About Us

The Mission

Our Goals

The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

The Mid-Hudson Region of the League of Women Voters serves Dutchess and Ulster counties. Consistent with the national and state League’s mission, our activities are focused on helping to ensure an informed and enabled electorate in our counties. In support of that mission, our League holds regular in person and zoom meetings that focus on civic issues of both national and local interest. We also actively participate in voter registration drives at local schools, community events, libraries, jails, and naturalization ceremonies. With a known track record of fairness and integrity, our members are routinely asked to moderate candidate forums in the weeks leading up to elections. For more details on our activities, have a look at our recent newsletters!

Officers

  • Jane Arginteanu, Co-President (2026-2028)
  • Lisa Bretherick, Co-President (2026-2028)
  • Cindy Bell, Vice President (2026-2028) 
  • Emilie Hauser, Secretary (2025-2027)
  • Dare Thompson, Treasurer (202y-2028)

Directors

  • Sheba Abrahaim (2025-2027)
  • Fay Casatuta (2026-2028)
  • Jennifer Clark (2025-2027)
  • Cindy Lanzetta (2025-2027)
  • Jeanne Pelletier (2026-2028)
  • Jane Smith (2026-2028)
  • Ann Toner (2025-2027)

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