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Lake Dems Weekly Update: Happy Thanksgiving!

October 24, 2023

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

In this Issue: Happy Thanksgiving! ● Paying Tribute to Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter ● Lake Dems Co-sponsored and Participated in Numerous Petition Events ● It’s Not Too Late – Get Your Lake Dems Hat! ● It is Always Lake Dems T-shirt Season! ● Upcoming Events

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Paying Tribute to Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter

Statement from President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on the Passing of Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter

“Throughout her incredible life as First Lady of Georgia and the First Lady of the United States, Rosalynn did so much to address many of society’s greatest needs. She was a champion for equal rights and opportunities for women and girls; an advocate for mental health and wellness for every person; and a supporter of the often unseen and uncompensated caregivers of our children, aging loved ones, and people with disabilities.” Read the full statement here.

Lake Dems Co-sponsored and Participated in Numerous Petition Events

There was tremendous attendance at petition events at the Lake County Democratic Headquarters in Waukegan, Lake Dems Headquarters in Highland Park, locations in Mundelein, Gurnee, and Lake Zurich. Thousands of signatures were gathered, petitions notarized and reviewed for legal compliance, then transported to our Democratic candidates up and down the ballot.

It’s not too late to get help with your petitions from Lake Dems. Other petition events are being planned including one for this Saturday:

Lake Dems and Moraine Township Democrats Petition Event

When: Saturday, November 25, 2023 from 12:00 to 2:00pm

Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters, 474 Central Avenue, Lower Level, Highland Park

What: Notaries and petition checking will be available. You can turn in petitions or sign them for other candidates, like President Biden. Snacks will be served.

Watch your email and lakedems.org/events for details of future events.

It’s Not Too Late – Get Your Lake Dems Hat!

Running errands, registering voters, or signing petitions? You need a Lake Dems hat and you can get one for $20 (close to our cost). Proceeds help Lake Dems elect more Democrats. Additional donations are always welcome.

You can pick up your hats or we’ll mail them for $5. Order your Lake Dems hat today: lakedems.org/hats

It is Always Lake Dems T-shirt Season!

Lake Dems T-shirts look great over your favorite turtleneck in the cooler weather!

Shirts are $9 each (our cost) but additional contributions are always welcome. To order, click here.

Upcoming Events

SATURDAY, NOV. 25

Lake Dems and Moraine Township Democrats Hold Petition Event. 12-2pm, Highland Park. More.

TUESDAY, NOV. 28

Give a Pint, Get a Pint Blood Drive with State Senator Julie Morrison. 1-5:30pm, Northbrook. More.

For the complete list of Upcoming Events, go to lakedems.org/events. Click here to submit your event for consideration.

How Do I Join Lake County Democrats?

Lake County Democrats is made up of people like you, people who are passionate about building better communities and a better world. We’re a grassroots political organization, working with Democrats in all parts of Lake County – from Antioch to Highland Park, Libertyville to Waukegan, Barrington to Zion. Become a member online now (individual: $35/couples $60 – though more is always appreciated), or send a check payable to Lake County Democrats to P.O. Box 671, Lake Zurich, IL 60047. Questions? Contact info@lakedems.org.

Lake Dems Weekly Update: Have Petitions?

October 1, 2023

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

In this Issue: Lake Dems Petition Event: Lawyer Look-Over, Petition Turn-In, and Notary Party! ● November is Native American Heritage Month ● Lake County Democrats Attend Events Last Week ● It’s Not Too Late – Get Your Lake Dems Hat! ● Volunteer Spotlight ● ICYMI (In Case You Missed It) ● Upcoming Events

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Lake Dems Petition Event: Lawyer Look-Over, Petition Turn-In, and Notary Party!

This Sunday, November 5, from 2-4pm, completed petitions or statements of candidacy, including petitions for Precinct Committeeperson, will be looked over by attorneys trained in election law, notarized, and turned in to the candidates or the Clerk’s office (for Precinct Committeeperson petitions). All in one place and free of charge! Petitions for Democratic candidates, including for President Biden, will be available. For questions, email info@lakedems.org.

And since we’re meeting at a great Mexican restaurant, feel free to get some food and chat a bit with other Democrats who have been through the petition process. Sometimes it’s just nice to share experiences and words of encouragement. We’ve been there before and we’re all in it together.

November is Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month is observed in November to call attention to the culture, traditions, and achievements of the nation’s original inhabitants and of their descendants.

Click here to read more.

Lake County Democrats Attend Events Last Week

Live4Lali Masquerade Ball Fundraiser

Top photo: Lake County’s own State Representative Joyce Mason (far left) and State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart (far right) received Leadership Awards at the gala. In other photos: Lake County Democrats are joined by Live4Lali Founder Chelsea Laliberte Barnes at the event.

Lake Villa Township Dems Petition Drive

Thank you to all the volunteers who showed up, including those not pictured! Lake Villa Dems, in partnership with Indivisible Western Lake County Community, got roughly 1,000 petition signatures for candidates!

