Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Fall is the Perfect Time to Fight Fascism

Hi Fellow Democrats,

There are so many ways to get involved and fight back against tyranny and for our values, our community and a brighter future. I hope you'll commit to a few events or actions in the coming days and weeks — protests, petition drives, fundraisers, township meetings, postcard writing, know your rights trainings, celebrations, cultural events, candidate forums and more. 

I also encourage you to consider becoming a Precinct Committeeperson (PC). Watch this webinar we hosted with the Young Dems to learn more, or just reply to this email. 

If you aren't yet a member of the DuPage Dems, I humbly ask for you to consider setting up a $5 per month recurring membership or a one-time annual membership of $50. Our support funds our critical work to boost Democratic turnout while providing support for candidates and the community.

In Solidarity,


Reid McCollum, Chair

Also, Congratulations to Rep. Terra Costa Howard for being appointed as Resident Judge in the 5th Subcircut! We’re so grateful for her amazing example of leadership and public service. And we’d be remiss not to mention her incredible courage and work ethic.

SAVE THE DATE

Join us to help keep DuPage Blue and have fun with likeminded Democrats! Joy is a form of #Resistance.

Bingo Night

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Holiday Party

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

And don't forget, you can find full details on all upcoming events right here:

EVENTS IN THE NEXT WEEK

Darren Bailey's official campaign launch for his second run for Governor is in Oakbrook. Join us outside on the sidewalk to protest, because DARREN BAILEY'S VALUES ARE NOT ILLINOIS' VALUES!!

Protest
ALMAS
Candidate Forum

Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR) and Indivisible Chicago Rapid Response Training / Entrenamiento de Respuesta Rapida


Rapid Response Training English

Tuesday, September 30 | 4:00 PM

Tuesday, October 7 | 4:00 PM

Rapid Response
Fundraiser
Fundraiser

Saturday Protests in Lisle

3200 Ogden Avenue | Lisle

Saturday, September 27 | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Saturday, October 4 | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Protest

Write Postcards to Swing States - Hosted by Swing Left DuPage, Indivisible DuPage, and the DuPage Dems

Saturday, September 27 | 1:00 – 3:30 PM | Wheaton Public Library

Monday, September 29 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | DuPage Dems office 

Postcards
NOW
Petition
Community

Email office@repmaura49.com for more information

Campaign Launch
Campaign Launch

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

Dinner and Movie Night Wizard of Oz on the Big Screen: Fundraiser for Greg Schwarze 

Thursday, October 2 | 6:15 - 9:15 PM | Studio Movie Grill, Wheaton


IL-08 Democratic Congressional Candidate Forums

Thursday, October 2 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM | Sunday, October 5 2:00 - 4:00 PM | Elgin Community College | Elgin


Lucy Chang Evans Moon Festival Fundraiser 

Thursday, October 2 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM | IBEW Local 701 | Warrenville 


Fall Fundraiser for Laura Ellman 

Thursday, October 2 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM | Northcott Liquorette | 40 W. Chicago Ave | Naperville


Protest ICE with Humanity First Downers Grove 

Saturday, October 4 | 9:00 AM | I-355 Overpass at Maple Ave and 63rd Street 

To RSVP, email axel.thornton@outlook.com


Canvass with Dr. Maria Sinkule and Judge Peggy O'Connell

Sunday, October 5 | 10:00 AM | Dunkin Donuts | Elmhurst


Petition Drive and Canvass Event with Erica Bray-Parker and Daniel Hebreard

Sunday, October 5 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Seven Gables Park, Wheaton


Celebracion de Herencia Hispana de Woodridge / Woodridge Celebration of Hispanic Heritage hosted by Village of Woodridge Human Relations Advisory Committee (HRAC) and Alliance of Latinos Motivating Action in the Suburbs (ALMAS)

Sunday, October 5 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM | Woodridge Public Library 


LTDO Oktoberfest

Monday, October 6 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM | Alter Brewing Company, Downers Grove


Join Speaker Welch for Ice Cube: Truth to Power — Four Decades of Attitude 

Monday, October 6 | 8:00 PM | United Center | Chicago

RSVP: Email admin@hdemsIL.com or call 708-838-7005


No Kings Protest Sign Making Party Cohosted by the Young Democrats of DuPage County 

Saturday, October 11 | 12:00 - 3:00 PM | DuPage Dems Office | Carol Stream

Save the Date for the Next Day of Action: No Kings October 18

Lisle | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM | 3200 Ogden Avenue

Bartlett | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Stearn & Bartlett Roads

Chicago | 12:00 - 3:00 PM | Location TBD

Arlington Heights | 3:00 - 5:00 PM | North School Park

Elgin | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Kimball and Grove

Geneva | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Gleneagle Dr & Randall Rd

Joliet | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Mall Loop Dr and Rt 30

Schaumburg | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | N Roselle Road & Schaumburg Road


More information and locations

No Kings

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DuPage Dems Chair Reid McCollum and

Young Democrats of DuPage County Co-Chair Chris Espinoza

Become a PC Webinar

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