voting rights

Organizers say the discussion will center on the continued importance of the Voting Rights Act, the role elections play in shaping public policy, and the need for year-round civic engagement beyond Election Day. #townhall #monicagordon #democracy

“For decades, Section 2 has been the primary tool used to ensure that when representation is drawn unfairly, there is a clear path to hold it accountable,” Gordon said in the statement. #cookcounty #votignrights #ruling

In her opening remarks, Gordon underscored the importance of building pathways for broader participation in leadership and public life, particularly for women and communities that have historically faced barriers. #monicagordon #powerrising

Civil Rights Leader Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. Dies at 84 (Chicago, IL) - The Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a towering figure in the...

Election officials warn that the policy shift could result in ballots being postmarked after Election Day, even if voters mailed them on time. #primaryelection #ballots #postmark

They argued in their motion that they each devote significant resources to registering their members to vote, and they fear the lawsuit could result in a ruling that undermines those efforts. #lawsuit #votingrights #labor

The ad, narrated over clips from news coverage, opens with the line, “Willie Preston is a fighter who runs toward trouble,” framing the Chicago Democrat as someone who intervenes when others hesitate. #ad #campaign #election

Preston, who has been a vocal opponent of proposals to redraw Illinois’ congressional districts mid-decade, framed the pause as a stand against what he described as national efforts by President Donald Trump and Republican-led states to weaken minority representation through gerrymandering. #civilrights #

For decades, the Voting Rights Act has guided election authorities like the Cook County Clerk’s Office in our ongoing mission to protect and expand access to the ballot. #voting