Public transit is public good and a human right. I am proud to champion public transit, pedestrian infrastructure, and statewide protected bikeways that prioritize and preserve our planet and environment.
Senator Mike Simmons
@mikesimmonsil.bsky.social
State Senator and Former Congressional Candidate for IL-09. Here for the Fight. Chicago native. Proudly LGBTQ+, Ethiopian-American. 🏳️🌈🇪🇹 Let's do this together! Go to mikesimmons.org to sign up!
If you don’t talk about the issues that young people care about, you can’t expect them to show up for you. Drop the buzzwords, drop the poll-tested language, and focus on what is impacting people right now.
Young voters always spot BS. That includes voting out politicians who show up at election time but are not in the streets with the people or using their positions to upend systems that make billionaires wealthier and strip away our rights.
IT’S OFFICIAL! House Bill 3564 is set to become law on January 1st, 2027! HB3564 establishes a $50 cap for rental application fees, bans 11 types of junk fees, caps move-in fees at 20% of rent, and requires move-in fees to be itemized, among more protections for renters. (1/2)
Perfect Chicago summer evening for some ice cream at a 7th District gem Teddy’s in Ravenswood! 🍦🍨🌖
Starting January 1st, Illinois renters are going to have the transparency and fairness they deserve. New legislation I introduced will be law, banning many common junk rental fees and requiring the rest of any add-ons be disclosed on the first page of your lease.
Juneteenth celebrates the agency of Black Americans throughout American history. One way we can all honor the memories of those who came before us is to continue their fight towards equity and a future with more rights for all, not fewer.
Michael and I enjoyed recently visiting the Obama Presidential Center! During the tour I felt immense pride to be from Chicago and to have lived through the historic Obama presidency.
Happy Pride, everyone! I kicked off the month with Niles Pride and had the honor of leading their community parade. It was a joyous, powerful morning with LGBTQ+ leaders, neighbors, historians, educators, advocates, families, and allies from across the north side.
I started this campaign for the same reason I first ran for the State Senate - because I saw a need in my community for real, genuine representation instead of platitudes. For a leader who will speak up for communities like mine, without appropriating our struggles, that are too often silenced:
There's still 2hrs to vote. Undecided on how to vote? Feel free to cheat off Maria's ballot 😉: ☑️ Juliana Stratton for U.S. Senate because the Senate desperately needs vocal leaders. ☑️ Mike Simmons for IL-9 because we deserve continued representation by someone who fights for hard working folks.
Rhona is in the office right now, phonebanking. Rhona says tell a friend to go vote!
Senator Mike Simmons@mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 5mo agoRhona says vote on Tuesday! I'm honored to have your support, Rhona.
GO VOTE, ILLINOIS! If you are in line by 7pm, you will be able to vote. If you have voted, tell your friends and family to go vote!
Matthew Eadie@mattheweadie.bsky.social · 5mo agoPolls in Illinois close in 1 hour
46th Ward Alderwoman Angela Clay is out supporting Mike today! We have an hour and a half left in this election—go vote now. If you are in line by 7pm, you will be able to vote!
Evanston Alder Matt Rodgers is out talking with voters about why Mike Simmons is the candidate for this moment. Polls close at 7pm, but if you're in line by then, you will be able to vote! You can make a difference—come by the office at 1441 W Morse or tell your friends and family to vote!
Want to get the word out? Text and call your friends to make sure they are voting, or come join the team at 1441 W Morse!
If you live in Chicago's 49th Ward, Alderwoman Maria Hadden needs no introduction. Today, Maria and Mike are out in this bitter cold and knocking doors. We can use your help! Come swing by 1441 W Morse and get set up to call some phones, knock some doors, and get the word out at polling locations.
After you cast your vote, come join us at the campaign office at 1441 W Morse! We’ve got: Phonebanking in English, Spanish, Amharic Donuts Coffee (too much, please come have some!) Stickers Lit Heat!!
My partner and I cast a very special ballot this morning. Over this campaign, I have laid out my case for why I hope to earn your vote. I'm a product of the 9th District, from growing up here in public housing to fighting for our community in the Illinois State Senate.
Mike Simmons; the most accomplished Progressive legislator in the race. You don’t need to game theory this, just vote for the one who’s earned it through his deeds.
Matthew Eadie@mattheweadie.bsky.social · 5mo agoGood morning from Uptown where I just spoke with State Sen. Mike Simmons about his final pitch to voters: He’s hoping for a surprise upset tonight, here’s what he told me #IL09
Started my day with mass and a few wee prayers. Remember to VOTE in Illinois #IL09 @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social
Election day! Michael and I voted this morning. Make sure you do the same!
Remember that if you're in line by 7 p.m. tonight, *stay in line.* Happy Primary Day, IL! Let's go!
Senator Mike Simmons@mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 5mo agoComing to you from Stephen F Gale School, today is ELECTION DAY! Polls are open until 7pm: as long as you’re in line to vote by 7pm, your vote must be counted! Once you’ve voted, come by our campaign office at 1441 W Morse Ave to say hi to Team Mike and help us reach more voters!! Let’s win this!
Coming to you from Stephen F Gale School, today is ELECTION DAY! Polls are open until 7pm: as long as you’re in line to vote by 7pm, your vote must be counted! Once you’ve voted, come by our campaign office at 1441 W Morse Ave to say hi to Team Mike and help us reach more voters!! Let’s win this!
Rhona says vote on Tuesday! I'm honored to have your support, Rhona.
Joanie has known Mike for decades and even coached him in Student Congress in high school. Here's why Joanie is supporting Mike Simmons for Congress.
Family doesn’t let family forget to vote! Be sure to tell your family, friends, and neighbors: Early Voting ends TODAY at 6pm, and polls are open tomorrow from 6am-7pm!