Democratic Party of Illinois
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Senate Republicans unanimously killed Senator Duckworth's proposal to expand IVF coverage for military families. Trump promised to make IVF completely free. Like countless other promises, it turned out to be a complete lie. So much for being the “pro-family” party.
G.O.P. Kills Bid to Expand I.V.F. Access in the Military
In a notable shift, Republican senators voted unanimously against a proposal to expand the military’s coverage of fertility treatments.
nytimes.com
🚨ATTENTION VOTERS🚨 Today, my office launched an election resource hub to help you get ready for Election Day. Voters should rest assured that in Illinois, we are focused on facilitating, not limiting, access to the ballot box: tinyurl.com/2pfb93en
November 3rd is fast approaching, and we need all hands on deck to get across the finish line! Head to ildems.com/vote and apply for a mail-in ballot today!
ILLINOIS! Today is the first day to apply for a Vote-By-Mail ballot for the 2026 Midterm Election on November 3. Voting by mail is quick, safe, and easy! 📬 Applications are available for request through October 29 and can be returned by mail or in person to your local election authority.
🎉It’s official: Since the launch of our coordinated campaign Organize Illinois 2026 in June, we’ve knocked over 100,000 doors! With over 100 youth fellows, 20 field offices across the state, and over 600 community events hosted, we’re building the movement that will win in November.
I joined @duckworth.senate.gov & the entire Senate Democratic Caucus in calling on the Trump Administration to remove their Medicaid red tape requirements, which will lead to Americans losing access to health care they need.
During the 2025 municipal elections, we flipped townships, swept races, and elected Democrats to local offices. Now, we’re getting ready to do it again. Join us, @ildcca.bsky.social, and attorney @edmullen3.bsky.social to kick off the 2027 municipal cycle with a training on petition circulation.
This is Jim Marter’s fourth time running for IL-14. Still an election denier. Still without a plan to make life more affordable. Still has not shown up for a single working family in our community. But sure. Maybe the fourth time's the charm.
For the 3rd time, I am filing to oppose the Trump administration’s illegal tariffs. I'll continue this fight as long as the administration attempts to force its tariffs upon American consumers and businesses: tinyurl.com/342c2ben
Families shouldn’t have to deprive their kids of the necessities for the school year due to rising costs. We listened to parents — and the state is stepping up. Starting Friday for ten days, shoppers will pay zero state sales tax on essentials like clothing and school supplies.
🔷 Wed. August 12th Have you ever canvassed? Need a refresher or would like to learn? This is a great opportunity! The @illinoisdems.bsky.social will be providing canvass training. Learn best practices for how to knock on doors and talk to our neighbors. Info/RSVP ⬇️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
‼️ Illinois Democrats, we've got some BIG NEWS‼️ Maryland Governor @iamwesmoore.bsky.social is headlining our Annual Gala on September 10 at Navy Pier's AON Ballroom! This year's theme is United We Stand, and we can't think of a better voice to bring it home.
Mark your calendars – the Midterm Election is coming up on November 3rd, 2026! 🗳️ Our rights, our freedoms, and our livelihoods are on the line, and Democratic candidates up and down the ballot are fighting not only to protect them—but to build a better future.
On the 61st anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, I joined my brothers and sisters in calling on Congress to protect and strengthen these vital programs, while continuing the fight for a universal health care system that guarantees quality, affordable care for everyone.
Today, I joined Citizen Action Illinois’s Anniversary for Medicare and Medicaid event alongside healthcare advocates and Representatives Jesús García, Mike Quigley, Bill Foster, and Lauren Underwood to celebrate these vital programs and reaffirm our commitment to protecting them from harmful cuts.
As Illinoisans face devastating storms, Trump is withholding FEMA funds hostage to bully states into complying with his immigration agenda and electoral overreach. IL Dems are fighting to bring relief to families, including AG @kwameraoul.bsky.social suing for the release of these funds.
IL among dozens of states to sue Trump admin. after it put conditions on receiving disaster funding
More than two dozen states, including Illinois, on Thursday sued the Trump administration for requiring them to comply with election and immigration conditions to receive billions of dollars in federa...
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Fewer Illinois residents are enrolling in SNAP after Trump’s Big Ugly Bill slashed the program. This is not a win. Families are still hungry, and with grocery prices continuing to rise, people are going to be skipping meals to make sure their kids can eat.
Illinois sees 16% drop in SNAP enrollment one year after food program overhaul
About 150,000 people have lost food assistance this year across the state because of expanded work rules. It’s less than expected, but there are signs of growing need as a central safety net program…
chicago.suntimes.com
We are in the fifth month of the first year of Trump’s endless war with Iran. Now, he is asking for billions of taxpayer dollars to keep fighting, even as this war makes your groceries, gas, and power more expensive.
Darren Bailey has spent his campaign trying to convince Illinoisans that he isn't the same extremist Illinois rejected in 2022. We see right through you, Darren. www.dangerousdarrenbailey.com
Dangerous Darren Bailey
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When we want to hold elected officials accountable, we vote. That’s how our democracy works. Donald Trump is doing everything he can to undermine that process.
150 days since Trump launched us into war in Iran with absolutely no plan and no way out. Since then, we've lost 18 American service members and countless other lives, all while American families struggle more and more to afford gas, groceries, and healthcare.
When we organize together, great things happen. 8,000+ doors knocked ✅ A beach cleaned ✅ Health care resource fair ✅
The Trump Administration admitted in court that it canceled billions of dollars in clean energy grants based on politics, not merit. Federal funding should never depend on how a state voted. https://www.commondreams.org/news/trump-administration-grant-cancellations
‘Stunning Admission’: Trump Admin Targeted Democrats by Canceling Clean Energy Grants | Common Dreams
Trump administration admits to canceling clean energy grants based on political identity of states, hurting Democratic-voting states. Shocking revelations in court documents.
commondreams.org
Instead of working to expand access to affordable healthcare, the administration continues to gut essential healthcare programs at every turn. I will continue to advocate for all Illinoisans to have access to affordable healthcare: tinyurl.com/msuyb345
Southern Illinois is more than fields and back roads. It’s a community of family farms, locally owned businesses, volunteer fire departments, small schools, and neighbors who still look out for one another. These communities aren’t asking for special treatment. They’re asking not to be forgotten.
CANVASS TRAINING - August 12 @ 7pm Have you ever canvassed? Need a refresher or would like to learn? @illinoisdems.bsky.social will be providing canvass training. Learn best practices for how to knock on doors & talk to our neighbors. #Illinois #ElkGroveTownship #Democrats ⬇️ bit.ly/EGTDMeetingA...
The countdown is on‼️ In 100 days, Illinois will head to the polls for one of the most consequential midterm election in our history. The next 100 days are our chance to protect the progress we've made, fight for the future we believe in, and remind people what's possible when we organize together.
Happy Disability Pride Month, Illinois! While Trump and Republicans attack the rights, health care access, and independence of the disability community, Illinois Democrats are fighting to advance accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity.
On the campaign trail, Trump promised free IVF if he was elected. Nearly two years later, he still hasn’t delivered. No more delays. No more broken promises. It’s time to pass the Right to IVF Act.
