The two-term lawmaker with a union background as an ironworker resigned Friday and said he’ll suspend his reelection campaign, pulling his name from the November ballot. #centersquare #democrats #transparency
In a letter addressed to Welch and his House colleagues, the Plainfield Democrat said his resignation was effective at 4:59 p.m. Friday and that he also intends to withdraw his name as the Democratic nominee of the 97th House District in the upcoming election. #resignation #ballot #invstigation
According to the Democratic Party of Illinois, youth volunteers, interns and fellows participated in voter outreach efforts across the state, knocking on more than 6,000 doors and engaging voters ahead of the November election. #democrats #youth #political
Representatives from the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office, Matt Guzman and Erika Hamer, were present to observe the proceedings and help uphold the integrity of the process. #willcounty #lottery
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
Representatives from the parties have been notified and may attend, along with a representative from the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office to observe the process. #willcounty #ballot #election
The decision comes as some have called for schools to close in recognition of May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day, a date historically associated with labor rights demonstrations and events, particularly in Chicago. #cps #school
“New details surrounding this case raise deeply troubling questions,” Bailey said. “Gorman’s brutal murder was not unpredictable. It was preventable.” #policies #killing #loyola
“We posted this website so that every voter in the 2nd District can learn the facts about Donna Miller before they cast their ballot.” #donors #website #politics