Richland County Illinois Democrats

07/23/2026

Two more opportunities to meet this outstanding candidate close to home!

07/21/2026

Many opportunities to meet this inspiring candidate - Julie Fortier

Mike Bost has often spoken out against the weaponization of government. That's why it's so troubling that, after the VFW opposed his legislation, he asked the Department of Veterans Affairs to investigate the organization.

I don't believe any administration (Republican or Democrat) should use federal agencies to target veterans’ organizations because of a policy disagreement.

Veterans fought to defend our freedoms. Their organizations should never have to fear retaliation for exercising them.

07/21/2026

Missed seeing the candidate in Olney? Here’s your chance to see her close to home!

07/20/2026

Please make sure you and yours are registered to vote and make a plan to vote - over your lunch break if you need to!

Women for Justice

07/18/2026

Two more chances to meet the Candidate this weekend!

07/17/2026

If you didn’t get to speak with her last week in Olney - head north tonight!

All are welcome tonight!

07/17/2026

Is YOUR plan to vote in place?

Mark your calendar! 🗓️

Starting August 5, Illinois voters can begin requesting a Vote By Mail ballot for the upcoming election.

Vote By Mail is a secure and convenient way to cast your ballot.

Apply beginning August 5 at elections.il.gov.

07/17/2026

If you are concerned about whether our elections are free and fair (they are, of course), consider serving as an election judge and see for yourself all the checks and balances which are in place! Contact your local Precinct Committee Person (or any of your Committee People) OR waltz yourself in to your County Clerk’s Office!

07/13/2026

07/11/2026

Tonight is your chance to meet Julie Fortier and hear about her vision for Southern Illinois! Join us at her Town Hall at Smoke Rise Steakhouse in Olney beginning at 5pm.

Drive through enough towns in Southern Illinois and you start noticing the same thing. Empty storefronts. Buildings that used to be busy. Businesses that have been part of a community for years suddenly gone.

It's not because people stopped caring. It's because for too many families and small business owners, the numbers just don't work anymore.

We need good jobs, thriving local businesses, and communities where people can afford to build a life. Every community matters.