For today’s primary elections, we are selecting the Illinois state officials, Cook County officials and judges who will run in the general elections in November. Polls close at 7 p.m.
What’s the difference between the primary and general elections? I don’t know, but here’s an educational piece from the United States Department of State that can tell you more.
Can I be totally and completely honest? The ONLY reason why I vote is because I know what black people had to overcome in order to get that right. I do understand the power of politics (if you are rich) and I do know that our votes make a difference here in Chicago but I don’t know how. Can somebody enlighten me, please?
Most importantly, though, I do know that you should exercise your right to vote because your vote is your voice.
Here are more resources for you:
Need more information? Contact the Chicago Board of Elections at 312.269.7900 or the Cook County Clerk’s Office at (312) 603-5656.
One More Thing
I’d like to thank Ms. Joan, the Freedom of Information Act Officer at the Chicago Board of Elections, for responding my request for information in a timely manner. She was most helpful and greatly appreciated.
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