Index

• About this Guide
• Voting 101
• 2024 Presidential Election
• Statewide Referendums
• House & Senate Elections
• State’s Attorney Elections
• School Board Elections
• Courts Elections
• Chicago is a Palestinian City

Important Reminders!

NOVEMBER 5th IS ELECTION DAY!

October 31

Last day to apply for a Vote By Mail ballot

October 21

First day of early voting in all 50 wards of Chicago

October 20

Last day to register to vote online on the IL State Board of Elections website

October 3

First day of early voting at 191 N. Clark St Supersite

September 26

First day to mail Vote By Mail ballots to voters

Who is Chicago Votes?

Chicago Votes is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more inclusive democracy by putting the power in the hands of young Chicagoans. We’re engaging a new generation of creative leaders, unifying our voices to forge community, change laws, and make Chicago and Illinois a better place to be young. Democracy can and should be a tool to spark the fire in our chest that makes us want to press forward and create change in numerous ways. Who are we to deny ourselves and our community of a better future? Exactly. One thing about it and two things for sure, we’re making democracy FUN!

Learn more about our programming, paid positions, and volunteer opportunities at chicagovotes.com and stay up to date with us on social media @chicagovotes!

“who are we to deny ourselves and our community of a better future? Exactly.”

This nonpartisan voter guide, created by young people, educates voters on essential information and resources for the 2024 General Election. It equips Chicagoans with the tools to make informed decisions about candidates at the community, local, and national levels, because this election goes beyond the presidency.

Local elections are also on the ballot, and we have provided detailed information and resources for those too. The power of our vote starts right here in our city, in our courts, community, classroom, and state!

How we made this guide

We researched candidates’ stances on issues that people give a sh*t about. These answers are based on direct responses from candidates’ campaigns.

Keep in mind, this guide is for informational purposes only, designed to help voters understand where each candidate stands on issues important to young people. As a 501(c)(3) organization, we do not endorse or oppose any candidates or political parties.