The fourth seminar from Idahoans for Openess in Government (IDOG) is on January 27, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. MT in the Idaho Capitol Building’s Lincoln Auditorium and examines the Idaho Open Meeting Law. Betsy Russell, Andy Snook, and Brian Kane, Executive Director of the National Association of Attorneys General, will discuss the principles of open government and how Idahoans can ensure transparency in public decision-making. LWVID is a founding member of the IDOG coalition and shares its mission to foster open government, supervised by an informed and engaged citizenry.

The third seminar from Idahoans for Openess in Government (IDOG) is on January 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. MT in the Idaho Capitol Building’s Lincoln Auditorium and focuses on the Idaho Public Records Act – the law and the public’s rights. Hear from Andy Snook, General Counsel for Governor Brad Little, and Betsy Russell, IDOG President, on how citizens and journalists can effectively request and obtain public records. LWVID is a founding member of the IDOG coalition and shares its mission to foster open government, supervised by an informed and engaged citizenry.

Join the League of Women Voters of Moscow at the 1912 Center Living Room on Sun., Jan. 11, 2026 from 4-5 p.m. for our next Sip & Speak social conversation hour. We encourage you to bring a snack or drink to share but this is not required. We would love to see you there!

Join the League of Women Voters of Pocatello for our 2026 Legislative Preview on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. This virtual event will feature legislators from District 28 and District 29, who will respond to moderated questions about the key issues and expected bills that may shape the 2026 legislative session.

The League of Women Voters of Idaho invites you to its 2026 Virtual Legislative Preview on Sunday, December 28, 2025. This nonpartisan webinar will feature Senator Jim Woodward and Representative Sonja Galaviz, who will share their perspectives on the major issues and bills expected to come before the Idaho Legislature during the 2026 legislative session.

The second seminar from Idahoans for Openess in Government (IDOG) is on December 17, 2025, from 1:00–3:30 p.m. MT in the Idaho Capitol Building’s Lincoln Auditorium and explores Transparent Idaho/Townhall Idaho – How to access public data and meeting information online for free. Brandon Woolf, Idaho State Controller, will guide attendees through state tools for finding government financial data and upcoming public meetings. LWVID is a founding member of the IDOG coalition and shares its mission to foster open government, supervised by an informed and engaged citizenry.

Join the League of Women Voters Moscow for a Speaker Series Presentation, Comparative Politics 101: Understanding Transitions between Democratic and Autocratic Regimes, presented by Amy G. Mazur on Wed., Dec. 3 at 12 p.m. in the 1912 Center Lecompte Auditorium. This presentation focuses on the operational concepts and processes that students of regime change use to understand transitions between democratic and autocratic forms of government. 

The first seminar from Idahoans for Openess in Government (IDOG) is on November 19, 2025, from 1:00–3:30 p.m. MT in the Idaho Capitol Building’s Lincoln Auditorium and focuses on Campaign Finance and Reporting – the rules and how to access data. Join Phil McGrane, Idaho Secretary of State, for a detailed overview of Idaho’s campaign finance system and how transparency helps build public trust. LWVID is a founding member of the IDOG coalition and shares its mission to foster open government, supervised by an informed and engaged citizenry.

Join the League of Women Voters of Moscow for a virtual Speaker Series presentation, Have They Gone Crazy? Political Conspiracy Theories and Our Fellow Citizens, with Neil Levy on Wednesday, November 19 at 12 p.m. Levy, a philosophy professor at Macquarie University and Senior Research Fellow at Oxford, will explore why conspiracy theories attract millions of believers, why both the left and right are susceptible, and what research suggests about how many people truly hold these beliefs.

Join the League of Women Voters Moscow for a Speaker Series presentation, The People's Voice: The Past, Present, and Future of Idaho's Ballot-Initiative Process, by Reclaim Idaho co-founder Luke Mayville at 6:30 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 12 in the 1912 Center Lecompte Auditorium. This presentation will focus on Idaho’s proud history of citizen-led initiatives and the ongoing need to protect Idaho’s initiative process. 

Join the League of Women Voters of Moscow for a Speaker Series presentation, The Devolution of Journalism in America, with William Brock on Wednesday, November 5 at 12 p.m. in the 1912 Center Lecompte Auditorium. Brock, a veteran reporter and editor for major newspapers in Montana and Idaho, will discuss the economic pressures facing traditional journalism, the decline of independent reporting, and the resulting rise of disinformation in today’s media landscape.

Join the League of Women Voters of Moscow for a Speaker Series event, David Hume and the Culture Wars, presented by Joseph Campbell on Wednesday, October 29 at 12 p.m. in the 1912 Center Arts Workshop. Campbell, recently retired after 26 years as a philosophy professor at Washington State University, will explore how David Hume (1711–1776), a leading thinker of the Scottish Enlightenment and friend of Adam Smith, sheds light on today’s culture wars. By examining Hume’s distinction between scientific knowledge and value judgments, Campbell will discuss why debates over morality, politics, and society often seem unresolvable—and how Hume’s insights can guide us toward a deeper understanding of these challenges.

