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My name is Sara Feigenholtz, and I am currently serving as State Senator for Illinois’ 6th District.
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Operating as usual
05/14/2021
It's great to see Dine Out on Broadway and Sheffield back this year with nights to enjoy our amazing cuisine in Lakeview.
Who's headed out tonight?
It's great to see Dine Out on Broadway and Sheffield back this year with nights to enjoy our amazing cuisine in Lakeview.
Who's headed out tonight?
05/01/2021
Happy International Workers Day! We owe all of our brothers and sisters a thank you for fighting for our rights, better and safer working conditions, and making sure we are home after 8 hours of work. Thank You!
#MayDay2021 #UnionStrong #TeamSara #WorkersOfTheWorldUnite
Happy International Workers Day! We owe all of our brothers and sisters a thank you for fighting for our rights, better and safer working conditions, and making sure we are home after 8 hours of work. Thank You!
#MayDay2021 #UnionStrong #TeamSara #WorkersOfTheWorldUnite
04/30/2021
Did you know you can get saplings from Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago as part of their Restore the Canopy campaign? Get one and tell me where you plan on planting it!
https://mwrd.org/treesrestore-canopy
Did you know you can get saplings from Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago as part of their Restore the Canopy campaign? Get one and tell me where you plan on planting it!
https://mwrd.org/treesrestore-canopy
04/28/2021
Spring Kindergarten 2020-21 Volunteer Remote Learning Curriculum Sign Up Form - Formstack
We all know that having a pet can add a smile to our day, but did you know that they can help your kids focus on their reading and school activities? @SitStayRead uses certified dogs (with a Dog Team volunteer) to help children learn how to read, stay calm, and focus on their assignments. Get involved!
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04/27/2021
Senator Feigenholtz Sign Up Link
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04/26/2021
Only the office fans will get this one. Happy Pretzel Day!
Dine in or order takeout and add the Resi's Bierstube Tavern pretzel to your order. You won’t be upset.
Only the office fans will get this one. Happy Pretzel Day!
Dine in or order takeout and add the Resi's Bierstube Tavern pretzel to your order. You won’t be upset.
04/26/2021
New Law Would Ban Restraining Children In Foster Care
“The legislature is in a position to say, ‘No more,'” Feigenholtz said.
The senator from Chicago’s North Side drafted legislation that “prohibits the use of restraints on youth in care … including chemical, manual and mechanical restraints”
This week it passed the Illinois Senate with a 49-3 vote. If it clears the house, shackling foster children will become a crime. - CBS Chicago
On orders from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, transportation vendors regularly shackled foster children -- hands, feet, and a body length chain connecting all four limbs.
04/22/2021
In a time where we need to do every little thing to save our planet, we should be opening more test sites instead of closing them. SB2316 would look to reopen the test sites the Rauner administration closed, making it hard for Chicago residents to obtain their plate sticker.
https://news.wttw.com/2016/10/21/epa-shut-down-2-chicago-vehicle-emissions-test-facilities
In a time where we need to do every little thing to save our planet, we should be opening more test sites instead of closing them. SB2316 would look to reopen the test sites the Rauner administration closed, making it hard for Chicago residents to obtain their plate sticker.
https://news.wttw.com/2016/10/21/epa-shut-down-2-chicago-vehicle-emissions-test-facilities
04/21/2021
Federal prosecutors allege Ald. Ed Burke made anti-Semitic remark, detail ex-Ald. Solis cooperation in new court filing
"When he thought no one was listening Ed Burke revealed his true self. Simply said, Alderman Burke's remarks smack of blatant anti-semitism and are both ignorant and repugnant.
For starters, he owes an apology to Jewish community."
--State Senator Laura Fine and State Senator Sara Feigenholtz
Prosecutors revealed new details Tuesday in the corruption case against Chicago Ald. Edward Burke, including the cooperation of former Ald. Daniel Solis, wiretapped conversations and other evidence in the probe that rocked City Hall two years ago.
04/13/2021
Editorial: Those rules that got waived for the pandemic? Let’s get rid of them
Headed down to Springfield for another week of session with a big win for our bars and restaurants across Illinois. The cocktails-to-go expansion has been signed by Governor Pritzker and will provide extended relief for our local establishments.
We are not out of the woods yet with Covid-19. Please continue to be responsible for the health and safety of our vulnerable community members.
A year of experiments has yielded some valuable reforms that deserve to be kept.
04/11/2021
The weather held out for the shred-a-thon and electronic cycling event. It is always great to see Daniel La Spata, Bridget Degnen, Mariyana Spyropoulos, and all of you!
