May 19 County Clerk can send mail-in ballots to voters who have requested them Early Voting available at County Clerk’s Office June 13 Early Voting begins at designated polling places countywide June 23 Last day to request a mail-in ballot online Last day County Clerk can accept mailed-in requests for mail-in ballots June 27 Last…
Lake County Democrats 2022 Membership Drive March 2022 Dear Friend, Democrats have made huge gains in Lake County, and we can’t afford to be caught napping in 2022. This could be a difficult election for Democrats. Historically, the party in the White House faces an uphill battle. And Republicans are trying to win at…
If you’re a registered voter, the best way to make sure that you’re able to vote in the June 28 Primary Election is to request a mail-in ballot. And you can do that right now! Just go to the Lake County Voter Power website, and complete the online form. Once you fill in your name, house…
On Tuesday, April 5th, a team of Democratic Deputy Voter Registrars was kept busy all day by enthusiastic Waukegan High School students. More than 75 students registered to vote for the first time. Illinois law allows 17-year-olds to register and vote in a Primary Election, as long as they will turn 18 by Election Day. It…
Monday, March 14th, was the last day for candidates to file petitions to get on the ballot, and we have already bested the Republicans. A total of 221 Democrats submitted their petitions to be Precinct Committeepersons (PCs), while only 157 Republicans did so. In addition, the number of Democratic Precinct Committeepersons who filed this year…
This critical investment will help restore Waukegan Harbor and surrounding areas. “The EPA is taking the steps necessary to finish the cleanup of Waukegan Harbor, invest in the health and well-being of Waukegan families, and return jobs, tourism, and recreation to the region,” said 10th District Rep. Brad Schneider.
On Sunday, February 13th, Lake Dems hosted a Question & Answer Meet and Greet with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky. Over the years, Jan has frequently joined Tenth Dems at events in Lake County, and now, with the new redistricting, her 9th District extends into southwest Lake County. Although we’ve always considered Jan one of our own, we’re thrilled that we can now officially call Jan Schakowsky a member of our Lake County Congressional delegation.
In this issue: Reaction to Infrastructure Bill, Newest K-9 in Lake County Sheriff’s Office Finds Fugitive, and Upcoming Events.
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Please join Lake Dems for Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky’s Virtual Question & Answer session this Sunday, February 13th. Here are the details: Virtual Q&A Featuring Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky with Lauren Beth Gash and Kristina Zahorik When: Sunday, February 13, 2022 from 1:00 to 2:00pm Where: Online. Register here What: Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky holds a Meet &…