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Wednesday May 13, 2026 | 5-6 p.m. on Zoom | Book Discussion
Wednesday May 13, 2026 | 5-6 p.m. on Zoom | Book Discussion
American Identity in Crisis
American Identity in Crisis
Join us in May to discuss "American Identity in Crisis", by Kat Calvin. The book examines how access to government-issued ID shapes civic participation and economic opportunity. An estimated 26 million American adults lack a government-issued ID, limiting their ability to vote and access housing, employment, healthcare, and financial services.
Our discussion will explore the barriers many face—and the solutions needed to ensure full participation in our democracy.
Scenes from County League Day 2026
Scenes from County League Day 2026
Past Meetings: Recaps & Recordings
Past Meetings: Recaps & Recordings
April 2026
April 2026
General Meeting
General Meeting
The federal budget has seen a massive overhaul with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) or HR1.
Claire Cunningham, of San Mateo county's Human Services Agency, spoke about the impact of the bill on health, family, children, and veteran services.
March 2026
March 2026
Local Government Transparency Study
Local Government Transparency Study
North and South County Leagues revealed their joint study on local government accountability at our annual County League Day.
Findings analyze a variety of races across San Mateo County, including city council, school board, and county-level contests; and highlight key areas for improving transparency across the region.
February 2026
February 2026
Why Local Media Matters
Why Local Media Matters
Guests Lisa Heyamoto of the American Journalism Project and Jerry Lee, publisher of the San Mateo Daily Journal discuss the critical role local media plays in a healthy democracy.
January 2026
January 2026
Members came together for our annual Program Planning meeting. We explored possible issues and actions for multiple levels of League—Local, County, and National. Our conclusions will be reviewed and adopted for the coming year.
This meeting was not recorded
November 2025
November 2025
We disscussed, "Who is Government?" by Michael Lewis.
Through a series of essays, the book shows how the essential business of government makes our lives possible, and how much it matters.
This meeting was not recorded
October 2025
October 2025
October 10 was World Mental Health Day. Mark Cloutier, CEO of Caminar discussed the importance of community-based programs, the challenges they face from recent Medicaid cuts, and how we can act to help.
September 2025
September 2025
Abolish the Electoral College
Abolish the Electoral College
Suzanne Fisher, President of the Asheville-Buncombe County (NC) League, and member of the Steering Committee for the National Popular Vote (NVP) Network, spoke on the need to abolish the Electoral College.
August 2025
August 2025
Field Trip
Field Trip
A group of about 20 people enjoyed a private tour of the Domini Hoskins Black History Museum, 890 Jefferson Street in Redwood City.
July 2025
July 2025
Good Trouble
Good Trouble
In the spirit of Civil Rights Leader John Lewis, our League joined the peaceful, nonviolent "Good Trouble Lives On" event in Half Moon Bay on July 17th.
Past Recordings
Library
Past Recordings
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