Defender of Democracy Award

The Defender of Democracy Award, recognizing outstanding service as a champion of the League’s mission of empowering voters and defending democracy, is presented annually to a member or members not presently serving on the Board of Directors.

Award Winners

Joy Cardin, 2024
Aileen Nettleton, 2023
Paul Lindquist, 2022
Cindy Lindquist, 2022

President Barb Feeney reads the Defender of Democracy award before presenting Joy Cardin with her certificate at the 2024 Lively Issues Luncheon at the Overture Center.

Carrie Chapman Catt Award

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