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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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Michael Bissett published Candidate’s Financial Disclosure Guide in Resources 2022-03-17 08:03:32 -0500
Candidate’s Financial Disclosure Guide
The Illinois State Board of Elections provides a very good guide to campaign disclosure, which you can find here!
Two important takeaways that all campaigns should know:
- Any committee that makes an expenditure for any kind of communication directed at voters and mentioning the name of a candidate in the next upcoming election must ensure that the communication clearly identifies the committee as having paid for it. This disclosure is not required if the item is too small to contain it (like a button).
Using the phrase "Paid for by Committee Name" on all your material - such as signs, walk pieces, websites, flyers, etc. - will satisfy this requirement.
- All political committees must include specific language on all literature and advertisements that solicit funds. If you are asking for donations on a fundraiser flyer, on a fundraising email or letter, or have a donate button in an email or on your website, the following must be included: “A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections is (or will be) available on the Board’s official website (www.elections.il.gov) or for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois.”
The above applies even if you have not reached the $5,000 raised or spent level that requires you to report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.
- Any committee that makes an expenditure for any kind of communication directed at voters and mentioning the name of a candidate in the next upcoming election must ensure that the communication clearly identifies the committee as having paid for it. This disclosure is not required if the item is too small to contain it (like a button).
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Meetings & Socials
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 06:30 PMLa Mega Premium Michoacana - Taqueria in Crystal Lake, ILDistrict Two Democratic Roundtable
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DISTRICT 2 DEMOCRATIC ROUNDTABLE
Special topic: the Home Rule Referendum!
"Roundtable" -- an opportunity for frank Democratic talk about events and issues of the day. If you're a Democrat or Democrat-curious and live in District 2 (covering a big swath of the south end of Crystal Lake, and Lake In The Hills), then you're most cordially invited to join us.
The venue features scrumptious Mexican food and desserts.
WHEN: Thursday, August 20th, 2026 -- 6:30 to 8:00 pm
WHERE: La Mega Premium Michoacana - Taqueria, 19 Berkshire Drive, Unit D, Crystal Lake (SW corner of Berkshire & Virginia)
See all Meetings & townhallsWednesday, August 26, 2026 at 01:00 PMIBEW Local 196 Hall in Huntley, ILHuntley Area Democrats August Meeting
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All Democrats are cordially invited to the August 2026 meeting of the Huntley Area Democrats, covering both Kane and McHenry Counties.
WHEN: Wednesday August 26th, 2026 -- 1:00 to 3:00 pm
WHERE: IBEW Hall - Training Hall - 13300 Illinois Route 47, HuntleyPlease join us for a detailed discussion of our campaign strategy for the November election.
The IBEW Hall is located in front of the Jewel, just south of the Wendy's, and north of the Taco Bell. You can enter the building either on the west or the east sides.
Donations to the Grafton Food Pantry will be most gratefully accepted.
For more information, please reach out to [email protected].
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Privacy Policy
Read MoreThe Democratic Party of McHenry County is a local political organization, operating in and for the benefit of Democratic Party members in McHenry County and the State of Illinois. Our website is https://www.mchenrydems.org. The website is used for informational and campaign purposes, including soliciting donations, and promotion of the party and its candidates.
This page is used to inform website visitors regarding our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information of anyone who uses our website.
If you choose to use our website, then you agree to the collection and use of information in relation to this policy. The Personal Information that we collect is used for providing and improving the website and our services. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.
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Calendar of Events
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 05:30 PM820 on the AM dial, and streaming live at heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820 or on FacebookPeter Janko explains the Illinois Care Initiative on The Patti Vasquez Show
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Peter Janko explains the Illinois Care Initiative on The Patti Vasquez Show
WHEN: Thursday, August 20th, 2026 -- 5:30 to 6:00 pm
WHERE: 820 on the AM dial, and streaming live at heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820 or on FacebookThe awesome Peter Janko, our Democratic candidate for state representative in the 69th district, joins Patti Vasquez on her drive-time slot on WCPT, to talk about the health care reform we so urgently need.
Pete writes: "What if Illinois could pursue genuine healthcare reform without waiting for Washington, and without starting with a predetermined answer? Pete Janko joins Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez to reveal the idea behind the Illinois Care Initiative and why he believes the path toward universal healthcare may not begin in Washington at all.
"What if the people who actually live with the healthcare system helped design its future instead of leaving that job primarily to insurance and pharmaceutical industry lobbyists and consultants? What if Illinois could start now, learn from what other states got right and wrong, and build reform one step at a time? Genuine healthcare reform. Designed by the people, for the people."
Listen live at 820 on your AM dial, or stream the program at heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820 or on Facebook.
Follow Patti Vasquez on Facebook.
Visit Pete at pete4illinois.com or on Facebook. Visit the Illinois Care Initiative at healthcare4illinois.com or on Facebook.
See all EventsThursday, August 20, 2026 at 06:30 PMLa Mega Premium Michoacana - Taqueria in Crystal Lake, ILDistrict Two Democratic Roundtable
RSVPDISTRICT 2 DEMOCRATIC ROUNDTABLE
Special topic: the Home Rule Referendum!
"Roundtable" -- an opportunity for frank Democratic talk about events and issues of the day. If you're a Democrat or Democrat-curious and live in District 2 (covering a big swath of the south end of Crystal Lake, and Lake In The Hills), then you're most cordially invited to join us.
The venue features scrumptious Mexican food and desserts.
WHEN: Thursday, August 20th, 2026 -- 6:30 to 8:00 pm
WHERE: La Mega Premium Michoacana - Taqueria, 19 Berkshire Drive, Unit D, Crystal Lake (SW corner of Berkshire & Virginia)
