At their regular meeting, Tuesday, February 18, 2026, the Carroll County Democrats, by a unanimous vote, decided to sponsor a “No Kings” demonstration, to be held on Saturday, March 28, from noon to 3:00 p.m. The group will assemble next to the Dental Office on Main Street in Savanna,
Letter to the Editor: Julie Bickelhaupt Is the Republican Who Can Win As Republicans, we have an important choice to make in this primary. If we want to defeat Eric Sorensen in November [2026], we must nominate a candidate who reflects our values and has a record to prove
On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, State Representative Ryan Spain gave the following statement after the conclusion of Governor JB Pritzker’s combined State of the State and Budget Address, in Springfield, IL. “JB Pritzker and Democrats want to gloss over their own actions, which have cost Illinois taxpayers over $16
On Friday, February 20, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled–in a six-to-three decision–that President Donald Trump’s tariff scheme is illegal without Congressional authorization. The President’s use of an emergency law to universally impose steep tariffs on U. S. trading partners was struck down. These Justices voted against invalidating the tariffs:
Currently in Illinois Voting By Mail and Early Voting are taking place, in advance of the General Primary Election, on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Holly Kim, one of four Candidates for State of Illinois Comptroller, welcomes voters’ questions and conversation, on Friday, February 20, 2026, beginning at 3:00 p.m.,
Editor’s note: Mark Guethle is the President of the Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association (IDCCA), and was elected to the position in June 2024. On Saturday, January 31, 2026, the Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association (IDCCA) voted to adopt two binding resolutions, to guide the purpose and direction of
At their regular meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Carroll County Democratic Central Committee decided to provide information on their preferred candidates for the U. S. Senate. The top three contenders for retiring Senator Dick Durbin are Congresswoman Robin Kelly; Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi; Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton. The
On Thursday, January 15, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced that he has signed on as a Co-sponsor of Articles of Impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. He was among the first 50 Democrats in the House of Representatives to hold Secretary Noem accountable, for her leadership of
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement, on Thursday, January 8, 2026, after voting in favor of Legislation to help millions of Americans afford their health insurance. “Too many families are forced to bankrupt themselves to afford basic health care to keep themselves healthy,” said Congressman Sorensen. “For
Dan Kovats, wrote this essay. Donald J. Trump campaigned on being the “peace” President. Now, he is dragging us into a costly military action in Venezuela, to distract from skyrocketing health care costs and the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. However, know this, Trump’s strikes on Venezuela are
On Saturday, January 3, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen released this statement on U. S. Military action in Venezuela, that resulted in the capture of Leader Nicolás Maduro. “Maduro was a corrupt and illegitimate leader and must face justice. I am thankful every American service member returned home safe,” said Congressman
Arthur C. Donart, Ph. D., submitted this essay. Much attention has been focused on the cost of health care insurance. Why? Because the Republican Party PASSED President Trump’s “Big beautiful bill,”–which continued big tax breaks for the wealthy, which were to expire in January 2026. To partially offset the
This essay was written by Arthur Donart, Ph. D. I remember long ago, when doctors made “house calls” to treat patients. They would take your temperature, pulse, and respiration and then stick a tongue depressor in your mouth and shine a light down your throat. After that, they would
Editor’s note: The letter comes ahead of U. S.-China trade talks, between President Trump and President Xi of China. The men are scheduled to discuss U. S. soybean and agricultural exports. The letter is endorsed by the Illinois Soybean Association and the Illinois Farm Bureau. Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17)
Election Day is Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Kevin Ryan, a Marine Corps veteran and public school Teacher in Chicago, IL, launched his bid for the U. S. Senate in Illinois. He is running to fill the U. S. Senate seat currently held by Dick Durbin, who announced he would