Join us Thursday, December 17, for "A Vision for Change," a discussion with newly elected State's Attorney Eric Rinehart, Esq., on the topic of criminal justice reform. There will be a question & answer session after his presentation....
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Thursday, December 17, 2020
7:00-8:00 pm
Virtual on Zoom
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
7:00 pm
Online via teleconference
The presentation will be made via Zoom on Wednesday, December 2, at 7:00 PM, using the link below. The history of our League has been shaped by her tireless and consistent donations of time and talent. Let's celebrate Ann and raise a glass to her during our Holiday League Lounge.
Zoom Link to our Holiday League Lounge on...
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Thursday, November 5, 2020
7:00-8:00 pm
Virtual on Zoom
As our society embraces the enhanced use of cameras, questions about facial recognition and your digital footprint are increasingly important. Join former DOJ prosecutor Mark Rasch, Esq., to discuss this complex topic.
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Tuesday, November 3, 2020
5:30-6:30 pm
Virtual on Zoom
We had so much fun at our first "League Lounge" gathering after the Annual Meeting Part 2 that we're looking forward to getting together again for an hour or so on Election Day, and then monthly after that to stay in touch and share ideas.
The Hospitality Committee is coming up with fun drink recipes for the occasion. Watch for those,...
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Sunday, October 25, 2020
4:00 pm
Virtual on Zoom
Join us for a discussion with Judge Wallace B. Dunn, Illinois 19th Circuit Court (retired), to explain the judicial election process.
A dynamic speaker, Judge Dunn will address the selection, evaluation, and retention steps. Statements by judges up for retention on our November ballot may be available.
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Wednesday, October 28, 2020
5:30-6:30 pm
Virtual on Zoom
The League of Women Voters has advocated for abolishing this antiquated system since 1970, in favor of a direct popular vote. The unintended consequence of the Electoral College is that the Presidency is determined by voters in only a few so-called “swing” states, discouraging turnout in non-swing states and polarizing the electorate. On five...
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Sunday, October 11, 2020
Candidates: For Coroner, Jennifer Banek (D) and Howard Cooper (R); for State's Attorney, Michael Nerheim (R) and Eric Rinehart (D).
Also, Erin Cartwright Weinstein, Lake County Circuit Court Clerk, may give an opening...
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