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Michael Bissett
If we don't fight hard enough for the things we stand for,
at some point we have to recognize that we don't really stand for them. — PAUL WELLSTONE
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Calendar of Events
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 06:00 PMOnlineTired of Book Bans? Run for Office !
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Tired of book bans? It might be time to learn more about running for office! Local officeholders - like school board members - can make an enormous impact on policy and on people's lives. Run for Something Action Fund supports young, diverse progressives who want to step up and lead in their communities.
Join us online at 6:00 PM on Tuesday April 30th.
During this webinar, our team will talk about running for office and share resources on how you can prepare to run. There will be time for Q&A at the end of the call, and within 1-2 days after the webinar, you will receive links to online resources to learn more about how to run for office.
Special Guest: Charisse Davis is a former Cobb County School Board member and 2018 RFS alumni, as well as an experienced educator and mother of two. After obtaining a Masters of Library and Information Science, she became a library media specialist and taught students in grades K through 6. She has recently obtained her specialist in education degree and serves the public as a youth services librarian.
See all EventsTuesday, April 30, 2024 at 07:00 PM · 44 RSVPsMcHenry County College in Crystal Lake, ILVacancies in Nomination Slating Meeting
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Calling all elected and appointed PC's! A special meeting is being called to fill vacancies on the ballot.
Nominations in vacancies occur when no Democrat files in the primary for a race. In this situation, our DPMC CC Constitution (which can be found on our website) requires that any candidate who wishes to be slated present their credentials to the Executive Board. The Board then votes to make a recommendation to nominate to the Central Committee. All individuals recommended by the Executive Board for caucus shall appear before the Central Committee, whose members shall decide by a majority of the weighted vote who shall be nominated for office.
Following this procedure, the Executive Board has met and will make recommendations to the Central Committee for nomination. A special meeting has been set for Tuesday, April 30th at 7:00pm for this purpose. At the start of the meeting, the Oath of Office will be administered to any elected or appointed PC's in attendance who require it.
Because a quorum is required, it is of the utmost importance that Precinct Committeepersons be in attendance at this meeting. Please RSVP to let us know if we will achieve a quorum.
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Voter Information
Voter Information for local elections
provided by the Democratic Party of McHenry County- Early Voting Locations & Times
- Vote by Mail
- Sample Ballot Locator
- Permanent Vote By Mail Application
- Are you registered?
- Register to vote
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Vote by Mail
It's available now! Click here to find out more about the Application to Vote by Mail.
Click on the box to fill out the application for a vote-by-mail ballot FOR THIS ELECTION ONLY!
Permanent Vote By Mail applications are available. Please see the next Question or click here for a link to the PERMANENT VOTE BY MAIL APPLICATION
How do I arrange to Vote By Mail, also known as VBM?
The first step for voting by mail is to request a ballot by filling out an application and then submitting it to the McHenry County Clerk. Click on the box above to fill out the online application. Print it out, sign, and date it. This is very important! Then:
- Mail it to the McHenry County Clerk, 2200 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock, IL 60098 so that it is received no later than 5 days before election day.
For the March 19, 2024 election, it must be received by March 14, 2024, OR - Scan and email the application to [email protected] by March 14.
You must fill in your PRECINCT on the form. Be sure to check your precinct by going to the Are You Registered? question on this page below. Checking your registration will give you all your District Information!
Do I need to request a Vote By Mail Ballot for every election?
Yes, unless you choose to join a Permanent Vote By Mail Roster and have your ballots sent directly to your preferred address ahead of every election. This form must be returned no later than 5 days before any election.
When can I request (apply for) a VBM ballot?
Good news! Registered voters can apply online right now. If you live in McHenry County, apply by clicking on the box above.
When will I receive my VBM ballot?
Thursday, February 8th is the first day for the Clerk's office to mail VBM ballots. After February 8th, the McHenry County Clerk must mail the ballot to you within two business days of receiving the application. The Clerk is asking you to allow 5 days for the USPS to deliver your ballot. We recommend mailing your application as soon as possible to be sure you receive your ballot before election day.
What if I get a VBM ballot and then decide I want to vote in person?
Easy. Just bring your VBM ballot and envelope to your polling place once in-person voting begins, return them to an election judge, and request a regular ballot to vote then and there. Having the VBM ballot in hand before the polls are open for in-person voting, ensures that if you’d rather not leave home, you can still vote. Remember we need your vote!
What’s the deadline for dropping off or mailing my ballot?
Vote-by-mail ballots must be returned or postmarked no later than election day, March 19th. VBM ballots can be returned by either the voter or any person authorized by the voter, or by a licensed delivery company. Ballots can be delivered to a drop box or to the Clerk's office prior to the polls closing at 7 pm. If mailed, they must be postmarked by March 19th.
A dropbox is installed at:
McHENRY COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
667 Ware Rd., Woodstock
Ballot Drop Box Available 24 hrs in the parking lot.Additionally, there are drop boxes available inside the voting room of the following early voting locations. Note: NOT ALL EARLY VOTING LOCATIONS WILL HAVE A DROPBOX FOR VBM BALLOTS! Please see the Q&A "EARLY VOTING" for exact locations and hours. Dropboxes are available at the following locations during early voting hours at:
- Algonquin Township Building 6B
- Lake in the Hills Village Hall
- McHenry Township Office
- McHenry City Hall
What if there's a problem with my VBM ballot when the county clerk receives it?