Join the League of Women Voters of Moscow for a Candidate Forum on Thur., Oct. 23 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the 1912 Center Great Room, featuring candidates for Moscow School Board and Moscow Cemetery Board. Send questions in advance to: moscow.league.questions2@gmail.com.

Join us for the Boise City Council Candidate Forum for District 6 on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Pierce Park Elementary School in Boise. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Idaho Education Fund, this nonpartisan forum will feature candidates Jimmy Hallyburton, Lisa Sanchez, and Lynn Bradescu.

Join the League of Women Voters of Moscow for a Candidate Forum on Wed., Oct. 22 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the 1912 Center Great Room, featuring candidates for Moscow City Council and Moscow Mayor. Send questions in advance to: moscow.league.questions2@gmail.com.

The public is invited to an evening of conversation, community, and good food at Goody’s Deli on Wednesday, October 22, at 6:00 p.m. The event, titled “Energy in Idaho,” will feature Aaron Menenberg, Idaho Policy Manager for Renewable Northwest, discussing Idaho’s evolving energy landscape and how local policies can shape our energy future.

The League of Women Voters of Lewis Clark Valley and the LC Valley Chamber of Commerce invite you to a Candidate Forum on Monday, October 14 from 6:30–7:45 p.m. at the Lewiston City Library. Candidates for Lewiston Mayor and City Council will share their views and answer questions about key issues facing the community. The forum will be moderated by Keith Havens, who will introduce the candidates and guide the discussion. This nonpartisan event is free and open to the public—an opportunity for voters to hear directly from those seeking to serve the City of Lewiston.

Join the League of Women Voters of Moscow at the 1912 Center Living Room on Sun., Oct. 12 from 4-5 p.m. for our next Sip & Speak social conversation hour. We encourage you to bring a snack or drink to share but this is not required. We would love to see you there!

The West Ada School Board Trustee Candidate Forum will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Meridian City Hall. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Idaho Education Fund, this free, nonpartisan event will bring together candidates running for the school board to share their priorities and perspectives with the community.

Voters in Chubbuck and across School District No. 25 will have the opportunity to hear directly from local candidates before heading to the polls. The League of Women Voters of Pocatello and the Idaho State Journal are teaming up to host a Chubbuck and School District No. 25 Candidate Forum.

Meet the Candidates at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library for a nonpartisan forum featuring candidates running for Coeur d’Alene Mayor and City Council. This event offers community members the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates, learn about their priorities, and gain insight into the issues shaping our city’s future. Sponsored by the CDA Press and the League of Women Voters of Kootenai County, the forum is free and open to the public.

The League of Women Voters of Pocatello and the Idaho State Journal invite you to the Pocatello City Candidate Forum on September 29, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Pocatello High School Auditorium. Join us to hear directly from local candidates and get informed ahead of the election.

The closing reception for the Voices and Votes: Democracy in America exhibit is Monday September 29 from 4-6pm at the U of I Library. This exhibit explores the history of voting rights, citizenship, and what it means to be an American through historic photos, artifacts, videos, and more. The closing reception will include activities and light refreshments and is free and open to all. The exhibit will be open through Friday, October 3rd. Parking at the University is free after 5pm. Or only $4 for a visitor pass

Join us for the Boise City Council Candidate Forum for District 2 on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Valleyview Elementary School in Boise. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Idaho Education Fund, this nonpartisan forum will feature candidates Colin Nash, Josh Ellstrom, and Derek James Smith.

Join us for the Caldwell City Council Candidate Forum on Tuesday, September 25, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Caldwell City Hall. This event, co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Idaho Education Fund and the Caldwell Chamber of Commerce, will give community members the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates about their vision for Caldwell’s future. All are welcome to attend and engage in this important conversation about our city’s leadership.

Join the League of Women Voters Moscow for a Speaker Series presentation, Why Only Clean Energy Can Secure Idaho's Future, at 12 p.m. on Wed., Sept. 24 at the 1912 Center Arts Workshop room by Aaron Menenberg, Idaho Policy Manager at Renewable Northwest. Beginning with a brief overview of Idaho's energy system and growing energy demand, Aaron will outline a path forward for the state that leverages its abundant natural resources to support our growing economy and population in the most economically and socially responsible way.

Join us for the Caldwell Mayor Candidate Forum on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Caldwell City Hall. This event, co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Idaho Education Fund and the Caldwell Chamber of Commerce, will give community members the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates about their vision for Caldwell’s future. All are welcome to attend and engage in this important conversation about our city’s leadership.

In recognition of Constitution Day, Lewis-Clark State College will host a panel and audience discussion on the 14th Amendment and birthright citizenship.

Join the League of Women Voters Moscow for a Speaker Series presentation, Seeking the Possible Over the Perfect: Compromises, Voting Rights, and the U.S. Constitution, at 12 p.m. on Wed., Sept. 17 at the University of Idaho Library.

The League of Women Voters of Pocatello will be at Idaho State University on September 16, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for National Voter Registration Day. Visit us at the Eli Oboler Library or the Pond Student Union Building to register to vote or update your information.