Jane Kirshenheiter Zimmerman Issues Briefing

This virtual League of Women Voters series is the annual Jane Kirshenheiter Zimmerman Issues Briefing program, which will dig deeper into where the country is in terms of our constitutional crisis, how we got here, and what we as citizens can do to pull democracy back from the brink. The first topic is the executive branch and its role (6:30 p.m., Oct. 22) — nothing like starting out by dealing with the elephant in the room. In subsequent days the series will cover the legislative branch (10 a.m., Oct. 25) and the judicial branch (6:30 p.m., Oct. 28)...because it takes a village to destroy a democracy.

media release: We are a country in crisis. What's at stake for our democracy and how did the 3 branches of government reach this level of dysfunction?

​Most importantly, what do we do now as citizens, advocates, and voters? Join us for Issues Briefing 2025 to learn what's at stake and how we fight back.

Wed, Oct 22, 6:30 pm: The Crisis: Executive Branch

How abuse of power is causing major imbalance and dysfunction.

Sat, Oct 25, 10 am: The Crisis: Legislative Branch

Are our representatives representing us? Why their role is imperative.

Tues, Oct 28, 6:30 pm The Crisis:: Judicial Branch

Major threats to our rights are looming. What's on the docket for democracy?

There is no fee to attend this virtual event, but registration is required. Closer to the event, you will receive an email with links to access all sessions via Zoom.​

*If you have issues getting into the program or fail to receive an email with Zoom links, please contact lwvwisconsin@lwvwi.org