Delegates to the LWVUS national convention in June approved a new position on privatization of government services. The position is based on responses received from the 227 Leagues across the country that participated in the Privatization Study. It describes the elements and processes which the League feels must be in place or followed in order that services or functions that …
ACTION ALERT: Fight Back Against Polluters
Clean air protections are being attacked in the U.S. Senate. Take action today!
Letter From The President: What A Year!
Letter from the president: Thank You For A Great Year! It’s been a busy and successful year for the Tulsa League of Women Voters. The League membership is a collection of smart and dedicated women and men who make things happen for the better in our community. Thank you each and everyone of you who have made a difference. Below …
Eliminating the State Income Tax is Topic of April Unit Meetings
On Sunday, March 18, a headline in the Tulsa World read: The House and Senate last week passed measures to reduce or eliminate the state income tax, but the final plan won’t be known for weeks. Three bills have made their way through committee and are currently under consideration by the Oklahoma legislature. All three would alter significantly the rate …
Attend April 10 Consensus Meeting on Privatization
Privatization is nothing new. It permeates all levels of government. It’s become a popular strategy for governments struggling with budget shortfalls and decreased revenue. Privatization affects the prison system, the education system, the way our roads are maintained and the very water we drink. These attempts at government cost saving will not likely vanish in the near future, so how …