Champaign County Seniors Forum: Retirement Security for Illinoisans

On Thursday, July 26th, Champaign County candidates for state representative will face the issues that matter to seniors in Illinois. Organized by seniors and the people who work beside them, this forum is our opportunity to hear what candidates are willing to do to ensure that every Illinoisans can age with independence and dignity. The … Continue reading Champaign County Seniors Forum: Retirement Security for Illinoisans

Rally with Faith Groups on July 11 to End Family Separations

On July 11 Bend the Arc:CU along with several other faith based groups will hold a rally in front of the Champaign County Courthouse, 101 E Main St, Urbana.  We will be protesting the practice of removing parents from families leaving children vulnerable.  Come hear short speeches from faith leaders and then march with us … Continue reading Rally with Faith Groups on July 11 to End Family Separations

Canvassing Training Available July 8 – Learn How To Help the Candidates

As noted in an earlier post, canvassing is highly effective at GOTV - getting out the vote.  However many people are unsure about how to do it or even what's involved.  Now training on canvassing is available. The "Elect Cindy Cunningham for State Representative" campaign is hosting a canvass training workshop for anybody interested in … Continue reading Canvassing Training Available July 8 – Learn How To Help the Candidates

Candidate Profile: Darlene Kloeppel is running for County Executive

What does a County Executive do?  Learn a bit about this new county office and the candidates running for the position in November 2018, including a profile of Democratic candidate Darlene Kloeppel. WHAT'S A COUNTY EXECUTIVE? When Champaign County elects a full-time county executive next November it will become only the second county in Illinois … Continue reading Candidate Profile: Darlene Kloeppel is running for County Executive