Local elections are a critical part of civic engagement and provide citizens the opportunity to have their voices heard in the political process from the earliest stages. Chicago’s local government has historically been vital to the lives and needs of all its residents, and yet local elections–and especially primary elections–tend to have very low turnout rates.

In anticipation of the Illinois primary election set for June 28, 2022, join us for a virtual, nonpartisan panel conversation about the importance of voting, voting access, and voting rights. Panelists include representatives from the Chicago Board of Elections, the American Civil Liberties Union, and others to provide both an historical and contemporary analysis of the current state of voting rights in Illinois and throughout the United States.

This event is free of charge; we would greatly appreciate a donation to the Museum in any amount. A Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Panelists

Max Bever, Director of Public Information, Chicago Board of Elections

@maxrbever

Rebecca Glenberg, Senior Civil Liberties Staff Counsel of the Roger Baldwin Foundation of ACLU of Illinois

@rglenberg

This event is the second of four in our Civic Season series, which includes Flag Day, Juneteenth, and Independence Day. The Civic Series is presented in partnership with Made by Us and made possible thanks to the generous support of the National Endowment for the Humanities and AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate.