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West Side United Supports Illinois Kidney Care Alliance
Wednesday, Apr 15, 2020 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] In Illinois, more than 30,000 people suffer from kidney disease. To highlight their needs, organizations from across the state formed the Illinois Kidney Care Alliance (IKCA). This coalition – made up of health advocates and professionals, community and patient groups, health providers and businesses – is focused on raising awareness about those who suffer from kidney disease, who are among our society’s most vulnerable. IKCA is proud to announce West Side United (WSU) as a new member of the coalition. WSU is a nonprofit that works with local residents to improve neighborhood health by addressing inequality in healthcare, education, economic vitality and the physical environment. By partnering with healthcare providers, education providers, the faith community, business, and government, WSU helps coordinate local investments and improve the quality of life for those on Chicago’s West Side. IKCA’s goal is to protect these vulnerable populations, including those on life-sustaining dialysis and those waiting for a kidney transplant. For more information, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook, and visit our website. 
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Who Should Control The Remap Process?
Wednesday, Apr 15, 2020 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] In Illinois, the five people who have the ultimate say in shaping our state legislative districts include House Speaker Michael Madigan, Senate President Don Harmon, House Minority Leader Jim Durkin, Senate Minority Leader Bill Brady, and Governor J.B. Pritzker. If state lawmakers don’t follow the lead of other states and pass the Fair Maps Amendment, our representation will be determined by career politicians and attorneys.  Or, we could follow a path that would lead to a more diverse group representing the people of Illinois. If we follow California’s lead and establish an independent commission, we could have our next remap led by people who have spent their lives educating high schoolers, running small businesses and doing community foundation work and urban planning. That was the result of California’s first independent, citizen-led commission. Which group would you trust to represent your community’s interests?  State lawmakers must take votes on HJRCA41/SJRCA18, the Fair Maps Amendment, by May 3rd or we will be left with the status quo. Learn more about the effort to end gerrymandering in Illinois by visiting: https://www.changeil.org/policy-priorities/redistricting-reform/
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