On Memorial Day, we remember and pay tribute to those who gave their lives to protect our democracy.

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. Our elected officials in Lake County have worked hard to raise awareness and build support for those living with mental health issues. Though we highlight it in May, this important work happens throughout the year.

Thanks to our Regional Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael Karner, who is on the ballot for re-election this fall, and State's Attorney Eric Rinehart for working with the National Threat Assessment Center to prevent violence in Lake County schools.

Happy Mother's Day from the Lake County Democrats!

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Lake County Democrats celebrate and honor Mexican heritage and the valuable contributions of Mexican Americans to our community.

This Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Lake Dems celebrates the diverse cultures and traditions of the AANHPI community and recognizes their invaluable contributions to our country. #AANHPIHeritageMonth

Today is Workers Memorial Day. Though the right to a safe job is a fundamental right, over the years, countless people have experienced unsafe or even deadly work conditions. 1/2

Happy Arbor Day from Lake Dems! Rooted to our past and bringing hope to our future, trees can mean so much. Whether providing shade on a sunny afternoon, or a home to wildlife on a rainy morning, trees can be around us without us stopping to realize how beautiful and important they can be.

From Lake County Democrats to all: Happy Earth Day. We are all connected on one planet. Let's remember that in whatever we do the other days of the year.

Yesterday evening, the Lake County Democrats gathered for our biennial convention and elected Daniel Didech as Chair and Laura Faver Dias as First Vice Chair. Lake Dems are unified, fired up, and ready to work together to flip even more seats this year!

Trump continues to be a disaster who thinks he can do whatever he wants. In March, Lake Dems joined numerous groups across the area, stood up, and said, “NO KINGS!” Whether you were in Gurnee, Highland Park, Buffalo Grove, Wauconda, or another nearby protest, THANK YOU.

If you're a middle-class American playing by the rules, Donald Trump isn't looking out for you.

Because of Donald Trump and Republican politicians, the American people feel worse about the economy than ever. That's sad for the country, a bad sign for the future, and something voters will not forget this November. www.cnn.com/2026/04/10/e...

Lake Dems wishes a very Happy Easter to all who are celebrating in our area and beyond.

Chag Sameach! Happy Passover to all who celebrate!

On Transgender Day of Visibility, let's stand together for those in our trans community to be able to be their true selves, even as others work against them.

Our Lake Dems Chair @laurenbethgash.bsky.social is on the host committee for this event tonight -- the 4th Annual Lawyers for Personal PAC. If you want to help elect pro-choice Democrats in Illinois, check it out: secure.ngpvan.com/DaFqZYQpQkq_...

TODAY! Come on out to a #NOKINGS event near you! lakedems.org/lake-dems-or...

Lake Dems is joining numerous groups to stand up and say, "NO KINGS" on Saturday, March 28. Sign up for one of the events below, and fill out the form here -- secure.ngpvan.com/aoE_wZetAUOe... -- if you're able to help volunteer for an event in Highland Park, Gurnee, Buffalo Grove, or Wauconda.

Lake Dems is hosting this in Waukegan today (5:00 to 6:30pm) in conjunction with Tenth Dems. RSVP: tenthdems.org/ltpwaukegan Come out and join the discussion. Free admission. Open to Democrats. Refreshments provided. See you there!

As Ramadan comes to an end, Lake Dems wishes Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating Eid al-Fitr.

The Democratic primary election is in the books. Thank you to all -- voters, supporters, Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega and his team, volunteers (and our hardworking Tenth Dems/Lake Dems Election Protection Team), and the candidates -- for making our democracy work. (cont'd)

Happy St. Patrick's Day (and Election Day)!

Here's a number to call with questions about voting and/or to report problems at voting locations: our local Democratic Voter Assistance Hotline is 847-433-VOTE (8683). We can often send someone to a location quickly to troubleshoot. -Lake Dems/Tenth Dems Election Protection Team

Tuesday, March 10, 6:30 to 8:00pm, on Zoom --> Our Tenth Dems/Lake Dems Election Protection/Poll Watcher training. Open to Democrats. Attorneys, note the free 1.5 hours Professional Responsibility credit available. Sign up for training here: secure.ngpvan.com/JE82qWHBK0WM...

Happy International Women's Day from the Lake County Democrats!

Early Voting is in full-swing and we are looking for additional volunteers for the Tenth Dems/Lake Dems Election Protection Team to help ensure that everyone who is eligible to vote is allowed to cast a vote that will be counted.