03/31/2021
It was quite the busy month down in Springfield. We got 10 bills out of committee and co-sponsoring legislation to push Illinois forward. Here is an update on what's being worked on for Illinois' 6th senate district.
It was quite the busy month down in Springfield. We got 10 bills out of committee and co-sponsoring legislation to push Illinois forward. Here is an update on what's being worked on for Illinois' 6th senate district.
03/27/2021
As we celebrate Passover and the exodus from slavery at the Egyptians' hands, we are reminded about our faith in G-d, especially when our faith is tested.
Right now, we are surviving a global pandemic and living through amplified racial and economic inequities that we must repair; our faith continues to be tested.
Let’s not let the parallels of these events elude us. Most of all, let’s celebrate our resilience and focus on repairing the world for generations to come.
Chag Sameach Happy Passover.
As we celebrate Passover and the exodus from slavery at the Egyptians' hands, we are reminded about our faith in G-d, especially when our faith is tested.
Right now, we are surviving a global pandemic and living through amplified racial and economic inequities that we must repair; our faith continues to be tested.
Let’s not let the parallels of these events elude us. Most of all, let’s celebrate our resilience and focus on repairing the world for generations to come.
Chag Sameach Happy Passover.
03/25/2021
Women in Government Roundtable
On live with Patti Vasquez Bonnin, Ann M. Williams - State Representative, Bridget Gainer, Bridget Degnen, Michele Smith - 43rd Ward Alderman, Lakesia Collins, and Margaret Croke. Join us!
03/20/2021
When women succeed, we all succeed. Join me this #WomensHistoryMonth to honor women's contributions throughout history, and to support those who continue to fight toward equal opportunity and justice for all.
01/13/2021
Thank you people of the 6th Senate district for your faith in me. It is an honor to represent you in Springfield and I am grateful for your support.
Thank you people of the 6th Senate district for your faith in me. It is an honor to represent you in Springfield and I am grateful for your support.
01/09/2021
Illinois GOP Rep. Mary Miller apologizes for Hitler remark at pro-Trump rally: Calls remain for her to resign
State Sen. Sara Feigenholtz, D-Chicago, who organized the petition, said Friday, “Americans have had enough of this hatred … especially from our congressional leaders and elected officials who should be held to a higher standard.”
Miller: "I sincerely apologize for any harm my words caused and regret using a reference to one of the most evil dictators in history to illustrate the dangers that outside influences can have on our youth."
01/07/2021
We can no longer keep waiting to impeach and remove Mr. Trump. The guardrails of our democracy are at stake.
We can no longer keep waiting to impeach and remove Mr. Trump. The guardrails of our democracy are at stake.
01/06/2021
Illinois Congresswoman Says ‘Hitler Was Right on One Thing'
Raw, unbridled, unflinching antisemitism from a newly elected member of Congress from the State of Illinois. At a minimum, she certainly should be censured, and perhaps more.
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-politics/illinois-congresswoman-says-hitler-was-right-on-one-thing/2409325/
A newly-sworn in congresswoman from southern Illinois quoted Adolf Hitler as she spoke outside the U.S. Capitol, saying the German Nazi leader “was right on one thing.”
11/04/2020
People of the 6th Senate district...thank you for stepping up in record numbers to cast your vote in this historic election.
I couldn’t be more humbled to represent you in Springfield. It's hard to find the words to express how grateful and honored I am. An honor I promise not to squander.
Every election, we revisit what is important to our communities, so future generations have a shot at getting ahead. Good schools, so our kids have a chance to succeed in life, safe neighborhoods to protect our families, access to health care that cannot be taken for granted, equality, justice, and fairness deserved by all, and clean air and water to sustain future generations on the planet.
No one expects the government to be the answer to everything— but you deserve to know your money is well spent and not wasted — whether it’s for how we build our roads or how we provide food to those who are in need.
Folks, we have work to do. I am ready.
11/04/2020
If you haven’t voted yet, it’s not too late. The polls close at 7. Find your polling place here: https://www.chicagoelections.gov/en/your-voter-information.html
10/16/2020
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Mayor Lightfoot's Biden-Harris Phone Bank!. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Mayor Lightfoot is hosting a virtual phone bank for Joe Biden this Monday, October 19 at 6pm. Can you help us make sure we say "Bye-Don" and elect Biden as our next President?
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Please join Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot for Mayor Mondays -- a weekly series of virtual phone banks conducted by Democratic Mayors across the country every Monday at 6:00 PM CT. We will come together to talk to voters about electing Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, and Democrats up and down the ballot! Never p...
