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Harvard Offers a Free Course on the U.S. Constitution

Harvard is offering courses on the Constitution to help educate the public, support civic engagement, and make expert-led content available online.
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Ice Cream Social | Elgin Township Democrats

Join the Elgin Township Democrats for some ice cream creations and good conversation. Bring a friend who might be interested in getting involved. It's a great opportunity to meet fellow Dems.
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Huge Turnout at “Hands Off” Rally in Elgin

There were huge 1,000+ turnout at the “Hands Off” rally held in Elgin on Saturday, April 5, 2025!
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Carl Strathmann, candidate for Elgin Township Board Trustee

I feel seniors, that are living in some of the communities, would like more fellowship with their peers, and that there’s a lot more that we can do to help with that good community building.
Lois Swatscheno

Lois Swatscheno, candidate for Elgin Township Board Clerk

After the 2016 election I couldn't just sit back anymore, and you know, take things that were happening for granted. I had to do something about it.
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Electronics Recycling | Elgin Township Forward

Well, we'll take them off your hands! Just make a small donation to Elgin Township Forward!
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Vote YES! Keep Kane County Safe. It’s Common Cents!

Instead of putting the burden of rising costs of doing business onto property owners, the sales tax allows non-Kane residents to help keep funding levels adequate, making it easier on Kane County families.
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Elgin Township Forward Final Phone-Banking Push

Help Elgin Township Forward retake the township offices to ensure that ALL residents of Elgin Township are treated FAIRLY, EQUALLY and PROFESSIONALLY.
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Elgin Township Democrats “Hands Off Rally”

Bring signs or props Make your message visible! (Ideas: "HANDS OFF MEDICAID!," "HANDS OFF OUR DATA!", "HANDS OFF DEMOCRACY!", "HANDS OFF SCHOOLS!")
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Janice Bennett, candidate for Elgin Township Board Trustee

I am not a professional politician. I'm down to earth. I have empathy for people who are struggling, and I think I could be an asset to the Elgin Township Board.
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Juan Silva, candidate for Elgin Township Board Trustee

I'm running as a trustee because I think I can make a little bit of difference in serving the community and bringing out the word about the township a little bit more.
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Wonderful Turnout at the ETD March Meeting

Thank you to everyone who turned out for our March meeting! It was wonderful to see such a large and energized crowd who want to help us make a stronger Elgin Township!