue Reading →
During a gathering at Burning Tree Country Club organized by the League of Women Voters Greenwich, State Senator Ryan Fazio (R-36), and State Reps – Rachel Khanna (D-149), Stephen Meskers (D-150) and Hector Arzeno (D-151) provided an overview of the past legislative session and a view to next year. Continue Reading →
The candidates for Town Clerk are Republican Jackie Budkins (incumbent) and her Democratic challenge, Lucy Von Brachel. Continue Reading →
The Report and the Concurrence Statement are designed to provide the Greenwich community with a greater understanding of the town’s approach to prioritizing and funding capital projects which will impact the town’s future. Continue Reading →
The Burnett Award is presented to a long-standing member of LWV Greenwich whose significant contributions to the organization have positively impacted the work of the League through their time, actions, talents, and dedication.
Created in 2023, The Community Impact Award is presented to an individual or group whose exemplary support of the LWV Greenwich mission has made a difference by influencing others to become informed and to participate actively in the democratic process. Continue Reading →
A panel discussion on “Leading with Civility” at Greenwich Library was moderated by Lucy Nalpathanchil from CT Public and featured former Republican Leader of CT House Themis Klarides, Dr. Carolyn Lukensmeyer from National Institute for Civil Discourse and Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons. Continue Reading →
The panelists will bring their unique perspectives to this timely conversation, moderated by Lucy Nalpathanchil, Connecticut Public’s VP for Community Engagement and an award-winning public radio reporter. Continue Reading →