Petitions Notarized at Mary Edly-Allen’s Office

State Senator Mary Edly-Allen and State Representative Joyce Mason collect signed and notarized petitions at an event in Grayslake.

Democratic Party of Illinois Gala

Pictured above: Governor JB Pritzker with U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock; Democratic Party County Chairs from around the state, and Lake County Democratic leaders at the Democratic Party of Illinois Gala.

It’s Not Too Late – Get Your Lake Dems Hat!

Running errands, registering voters, or signing petitions? You need a Lake Dems hat and you can get one for $20 (close to our cost). Proceeds help Lake Dems elect more Democrats. Additional donations are always welcome.

You can pick up your hats or we’ll mail them for $5. Order your Lake Dems hat today: lakedems.org/hats

Volunteer Spotlight

Lake Dems is grateful for our many active volunteers. Click here if you’re interested in helping.

This week we recognize Laura O’Kane, a valuable member of our team who lends her command of the English language and exceptional proofreading skills to the Communications Committee and newsletter team. We are so appreciative of her support.

ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)

Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence

What the Pending UAW-Big 3 Deals Mean for Workers, Biden and the Economy

Obama Team Reuniting in Chicago to Mark 15th Anniversary of Historic Presidential Win

Upcoming Events

FRIDAY, NOV. 3

Sam Cunningham Mayoral Campaign Launch Party. 5:30-9pm, Waukegan. More.

SUNDAY, NOV. 5

Brushwood Center Presents Soundscapes: Visualizing the Healing Sounds of Nature.10am-3pm Monday-Thursday and Saturday; Sunday 1-3pm, Riverwoods. More.

Lake Dems Petition Event: Lawyer Look-Over, Petition Turn-In, and Notary Party! 2-4pm, Gurnee. More.

For the complete list of Upcoming Events, go to lakedems.org/events. Click here to submit your event for consideration.

How Do I Join Lake County Democrats?

Lake County Democrats is made up of people like you, people who are passionate about building better communities and a better world. We’re a grassroots political organization, working with Democrats in all parts of Lake County – from Antioch to Highland Park, Libertyville to Waukegan, Barrington to Zion. Become a member online now (individual: $35/couples $60 – though more is always appreciated), or send a check payable to Lake County Democrats to P.O. Box 671, Lake Zurich, IL 60047. Questions? Contact info@lakedems.org.

My Week in Springfield: A Tenth Dems Intern’s View

September 23, 2023

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By Matthew Sprenger

Over this past week, Tenth Dem interns were given a chance to take a field trip to our state capital, Springfield. (NOTE: To apply or request more information on becoming an intern, email us at info@tenthdems.org.) During the trip, we visited the Abraham Lincoln Library, as well as the Abraham Lincoln Museum. As we walked around these locations, interns were able to learn more about the history of our country during the Civil War and the personal life of one of our great leaders.

We were also able to tour the Illinois State Capitol building, including the Illinois House Chamber and a hearing room that once served as the Old Supreme Court. In the evening, interns attended numerous events around Springfield at which we met many Illinois elected officials, including Illinois Speaker of the House Chris Welch and Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.

In the morning, interns got an early start to help staff the Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association (IDCCA) Annual Brunch with 1,500 people in attendance. Interns checked people in, guided guests to their seats, and had the opportunity to hear from numerous prominent elected officials, including Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, and from Illinois, Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, and Governor JB Pritzker.

After the brunch, we attended the Governor’s Day picnic at the Illinois State Fair, where we had a remarkable opportunity to actually meet and briefly speak with Governor Pritzker.

Thank you to our volunteer tour guides who came with us to Springfield (though all of our interns who traveled were over 18) and to the other Lake Dems volunteers and elected officials who joined us. With so many of us in attendance, we presented a sea of our Lake Dems blue shirts* all over Springfield.

*Tenth Dems interns were wearing Lake Dems shirts because they volunteered at the Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association (IDCCA) Annual Brunch.

Tenth Dems Volunteers Attend Events to Support Democrats in Lake County

August 23, 2023

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Lake Dems and Tenth Dems interns lend a hand at a golf outing in support of Sheriff John Idleburg and Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega.

Lake County Dems, elected officials, and Democratic interns celebrate India Independence Day in Vernon Hills.

Lake Dems turned out in force for the Grayslake Summer Days parade.

Just another day at Lake Dems Headquarters in Waukegan! Collating canvass packets for our Connection Canvassing volunteers going door-to-door to speak to voters.

Tenth Dems University Continues Popular “Let’s Talk Politics” Series

July 19, 2023

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Tenth Dems University has been sponsoring Let’s Talk Politics events across the 10th Congressional District, most recently on July 15th in Waukegan and on July 25th in Highland Park. Both events were well-attended–the church “parlor” in Highland Park was filled to near-capacity with some 45 participants. Conversations were lively and ranged from local zoning issues to turning out voters to existential threats to our democracy.

The July 25th Let’s Talk Politics was co-sponsored by Lake County Democrats and Moraine Township Dems. Tenth Dems is looking forward to continuing this popular series in other 10th District locations. If you are interested in helping to bring Let’s Talk Politics to your community, email us at info@tenthdems.org.