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Illinois Primary Voting Begins Today. As ‪LGBT‬ citizens in other states are battling for their basic rights, the successes we’ve worked so hard for in Illinois were built on the fact that our community and our allies have voted for officials who represent us. And, we have more work to do locally and nationally. Be

The Equality Illinois Political Action Committee supports Susana Mendoza for the Democratic nomination for State Comptroller and the re-election of 24 incumbent state legislators who have supported measures advancing LGBT equality in Illinois. EI PAC, the political arm of Equality Illinois, is the only statewide organization dedicated to securing and defending the rights of LGBT

The Equality Illinois Political Action Committee (Equality Illinois PAC) today reminds voters of its endorsement of the re-election of Mayor Rahm Emanuel. The Equality Illinois PAC also recommends votes for Ald. James Cappleman (46th Ward) and candidate Raymond Lopez (15th Ward) in Chicago and Springfield Alderman Cory Jobe (6th Ward). In reiterating the endorsement of

The Equality Illinois Political Action Committee (Equality Illinois PAC) is endorsing the re-election of Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel in the February 24 municipal election. The Equality Illinois PAC also endorses the re-election of four incumbent LGBT aldermen in Chicago and Springfield. “Mayor Emanuel has been a leader on LGBT issues in Chicago, and that’s why

The people of Illinois have spoken, giving Bruce Rauner the chance to lead. As do all Illinoisans, we hope that as Bruce Rauner turns to governing he will recognize that he serves everyone in the state, including LGBT individuals and their families, and the clear majority of Illinoisans who support LGBT equality. As Mr. Rauner

As we await the election results, a big THANK YOU to everyone who voted and most especially to everyone who gave their time, money and energy in this election to fight to ensure that the voices of LGBT Illinoisans were heard. You’ve knocked on countless doors and phoned tens of thousands of voters; you marched

The polls are open today, November 4, 6 AM to 7 PM for the General Election Check your voter registration status and find your local polling place HERE: Same-day voter registration and voting is available at limited locations: In Chicago, Cook County Suburbs, and throughout Illinois at Local Election Authorities. EQIL PAC ENDORSEMENTS

Equality Illinois is condemning Republican nominee for governor Bruce Rauner and the Illinois Republican Party for attacking a rival candidate for supporting marriage equality and women’s rights. The campaign tactic was funded by Rauner despite his protestations that he has no social agenda, Crain’s Chicago Business reported Friday. A flyer and robocalls put out by

Phone banks in the Equality Illinois offices are working into the night identifying voters and urging them to get to the polls to elect pro-equality candidates. The Equality Illinois Political Action Committee supports candidates from both sides of the aisle who have proven to be champions of LGBT equality. Here is a list of our

EARLY VOTING IS OPEN THIS WEEKEND IN ILLINOIS Many Early Voting polling places in Chicago, the suburbs and throughout Illinois have weekend voting hours. This important election will determine our state leadership and the makeup of the Illinois General Assembly. Make sure your voice is heard. Check out your local Early Voting polling place and

EARLY VOTING starts Monday throughout Illinois. Community polling places are open, and, in many locations, later hours and weekend times make voting easier than ever. VOTE BY MAIL is also available to all voters. This important election will determine our state leadership and the makeup of the Illinois General Assembly, and we have to protect