Spotlight Elevate Engage
Park Ridge, IL, civic organization focused on local government. We endorse candidates, highlight issues, register voters. Website: SpotlightEE.org
- How do you help kids cope with a scary world? We asked our local library, and they gave us a list of 20+ books that tackle tough subjects, like deportation, food insecurity and gun violence. Find the list here: spotlightee.org/kids-books-o... Can’t find what you’re looking for? Ask a librarian!
- With “undecided” still leading in the polls for the Illinois Senate seat (to replace Dick Durbin) and 19 candidates still in the race for IL-9 (to fill Jan Schakowsky’s seat) we are sure people have LOTS of questions. Drop them in the form for @WBEZ. The Illinois Primary is March 17.
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- Reposted by Spotlight Elevate EngagePromising news - and another good reason to donate to the Midwest Immigration Bond Fund if you can. Mibfc.org
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- Capacity crowd at the US House, IL-9 candidate forum sponsored by Citizen Action Illinois. We were proud to join as a co-sponsor. Watch the recording on YouTube, @SpotlightEE. Run time: 1 h: 48 m. List of candidates to follow. 1/2
- Reposted by Spotlight Elevate EngageNo one, including federal agents, is above the law, and we intend to hold them accountable. We launched a Plate Watch Hotline to crack down on illegal swapping of state-issued license plates and keep communities safe. Contact (312) 814-1730 or platewatch@ilsos.gov to report.
- Voters have lots of choices in the race to fill U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky’s seat. Hear from some of the Democratic candidates at this forum happening on Oct. 21 in Skokie. #9thDistrictUSHouse #CitizenActionIllinois
- Livestream at www.facebook.com/CitizenActio...
- Glad to see this independent news source is making it even easier to keep up with what’s happening in Chicago. Thank you @blockclubchi.bsky.social
- Block Club Chicago has launched a WhatsApp channel focused on Chicago immigration news. blockclubchi.co/47r4SXN
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- The children are watching what is happening in our Chicago communities right now. This is a thoughtful post from brownbooksandpaintbrushes.org on age-appropriate ways to talk to our children. www.instagram.com/p/DPXZRBAEa1...
- People have been talking a lot lately about due process. Here’s a great explanation for anyone who wants to better understand what that means. #KnowYourRights #DueProcess youtube.com/watch?v=metN...
- He’s still at it! Our Park Ridge, IL, neighbor organized his first-ever protest a few months ago and has been getting people to show up ever since. Next up: No Kings, Oct. 18, noon -1:30 PM, Park Ridge, Touhy from Summit to Six Corners. #NoKings #ParkRidgeProtest #RetireesfortheWin
- #parkridge A great peaceful protest in Park Ridge, IL, last weekend—organized by a first-time protestor.
- More non-profit newsrooms looking for photos of ICE activities in Chicago. #ICEinChicago #NonprofitNews
- Reposted by Spotlight Elevate EngageKnow your rights, Illinois. Stay safe and stay informed.
- Have a video of ICE action in Chicago and don’t know where to share it? Here are some Chicago newsrooms that have banded together. They’re also a great source for local coverage. We also like @chicagopublicsquare.com which offers a roundup of Chicago stories by local and national journalists.
- #Chicago #Chicagojournalists Looking for coverage of ICE & National Guard in Chicago? Try these sources. Chicago residents: consider sharing your video with these journalists. Have seen great articles recently from @injusticewatch.org @blockclubchi.bsky.social and @borderlessmag.bsky.social
- This is a great, comprehensive site with info on where to turn for free or low-cost legal assistance, how to create a short-term guardianship of a minor, answers to frequently asked questions, and more. Illinoisimmigrationinfo.org #illinoisimmigration #knowyourrights
- Things feel uncertain right now, Illinois. I want you all to know we’re doing everything we can to protect your rights. Make sure you know how to stand up for yourself and others at illinoisimmigrationinfo.org.
- We talked to Operation Swing State co-founder Patrick Hanley about the impact of Project 2025. He shared where he’s finding common ground as he campaigns for Illinois State Senate, plus tips for how to stay engaged without burning out. Find the full interview on YouTube here: tinyurl.com/2p9kb4vj
- Some great resources here from @injusticewatch.org. We have come to rely on their judicial guides. Now they have other helpful resources all in one place—including a guide to immigration court that you can republish for free.
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- Who you vote for for local office matters. After reports that Mt. Prospect officials broke Illinois law by sharing data on undocumented immigrants from a license plate reader system, a trustee in neighboring Arlington Heights spoke out. Hear her comments at 4:12. 1/2 www.youtube.com/live/huCpk7V...
- Learn more about the case here: apnews.com/article/abor...
- Protest this Saturday organized by a local resident.
- One person can make a difference. What are you doing?
- Free online courses from Harvard! We especially like, “We the People: Civic Engagement in a Constitutional Democracy.”
- This is an excellent primer on state supreme courts. If you’re confused about how judicial Supreme Court elections work in Illinois, this is a good place to start.
- #parkridge A great peaceful protest in Park Ridge, IL, last weekend—organized by a first-time protestor.
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- Election results: 10/12 endorsed candidates won—the Park Ridge mayor, an alderperson and all 8 of our first-time candidates for D65 & D207 school boards (beating out 3 incumbents). We are a small community group operating on a shoestring budget. If we can do it, so can you.
- We love engaged voters!
- Welcome new followers! Will follow back soon. Our volunteer group is busy getting the word out on our endorsed candidates for school board & city offices here in Hillary Clinton’s hometown, Park Ridge, IL. If you’re doing similar work (or are a like-minded local) let us know. Would love to connect!
- You are the keepers of your stories and your history. Tell them. Keep them alive.
- Making scholarships taxable is a perverse attack on the American Dream. We believe in opportunity for all. This isn’t it.
- A great way to support your local library and your community.
- Know your rights.
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