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  2. Sen. Richard Durbin

Sen. Richard Durbin

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Map PinPeoria, IL

Watching the news this morning, I am reminded that we are still stuck in this delusional world under the Trump regime. With the checks and balances that are supposed to be in place in our government, I question why something hasn't been done yet to remove this man from office. I will definitely be v

Map PinOak Park, IL

Islamophobia aimed at Msyor Mamdami

The Islamophobia being hurled at Mayor Zohran Mamdami of New York City is absolutely reprehensible and needs to be called out by Democrat leaders, including you. I happened to be in NYC on 9/11 in 2001, and never once did I engage in anti-Muslim hatred. It’s unacceptable behavior and we cannot let

Verified VoterChicago, IL

The war with Iran must end now. This war is terrible for Americans, Iranians, everyone around the world, and is accelerating climate change. We’ve all felt this summer, from the heat waves to the smoke. For the sake of life itself, war cannot continue.

Map PinGlenview, IL

For the love of God, do none of you have any courage at all? We have a tyrant violating literally every law written and you continue to act like everything is normal. The nation is being looted and you're twiddling your thumbs. They are using our tax dollars to spread propaganda in clear violations

Verified VoterForest Park, IL

ICE abuses must be stopped

Day after day, I read story after story about ICE agents detaining people who are legally in this country and doing terrible things to them, up to and including killing them - also physically abusing them, imprisoning them, depriving them of needful medical care, and of course deporting them. These

Map PinChicago Heights, IL

Hello! I have had my number on the do not call list for quite a while. But I have noticed an uptick in robocalls from scammers claiming they are calling about loan applications that I never submitted. On average, despite having my spam call blocker on through my cellular phone company, I am still re

Map PinHampshire, IL

I love our system of law, where are all so chained to ridiculous rules and vague Byzantine practices that a demented rapist can steal $60 million dollars to build himself a dance hall. SCOTUS, you’re doing a heck of a job, Brownie! Before long, DC will look like a Manhattan gilded toilet. Should nam

Verified VoterChicago, IL

Please Protect America’s Wild Horses and Burros in the FY2027 Budget

Dear Members of Congress, I am writing to urge you to protect America’s wild horses and burros and to oppose provisions in President Trump’s FY2027 budget proposal that would place these federally protected animals at grave risk. I am deeply concerned that the proposed budget eliminates the longst

Verified VoterSpring Grove, IL

No to La Neve

Pete Hegseth and General Christopher La Neve pushed out General Randy George out of his position as Army Chief of Staff because he wouldn’t drop the investigation into the Army Helicopter flyby of Kid Rock’s home. Full stop. Gen La Neve wants to be Army Chief of staff but should not be confirmed be

Map PinHampshire, IL

I hereby order the sulfuric mining at Hoskins Mound in Texas be renamed The Trump Sulfuric Spew Site. Further, I order the currently under construction ballroom to be renamed Don’s Harem, and I demand that his various and sundry romantic partners be housed there.

Map PinChicago, IL

We can not let Donald Trump hijack the Post O ffice and use it against us. He knows that his party cannot win the midterms without his continued efforts to stop people from voting. ything to offer. Again and again this man comes up with ways to stop, slow down or scare people from voting. Not becaus

Map PinBolingbrook, IL

they cannot support him as leader. The Senate must also not negotiate with unelected unappointed persons associated with this regime. Dems have one chanc Jared Kushner is not an elected office or cabinet member. Hakeem Jeffries should not legitimize his role by meeting with him. When Dems retake the

Map PinLa Grange, IL

First, I’m tired of Trump threatening our elections. Congress needs to act urgently to protect them from potential interference. They can do this by passing the Protect Our Polls Act, a new bill that would prevent Trump from sending uniformed military or federal law enforcement to the polls to inter

Verified VoterAlgonquin, IL

Hakeem Jeffries meets Jared Kushner

Why is Hakeem Jeffries meeting with Jared Kushner? Jared Kushner is not a government official! He is not a member of Congress! He has been playing statesman without any true authority. Jared Kushner is a member of the Trump family which has been destroying our country. He has been using his positi

Map PinGlenview, IL

The executive branch has gone rogue and has ceased to function in the most basic capacity. It cannot perform its duties and it has disregarded its oath to faithfully execute the laws. We the people demand the immediate impeachment of the entire executive administration. You will know no peace until

Map PinHoffman Estates, IL

Stop tax breaks for Data Centers near O'Hare airport

The tax break reliefs given to data centers are absolutely unacceptable. I just read about how the average illinois citizen will have to pay up to additional 2000 dollars on their taxes because of this. I never wanted data centers in my state, nor do I want them to get special treat the same as rel

Map PinBethalto, IL

Ban Automated License Plate Readers and Flock Surveillance Systems in Illinois

We, the undersigned residents of Illinois, petition our elected representatives to pass legislation enacting a statewide ban on Flock Safety technology and all automated license plate reader (ALPR) networks. ​Mass, automated vehicle surveillance undermines fundamental constitutional protections, inc

Map PinMcHenry, IL

Oppose the Sunshine Protection Act

I am writing to urge you to oppose the Sunshine Protection Act and, if the legislation comes before the Senate for consideration, to vote against making Daylight Saving Time permanent nationwide. I strongly support ending the twice-yearly disruption of changing our clocks. However, permanent Daylig

Verified VoterLombard, IL

Vote NO on CORCA

As a constituent, I urge you to vote NO on CORCA. This bill would give DHS and ICE sweeping new power to track our movements, monitor our associations, and collect our personal data - putting all of our privacy at risk. Please vote NO on CORCA.

Verified VoterForest Park, IL

Stop ICE from acquiring shock gloves

I am writing with grave concern and fear about the news that ICE agents are going to be armed with silent, invisible shock gloves. According to new reporting, DHS is ordering these gloves through a no-bid contract (surprise surprise). As we know well, ICE agents go rogue - they do not follow procedu

Verified VoterSchaumburg, IL

Help our servicemembers on USS Abraham Lincoln

I'm extremely upset by the mistreatment of sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln. I want them relieved immediately and I want Pete Hegseth to be fired. American servicemembers are being harmed under his watch. Unacceptable! Will you call for these things immediately?

Verified VoterSpring Grove, IL

Emergency in the ocean

USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN Soldiers are being left on extended deployment for more than 250 days. Families are reporting food shortages, lack of hygiene items and mold is growing, amongst other problems. We have soldiers trying to throw themselves overboard from being used as Trump and Hegseths sitting duc

Verified VoterChicago, IL

I recently learned about ICE’s reported plans to equip officers with Compliant Technologies’ G.L.O.V.E. (Generated Low Output Voltage Emitter) devices, and I am horrified. The G.L.O.V.E. is described as a de-escalation tool, but I do not understand how a glove designed to deliver an electrical shoc

Map PinWinfield, IL

Release the Epstein Files — Stop the Cover-Up

Release the Epstein files. Congress passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, you signed it into law, and your Justice Department is now in federal court fighting to keep the documents hidden anyway. Judge Emmet Sullivan has already ruled the DOJ must hand over unredacted files, and former federal

Verified VoterArlington Heights, IL

NO Section 232 Tariff hikes! Band instruments should NOT face increased tariffs.

Please work TO STOP the corrupt Trump Administration from adding brass band instruments and/or their components to Trump's tariffs! They already had a 15% tariff slapped on them and now the Conn Selmer Bach Eastlake, OH plant is out of business. Trump just added the brass to the Section 232 Tariffs

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