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@ward40@40thforward
9 Mar 2023
Have a request/concern/question you want the 40th Ward Office to follow up on? Complete the 40thward.org/contact with as much detail as you can (include a picture if you are able!) and someone on staff will get back to you. You can also request a copy of your submission!
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@ward40@40thforward
Nov 9
We are hiring! Apply here if interested:

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Matthew Haugen@MJHaugen
Nov 7
Bernie Sanders will go down as the most consequential politician of this era despite never becoming president
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Sen. Bernie Sanders
@SenSanders
Nov 7
As the next chair of the Social Security Subcommittee, a top priority will be to expand Social Security benefits by at least $2,400 a year & extend Social Security’s solvency for generations.

How? By scrapping the cap & demanding that the wealthy pay their fair share of taxes.
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Streetsblog Chicago@streetsblogchi
Nov 5
Smart transportation policy is good politics. A Tribune reader says Ald. Vasquez (40) and Ald. Martin (47) are running unopposed because they brought "creativity and innovation to their wards." That includes the Ainslie Arts Plaza & Leland Greenway.
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Bernie Sanders
@BernieSanders
Nov 4
Democrats will now control the House and Senate and be able to hold Trump accountable. That's great.

At a time of massive income and wealth inequality, we must do more. We must aggressively fight for working families.

No more excuses.
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Allison Janowski@ajanowski02
Nov 3
Let’s make history, Illinois.
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Oct 30
Proud to see this expansion that ensures more accountability and more public safety for neighbors - pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers alike!
Mayor Brandon Johnson
@ChicagosMayor
Oct 30
Through the Smart Streets expansion in our Fair Share Budget, we are ensuring that the benefits of pedestrian improvements, bike lanes, and bus lanes are not impeded by vehicles illegally blocking the street so everyone who uses our streets can travel safely.
1. Text: Mayor Johnson, Ald. La Spata & Ald. Vasquez Announce Expansion of Smart Streets Pilot Citywide to Support Safer Streets, Faster Transit. Image: Mayor Brandon Johnson, Alderman Daniel La Spata (1), and Alderman Andre Vasquez (40), holding a bike helmet that says "Riley Forever" in honor of late CDOT employee Riley O'Neil, announce the citywide expansion of the Smart Streets Program at the intersection of Milwaukee and Damen in Wicker Park.2. Text: The Smart Streets program uses automated parking enforcement to improve traffic safety, keep bus and bike lanes clear, and make Chicago's transportation network safer and more reliable for everyone. Image: A CTA #3 bus drives in the new dedicated bus lane along N. Michigan Ave. next to many cars and taxis in the Loop.
3. Text: The pilot has increased safe driver behavior, protections for pedestrians and cyclists, and the speed and reliability of CTA buses. 84% of drivers who received a warning did not later receive a fine, indicating that the warning changed their behavior. Image: Mayor Johnson jokingly and smiling, grabs Ald. La Spata's shoulders while he delivers remarks at announcement the citywide expansion of the Smart Streets Program at the intersection of Milwaukee and Damen in Wicker Park.4. Text: Mayor Johnson’s Fair Share Budget includes dedicated funding to expand Smart Streets’ citywide, projected to yield $12.8 million in 2027 after collecting more than $3 million in revenue since launch—especially from large package delivery corporations. Image: Mayor Johnson rides a bike in a bike lane along the West Side on his way to City Hall.
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Alice Yin@byaliceyin
Oct 26
Last week mayor said his 2027 budget is 76% structural — but his team today put the ratio at 56%. CFO says police settlement borrowing plan should be included as part of the city’s budget gap. From @JakeSheridan_ and @ad_quig: chicagotribune.com/2026/10/26/chi…
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Centro Romero
@CentroRomero
Oct 22
📣 Join our team! Centro Romero is seeking a passionate Family Literacy Program Coordinator (AmeriCorps). Help empower families through education while gaining valuable experience. Part-time, 25 hours per week. Apply now and make an impact: centroromero.org/americorps-pos…
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📣 ¡Únete a ro Romero busca un coordinador o coordinadora apasionado(a) para el Programa de Alfabetización Familiar (AmeriCorps). Ayuda a empoderar a las familias a través de la educación mientras adquieres una valiosa experiencia. Tiempo parcial, 25 horas a la semana. Postúlate ahora y marca la diferencia: centroromero.org/americorps-pos…
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@ward40@40thforward
Oct 17
No mail though.
Calls and DMs?
Why not a formal letter?
Sarah Karp@SSKedreporter
Oct 16
Chi Tribune reported young woman accusing Hilario Dominguez never received outreach from OIG. But OIG report says his office made 12 attempts, leaving voicemails for mom, who would have been familiar & trained on CPS policies and practices.
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Oct 16
My remarks related to this vote.
Alice Yin@byaliceyin
Oct 14
Alders FAIL by one vote to override Mayor Brandon Johnson veto of ordinance requiring three-fifths majority to approve future Chicago bond issuances

33-17 vote:
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Streetsblog Chicago@streetsblogchi
Oct 14
Victory! Vasquez’s office confirmed the Smart Streets expansion for citywide, permanent camera enforcement of bus/bike lanes and bus stops is a done deal.
chi.streetsblog.org/2026/10/14/vic… @AldermanLaSpata @40thforward @ChicagoDOT @StreetsblogUSA @_atalliance @rideillinois
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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani
@NYCMayor
Oct 12
This morning, the federal government turned the full force of the Department of Homeland Security against a sitting member of Congress for the offense of disagreeing with the White House.

The path to citizenship should not be weaponized against anyone, including Rep. Ilhan Omar, a naturalized American who swore an oath to this country — the same one that I took.

The promise of citizenship should not be contingent on someone agreeing with the federal government.
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Daniel Biss
@DanielBiss
Oct 12
Raiding the home of Congresswoman Omar based on a decades-old alleged paperwork error is part of Trump’s escalating effort to stoke fear and chaos and repress dissent. This is authoritarianism.

I hope political officials - Republicans and Democrats - will make clear that this is unacceptable. I stand with Ilhan Omar.

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Democrats Deliver
@DemzDeliver
Oct 12
🚨 BREAKING: The city of Richmond, Virginia, has officially cancelled its contract with Flock.

All 100 cameras will be disabled.
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Chicago Blackhawks
@NHLBlackhawks
Oct 12
today and every day, we honor and celebrate the Native Nations and Indigenous communities whose histories, cultures and communities are deeply rooted in this land ❤️
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Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton
@LtGovStratton
Oct 12
Many tribes called this land home, before it was known as Illinois. On Indigenous People’s Day, we honor that history and look forward to a future together, built on truth, respect, and partnership.
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@ward40@40thforward
Oct 12
RT @IlhanMN: I’m ok. Make no mistake: this is an attempt to target political enemies and weaponize federal law enforcement. For ten years,…
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Bernie Sanders
@BernieSanders
Oct 12
Trump is an authoritarian.

He wants to intimidate his political opponents, the media and all those who disagree with him.

Ilhan Omar came to America legally as a child refugee fleeing civil war, became a citizen and was elected to Congress.

Trump is weaponizing the federal government to silence opposition. Fight back. Defend democracy.
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Streetsblog Chicago@streetsblogchi
Oct 10
Multiple advocacy groups endorsed the Divvy contract extension in committee today, but Lime managed to squeeze out a victory, as the vote was deferred. 🤔

Meanwhile alders voted unanimously to expand camera enforcement of bus and bike lanes citywise. 👍
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