09/07/2020
Happy Labor Day! Now, more than ever, it is important to recognize our frontline workers and those who have fought and continue to fight for a better tomorrow.
08/26/2020
This month marked the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment. While women may have gained the right to vote, the fight still continues with much work ahead.
03/12/2020
Board of Election Commissioners for the City of Chicago
We have just learned that several 6th District polling locations have been reassigned due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Find your polling place here: https://chicagoelections.gov/en/your-voter-information.html
UPDATE: Voters are also encouraged to register to vote by mail. The deadline has been extended until MIDNIGHT, tonight, 3/12: https://chicagoelections.gov/en/vote-by-mail.html
Additionally, Early Voting for the Illinois Primary Election continues in the 19th Police District Community Room at 850 W. Addison. Voters may also use any Early Voting & Registration location in the city through Monday, March 16th. Click here for more information: https://chicagoelections.gov/en/early-voting.html
03/10/2020
Check the Facts | Yoni Pizer For 12
I stand strong in support of Yoni Pizer for State Representative of the 12th district. A smear and negative mail campaign is attempting to discredit Yoni. Get the facts here: https://www.yonifor12.com/facts-page?fbclid=IwAR0I50TgytEjVCIJSLaoAdvScLCK7sG06GAw4uFvVNJXNiyEfG9G0K6VX84
A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections is (or will be) available on the Board’s official website (www.elections.il.gov) or for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois
03/08/2020
At the 44th ward pre-election breakfast with with Yoni Pizer for State Representative, Jonathan Clark Green for Judge, Ann M. Williams, Tom Tunney, and Mike Quigley.
03/03/2020
Yoni Pizer For 12th District | Home
Yoni Pizer for State Representative and I were out early this morning casting our votes. Make sure to join #TeamYoni today: https://www.yonifor12.com/
Yoni Pizer for State Representative. Fighting for our shared progressive values.
02/29/2020
Don't forget! The Early Vote Rally with Fightin' 47 is tomorrow! Sign up here to volunteer: https://forms.gle/cMn16mEp7pPKgpGaA
02/28/2020
Join me this Sunday at the 47th Ward Democratic Early Voting Rally. See you there!
12/25/2019
Peace on Earth, goodwill toward everyone!
12/24/2019
May Hanukkah bring you and your family many blessings and joy!
12/02/2019
My mom lived to leave things better than she found them in this world.
When I was young, she taught me to fight for what I believe in, to follow my heart, and that the sky's the limit when you work hard.
Now it's up to us to fight every day for the little girls wearing pink capes, ready to lift off and take on the world.
12/01/2019
Fighting For Our Shared Values in Illinois
In these dark times in Washington, it's never been more important to shine a light in Springfield.
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In our little part of the world we truly are neighbors. When people ask me why I keep going back to Springfield, it’s because our community is worth fighting for. This is our home— we live, shop, eat and play here every day. Happy Thanksgiving!
Join Rep. Sara Feigenholtz's Re-Election Campaign!
I am so proud to represent this progressive and diverse community. Let’s keep moving forward together in allyship.
I'm honored to serve as your state representative, and with your help, I'll be headed back to Springfield to stand up for progressive legislation and much needed reform. Join our team: http://bit.ly/2zdj9GG
Campaign Launch
Spectacular! — the word that best describes our summer rooftop event as we kicked off election season with over 200 of our closest family, friends, and neighbors. It’s not every day that the Rabbi and Mayor make an appearance. Grateful to all of those who came out to show their support on one of the most beautiful evenings of the summer. The best part of this job is representing your voices and fighting for progressive values in Springfield. Sign up and volunteer with #TeamSara: http://bit.ly/2zdj9GG
Early Vote Beginning Oct. 22
Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 22. Be part of changing the tide. https://chicagoelections.com/en/early-voting.html
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Sweet Senator Sara: Is there anything you can do?
The LPHS community took a huge exhale at the end of school Friday after a very traumatic, chaotic and at times, dangerous week.
In all my time - at four different CPS schools - I have never seen such a large, diverse group of parents, teachers, LSC and community members rally so quickly, thoughtfully and with only one thing in mind - to do what’s right for the students.
CPS - NOT LPHS - has bungled this entire ordeal with its misleading miscommunication, sending leaders to the school who sat with their backs to us, were on their phones and left the auditorium sporadically. They placed an administrator at our school who grabbed a student’s face and left her post in less than two days because she was deemed “not a good fit for the school.” Then the security tape was released and we saw exactly what she did and why she left. It was never because she wasn’t a good fit - it was because she assaulted a student. They have left stakeholders in the dark and only tell us after the fact and after hours so no one is around to answer calls from angry parents.
