Making Democracy Work

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Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.

This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. This podcast is made possible through the generous support of Shelly Roehrs, real estate agent at Blue Picket Realty.

27 Love the League 2023

Feb 27, 2023

26 Gillian Rossi – Community Leader Making a Difference

Feb 14, 2023

Gillian Rossi’s mission is to help create a culture of stewardship throughout land management agencies and the outdoor recreation industry. She’s a Senior Park Ranger with the City of Colorado Springs Trails, Open Space & Parks (TOPS) program. An amazing community leader, Gillian shares her experiences and stories...

25 Patricia Yeager - Community Leader Making a Difference

Feb 13, 2023

Patricia Yeager has spent her entire 40-year career in services and advocacy to improve the lives and communities of people with disabilities. In this episode, we kick off one-on-one conversations with each of our 2023 Love the League honorees. Our first episode in this series features Patricia Yeager, an iconic...

24 Freedom of Speech: Freedom to Lie

Feb 10, 2023

First Amendment analysis from a community perspective. How Facebook, fake news and friends are altering memories and changing history. A knowledgeable panel offers a discussion of words and their impact on our present lives. This panel was convened by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on January 28,...