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Loyola University
The Loyola chapter of FairVote Illinois (known on campus as FairVote Illinois LUC) is dedicated to bringing better elections to the city of Chicago. We focus on advocacy and activism on the Loyola campus and in surrounding areas, working to ensure young people are helping lead the charge for this powerful electoral reform.
Meet your chapter lead!
Kamryn McPhaul is a student at Loyola University Chicago. She is currently studying Environmental Studies and Political Science. She enjoys watching anime, reading manga, working out and cooking in her free time. Kamryn has been interested and involved in reform since her junior year of high school; she most recently led a successful RCV petition drive in her home state of Michigan. She hopes that this chapter of FairVote Illinois will be a stepping stone in showcasing Gen Z’s impact on voter reform in these next couple years. Kamryn is an advocate for RCV because, “It is a more fair and equitable way to vote and get marginalized communities heard.”
Have an idea for the Loyola chapter? Reach Kamryn directly at [email protected]
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Show Your Support for Ranked Choice Voting in Illinois
Read the Chicago Sun-Times Op-Ed
What is Ranked Choice Voting? (Video)
Join an upcoming ranked choice voting advocacy event!
Tell your lawmakers you want Ranked Choice Voting in Illinois!
Ranked Choice Voting In Illinois News
Chicago Needs Ranked Choice Voting. Here’s why…
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Northwest Chicago
The Northwest Chicago chapter of FairVote Illinois is dedicated to bringing better elections to the city of Chicago. We focus on advocacy and activism in the Northwest neighborhoods, including: Albany Park, Avondale, Belmont Cragin, Bucktown, Dunning, Edison Park, Galewood, Hermosa, Irving Park, Jefferson Park, Logan Square, Montclare, North Center, North Park, Norwood Park, O'Hare, and Portage Park.
Meet your chapter lead!
Corina Schusheim has been a Chicagoan most of her adult life and lives in Albany Park. She is a software developer and has lent her skills to supporting the performing arts in years past. She served on the Board of Directors for The Saints, Volunteers for the Performing Arts from 2012-2016. Corina is passionate about ranked choice voting because she sees the limitations of our current system and how it often leaves voters with no good choices, compelling them to vote against a candidate instead of for one they truly support. “There is no opening for any party outside the current duopoly. My goal is to help change that.”
Have an idea for the Northwest Chicago chapter? Reach Corina directly at [email protected]
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DuPage County
The DuPage County chapter of FairVote Illinois is dedicated to bringing better elections across DuPage County. We focus on advocacy and activism in all cities throughout the county, working to inform everyone about the benefits of ranked choice voting.
Meet your chapter leads!
Joe Cardinal is a husband, father of three, animal lover, works in IT, practices martial arts, enjoys outdoor skills, collecting comics (yes, he likes to rank them) and all things nerdy. “I love RCV and working with the team. Not only is it a critical step in addressing the many issues we face, it brings me in contact with so many people who care about the future.”
Samrah Syed is a junior at Hinsdale Central High School. She is an editor for her school’s newspaper and an experienced campaign worker. In 2022, she helped get Congressman Sean Casten reelected in both the primary and general elections. As a 16-year-old who is passionate about politics, Samrah is a dedicated advocate for ranked choice voting because it will empower voters, enable underrepresented voices, and enhance the democratic process to be more inclusive and just.
Have an idea for the Dupage County chapter? Reach Joe at [email protected] and Samrah at [email protected].
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Join The Movement
Join the movement for voting reform! Add your name to the growing list of people who support bringing ranked choice voting to Illinois, and keep up with what we’re doing at FairVote Illinois.
In ranked choice voting, instead of choosing just one candidate, voters can rank their favorites in order of preference. To win, candidates need to win more than 50% of the votes. The candidate with the fewest first-choice votes is eliminated. If you voted for that candidate, your vote goes to your second choice automatically. The process repeats until a candidate wins a majority.
With ranked choice voting, voters are generally happy with the outcome, candidates run more positive campaigns, and more candidates of different backgrounds enter races. -
Join The Movement
Join the movement for voting reform! Add your name to the growing list of people who support bringing ranked choice voting to Illinois, and keep up with what we’re doing at FairVote Illinois.
In ranked choice voting, instead of choosing just one candidate, voters can rank their favorites in order of preference. To win, candidates need to win more than 50% of the votes. The candidate with the fewest first-choice votes is eliminated. If you voted for that candidate, your vote goes to your second choice automatically. The process repeats until a candidate wins a majority.
With ranked choice voting, voters are generally happy with the outcome, candidates run more positive campaigns, and more candidates of different backgrounds enter races. -
Oak Park
The Oak Park chapter of FairVote Illinois is dedicated to bringing better elections to the village of Oak Park and surrounding areas. We focus on advocacy and activism in Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park, and Berwyn.
Meet your chapter lead!
Manolo Avalos is an upcoming senior at Oak Park & River Forest High School. He is an environmental activist and experienced campaign volunteer. Most recently he worked to help elect Brian Straw to the Oak Park Village Board. Since he is only 17, he can’t vote yet but finds other ways to make sure his voice is heard. Manolo supports ranked choice voting as a way to increase freedom and fairness in our elections, reduce barriers for marginalized candidates, and allow voters more choice in the process.
Have an idea for the Oak Park chapter? Reach Manolo directly at [email protected]
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Central Chicago
The Central Chicago chapter of FairVote Illinois is dedicated to bringing better elections to the city of Chicago. We focus on advocacy and activism in the Central neighborhoods, including: Old Town, The Loop, South Loop, Streeterville, West Loop, Gold Coast, Goose Island, and Fulton River District.
Meet your chapter lead!
Abigail Nichols is a retired federal food policy analyst who moved to Chicago on a whim four years ago because of neighborhood noise in DC. A whim has become devotion; Abigail and her husband, Carl, love Chicago! She has loved ranked choice voting since she co-authored a study for the Washington DC League of Women Voters more than 10 years ago. She also ran for the Illinois State legislature in 2022. “Sure, Chicago has problems, but now I can sleep. Sleep gives me energy to work on problems while enjoying the glory of a city with an amazing past and future.”
Have an idea for the Central Chicago chapter? Reach Abigail directly at [email protected]
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Northside Chicago
The Northside Chicago chapter of FairVote Illinois is dedicated to bringing better elections to the city of Chicago. We focus on advocacy and activism in the Northside neighborhoods, including: Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Uptown, Ravenswood, Andersonville, Edgewater, Rogers Park, West Ridge, Lincoln Square, and DePaul.
Meet your chapter lead!
Dan Parmer is a husband, father, and lifelong Chicagoan living in Ravenswood. As a 47th Ward Precinct Captain and member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 399, he is seasoned in political action, organizing, and engaging voters, including recent work helping to pass the Workers’ Rights Amendment! Dan is passionate about ranked choice voting because, “It will level the playing field for marginalized candidates, empower voters by giving them more freedom of choice, and combat the polarization and divisiveness that is eroding our democracy.”
Have an idea for the Northside Chicago chapter? Reach Dan directly at [email protected]
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