cook county elections

The award honors the Clerk's Office for developing the "Defenders of DA'mocracy" program in partnership with the Chicago Bears. The initiative introduced Early Voting sites at suburban high schools while allowing eligible students to serve as Election Judges during the March 2026 Illinois gubernatorial primary election. #cookcounty #award #election

"The recent removal of the remaining members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is a deeply troubling development for local election administrators, including the Cook County Clerk's Office," Gordon said. #cookcounty #monicagordon #election

"Today's U.S. Supreme Court decision affirms what Illinois has long understood: when voters cast their ballots on time and follow the rules, their voices deserve to be heard," Gordon said. #supremecourt #monicagordon #mailballot

Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon said the report provides important insight into changing voting habits and election administration efforts. #report #primary #cookcounty

The ordinance seeks to address concerns about harassment, intimidation and the disclosure of personal information involving election workers while promoting greater public participation in the democratic process. #cookcounty #election #vote

The program was one of 46 initiatives recognized during this year’s awards cycle and was honored in the Communications Category for Distinguished Voter Education and Communications Initiatives. #earlyvoting #chicagobears #cookcounty

As a result, Republican candidates secured the top position, followed by Democratic candidates in the second spot and Libertarian candidates in the third position for applicable races. #ballot #republican #cookcounty

To qualify, election judges must be registered Cook County voters or eligible college or high school students. #election #judges

According to the Clerk’s Office, students from 24 Cook County high schools are being trained this week to operate the on-campus early voting sites. #voting #chicagobears #highschools

Belcher hopes to inspire voters to envision a district that prioritizes solutions, inclusion, and strong leadership rooted in community values. #kianabelcher