Voting is underway in the 2026 primary, and March 2 marks the beginning of countywide Early Voting. Below is some information that can help as you and friends and family get out to vote: --Location and hours...

This Women's History Month, Lake County Democrats are proud to celebrate the women — past, present, and future — who have and will continue to lead with strength and courage to defend our Democratic values. #WomensHistoryMonth

Ramadan Mubarak! During the holy season of Ramadan, the Democratic Party of Illinois wishes our Muslim community a month full of joy, growth, and peace with your loved ones.

If you care about helping to protect voting rights, sign up to join the Tenth Dems/Lake Dems Election Protection Team at tenthdems.org/electionprotection The first of two trainings on Zoom is Tuesday, February 24, from 6:30-8:00pm. (continued)

Loser Loses on Tariffs in Supreme Court

Attorneys and other volunteers, want to help protect voting rights? An attorney looking for CLE credit? --Join the Tenth Dems/Lake Dems Election Protection Team -- sign up at tenthdems.org/electionprotection . We need your support during Early Voting and on Election Day. 1/2

Trump doesn't represent Lake County or American values. The peaceful protesters, like Lake County voters before them, made that pretty clear. And we will continue to do that. bsky.app/profile/lake...

Want to hear from someone who is quite the contrast to Donald Trump? Governor JB Pritzker gives his State of the State address today. Watch live here: www.illinois.gov/about/live-v... @jbpritzker.bsky.social

Happy Lunar New Year from the Lake County Democrats! May everyone celebrating enjoy a happy, healthy, and prosperous Year of the Horse.

Rest in peace, Rev. Jesse Jackson. bsky.app/profile/illi...

On President’s Day, so many Lake Dems friends joined with likeminded folks for the “Not My President” protest in Round Lake Beach. Donald Trump doesn’t represent Lake County or American values.

Happy Valentine's Day from Lake County Democrats! If you love seeing Democrats get elected, then volunteer, chip in, and especially vote.

This is how the Republicans recognize Black History Month: Donald Trump posts something racist, then Republican politicians stay silent because they're too gutless or they agree with him. Either way, it's time to vote for Democrats up and down the ballot, and to vote out all the Republican cowards.

Starting Thursday, February 5, voters can call the Democratic Voter Assistance Hotline at 847-433-VOTE (8683). Knowledgeable volunteers will be available to answer questions about when, where, and how to vote, and to help troubleshoot any difficulties that may arise.

At a time when some are actively trying to erase Black voices and even remove exhibits that acknowledge slavery, Lake Dems is proud to celebrate Black History Month.

Congrats, @repdidech.bsky.social for being named Illinois Association of Park Districts Legislator of the Year, and to Waukegan Park District Chair Anton Mathews (also a Lake Dems Vice Chair), who accepted the Champions of Change Award for the Waukegan Park District. Dems in Lake County get it done!

Today on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honor the memory of the six million Jews who died in the Holocaust, and remember those who survived and those who risked their lives to save others. Let us work to make sure we root out hatred so we can truly say #NeverAgain.

Take a moment to read the statement below. We’re fortunate for these thoughtful remarks and to have reasonable, principled leaders in Lake County like State's Attorney Eric Rinehart to stand up to the extremism of the Trump Administration.

Thank you being on top of this, @lakecountyclerk.bsky.social. See the Lake County Clerk's post below about the US Postal Service and voting.

Today as we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., let's remember his work, be inspired to change our world for good, recognize the progress we've made, and rededicate ourselves to continue the work we still need to do. #mlkday

TONIGHT! Join Lake County Democrats for an open house during ArtWauk, and spend some time with Democratic friends. Details: Lake Dems Open House during ArtWauk When: Saturday, January 17, 5:00 to 7:00pm Where: Lake Dems Waukegan Office, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan (right near the Genesee Theatre)

We could use a volunteer to help post about upcoming events. You can check out the list at lakedems.org/events -- it's a great resource to connect candidates, volunteers, and activists, and there's so much going on, which means a lot of events to get the word out about. Let us know if you can help.

Do Lake County Republicans still think Kristi Noem is “exciting and inspiring”? Noem was keynote speaker for local Republicans for their annual event in 2021. They were excited to have her before, and, coincidentally, have been pretty quiet about Trump and Noem and ICE since.