The county clerk is required to notify you of any problems with your ballot within 48 hours of receiving it.
What if I requested a VBM ballot but don't receive it by Election Day?
Go to your polling place on Election Day. Ask to fill out an affidavit stating that you never received the VBM ballot. You can then vote. REFUSE TO VOTE PROVISIONALLY.
What if I returned a VBM ballot to the Clerk but they have not received it by Election Day?
Go to your polling place on Election Day. Ask to fill out an affidavit stating that you returned the VBM ballot and the election authority did not receive it. You can then vote. REFUSE TO VOTE PROVISIONALLY.
What if I still have questions about VBM?
You can email the Democratic Party of McHenry County at [email protected] or call us at 847-906-1559.
VBM Tips
- Do not initial the ballot!
- It is ok to undervote, which means to leave a question blank or to only vote for one candidate even though you can vote for two. Your ballot will still count. For example, if there is no Democrat running or there is only one Democrat running, only vote for the Democratic candidate.
- Sign your name as you signed it when you registered to vote.
- Make sure your envelope is sealed!
- Mail it to the McHenry County Clerk, 2200 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock, IL 60098 so that it is received no later than 5 days before election day.
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The Blue Wave depends on you!
Destiny is on our side. The facts are on our side. Now, we need you on our side.
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Michael Bissett published County Convention Nominating Petitions in Resources 2020-04-05 22:10:48 -0500
County Convention Nominating Petitions
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When you stay home, someone else makes your decisions for you.
So if you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, vote.
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Michael Bissett published A warning from Alexander Hamilton in The way forward 2019-12-24 13:23:31 -0600
The truth unquestionably is, that the only path to a subversion of the republican system of the Country is, by flattering the prejudices of the people, and exciting their jealousies and apprehensions, to throw affairs into confusion, and bring on civil commotion. Tired at length of anarchy, or want of government, they may take shelter in the arms of monarchy for repose and security.Those then, who resist a confirmation of public order, are the true Artificers of monarchy—not that this is the intention of the generality of them. Yet it would not be difficult to lay the finger upon some of their party who may justly be suspected.
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Picnic Dish
The Democratic Party will provide grilled meats and veggie burgers, condiments, plates and utensils. Please consider bringing a dish to pass to make this picnic a success. You are also encouraged to bring a donation of printer/copy paper for Turning Point shelter. Thanks!
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Fundraisers & Campaign Events
Sunday, May 05, 2024 at 12:00 PMTangie's Kitchen in Cary, ILMeet and Greet the Candidates at Tangie’s
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Soul food can be hard to find in McHenry County, so you won't want to miss our Candidates Meet n Greet at Tangie's Kitchen at noon on Sunday, May 5th.
Come on out and chat with Theresa Meshes, running for re-election to the county board in District 1; Kelli Wegener, current board member in District 5 and now running county-wide for Chair of the board; Mary Mahady, McHenry Township Assessor and running for State Representative in District 63; Rester Dogboe, our candidate for county board in District 3; and Brian Meyers, our candidate for county board in District 4.
Tangie's is the creation of our very own Tangie Taylor, "specializes in comfort food, BBQ, soul food, fried chicken, and burgers," and delivers. It's got a full menu, and for this event we're planning some scrumptious samplers -- wings, mac n cheese, greens, cornbread, and more.
Tangie's is at 3106 Three Oaks Road in Cary, on the north side just east of Route 14. See you there!
See all GatheringsSaturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00 AMPrivate ResidenceDistrict Two Campaign Coffeeklatsch
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Please join us for coffee with our Democratic candidates in District Two – John Collins and Kelli Wegener, and Gloria Van Hof. It’s on Saturday, May 11th, from 11 am to noon, at a private residence in Crystal Lake. Please RSVP and we'll send you the address.
Kelli Wegener has been a member of the McHenry County Board since 2018, and is running county-wide for McHenry County Board Chair. She's a public servant, mother, wife, and financial professional dedicated to practical, moderate progress for McHenry County. With her record of bipartisanship, collaboration and transparency, she is prepared to serve all McHenry County residents as Chairperson. Visit Kelli’s campaign website, contribute to her campaign, and follow her on Facebook.
John Collins previously served on the McHenry County Board and is running here in District 2. When he's elected, we'll be the first district to be represented solely by Democrats ! In his previous tenure on the board, he promoted the expansion of Ride McHenry County, voted to reduce the board's size, supported the creation of Advanced McHenry County and worked on the Randall Road expansion project. A small business owner, he describes himself as "fiscally responsible, community focused." Visit John’s campaign website, contribute to his campaign, and follow him on Facebook.
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Campaign Boot Camp
Read MoreNobody builds smart, effective grassroots political organizations like the Illinois Democratic County Chairs' Association. One important key to our building efforts is our annual Candidate Boot Camp, put on in conjunction with the National Democratic Training Committee's Blue Bench Training Program.
Registration is now open for this amazing three-day intensive training that will take place on May 17th - 19th at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield.
This year's training will be better than ever. There will be three tracks:
Track 1 - Candidate Training is for candidates and potential candidates who are involved with their county party.
Track 2 - Staff Training is for anyone wishing to take on a staff role in a campaign, preferably for a local, countywide or County Board race.
Track 3 - Local Party Training / County Chairs Training is for County Chairs. If there is room, applications from precinctpersons will be considered.
You must apply by April 26, 2019.
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