A major step forward for civic engagement in Illinois. The Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. Youth Voter Empowerment Bill has passed both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly and now awaits the Governor’s signature. #HB4339 #YouthVoterEmpowerment #RevJesseJackson #VotingRights

Big win for civic engagement. HB 4339 — the Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. Young Voter Empowerment Law, is moving forward, bringing voter registration directly into the high school experience for eligible seniors.

On Rosie the Riveter Day, we honor the women who stepped up and broke barriers to move our nation forward. Rosie isn't just history-she's a symbol of the courage and determination that still drives progress today.

This International Women’s Day we recognize the extraordinary women who lead in our homes, our communities, and our institutions. Progress has always been driven by women who were willing to challenge barriers and demand a seat at the table.

From my speech on the IL House floor commentating the life of a community pillar. Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. taught us that democracy only works when everyone has a seat at the table. From Selma to Chicago, he never stopped fighting to expand the promise of America.

Today, we honor a giant @RevJJackson whose voice and vision helped bend this nation closer to justice. Rev. Jackson Sr. was more than a civil rights leader, he was a moral force who reminded America that our democracy must include everyone. His partnership with countless

At the Illinois State Capitol, the Pan-African flag flies high alongside the American flag, a powerful reminder that Black history is American history, and that our democracy is strongest when it reflects all of its people.

Black History Month began in Chicago. Not as a ceremony, but as a statement for change! A reminder that this city’s Black communities have always been organizers, truth-tellers, and builders of power. In the past but also into the future. From the South Side to the West Side,

Microplastics, including tiny pieces of glitter are showing up in 90% of environmental samples in the Great Lakes. It’s time for action. I’ve introduced legislation HB4175 to ban non-biodegradable glitter in personal care products.@ilenviro @HouseDemsIL

From Selma to our schools, the fight for voting rights has always been about ensuring the next generation has a voice. 🗳️✊🏾 I’m proud to share my latest op-ed in the @TheChicagoCru and to have introduced the @RevJJackson Youth Voter Empowerment Bill, which ensures eligible high-