When a school is in crisis, CEO Janice Jackson should be on site. She doesn’t show. She doesn’t take calls. She doesn’t take meetings.
The kids are furious and heartbroken that their interim Principal and Assistant Principal were taken from their school after five months of turning it around. There have been marches and sit-ins. A massive amount of students left school Thursday and didn’t return Friday. Numerous fights broke out daily. A firecracker was set off. The fire alarm went off. It was unsafe to hold school. It was mayhem. No learning occurred in this climate.
I have so many questions: If the allegations are so egregious, are Detroit/Chicago police involved? This trip was always on the team schedule so what part of it was unsanctioned? Do coaches know they need permission slips, etc for an out of state game when school is not in session? Why can’t the boys basketball team finish their season if none of them have been suspended? If an unsafe, unorganized culture existed for years before all this, why wasn’t the former principal investigated instead of promoted to a central office position? Why was the WYHS Principal not fired or criminally prosecuted for knowingly allowing the swimming coach to embezzle $30K instead of her 5 day suspension? Why can’t Thuet and Brumfield be re-trained or put on probation and reinstated? Why does CPS hire an ousted Evanston principal who was involved in a scandal involving a teacher giving students melatonin? The decision making at the top of CPS is questionable and inconsistent.
The damage has been done to our school, which is unfortunate when our LSC is in the middle of a Principal search process. Parents whose kids had hoped to attend next year are scrambling for a different option. Freshman parents are thinking of transferring their kids out. To them I say this: stop and think about what kind of school you want your child to be in. Diverse? Check. Dedicated and involved parents? Absolutely. Rigorous classes? Yep. Great teachers and faculty? YES! Top notch athletic and arts programs? Of course. Students with school pride? Check.
This has been an incredibly tough year at LPHS. Days before school started, the longtime principal resigned. An 11 day strike happened. A student committed su***de. And we can’t forget about the coyote. During all of those hard days, a woman stood outside the school every morning and welcomed each student to school with shouts of “Hey Queen! Good Morning King! So glad to see you, Sunshine!” That woman has been fired and the first part of their day is a dreary reminder of that fact.
The LSC will hopefully meet soon with CPS leaders and get some clarity. It may be that none of the administrators and coaches deserve to be back. We don’t want names of victims. We don’t want gory details. But we do want to know why, when and how all of this happened. If we can’t learn from the mistakes, we can’t grow and do better in the future.
Most of all, we want to be supportive of the victims and families involved. I can’t imagine being the victim and hearing the rallying cries of thousands of people wanting to bring back the staff that allegedly caused her/him great harm. One of my kids didn’t participate in the protest because a young girl was sexually assaulted and “that’s just wrong.”
In the meantime, parents are scrambling to fix this. An active Facebook group has started, a new action group is being organized, letters are being written to the press to put pressure on CPS to somehow make this right - or at least to stop the mistakes, and CPS’s phone lines are being flooded daily.
No school is perfect but I have never seen stakeholders be so united in healing a school. When we rise from the ashes of the blaze CPS caused, LPHS will be stronger and better than ever.
Happy birthday, Sara!
Sarah, Thanks for the invite to your Holiday Party this afternoon in Wrigleyvile! It was great chatting with you! Here are some pics from the event! Enjoy!
Thank you to Sara Feigenholtz for State Representative for standing up to support Chicago students' right to free speech!
This photo was made possible by years of hard work and dedication. The lady on the left (in black coat) had a baby in 1931 and placed her for adoption, That baby( lady on the right- senior year in High School) grew up with wonderful parents but also with a lot of questions. Access to sealed adoption records allowed my friend to finally know her birth mother's name. Ancestry dna testing allowed cousins to connect and for her to see a photo of her birth mother.
THANK YOU State Representative Sara Feigenholtz for helping so many people discover their roots.
I hope you have a very HappyThanksgiving! Your hard work and dedication has helped more people than you will ever know, I am sure many of the people celebrating this Thanksgiving together would not have ever met with out your hard work that gave them access to birth records.
Hi Representative Feigenholtz,
I just wanted to reach out to you and express my gratitude for your work on the bill HB0312. It is vital in this state for Advance practice nurses to be able to collaborate with our Physician colleagues but to also have the ability practice independently especially in this changing healthcare world.
Thanks,
Margaret Tobin