The Election File

Voters let their opinions known at each election. WBEZ covers all the platforms, debates and issues as candidates vie for office.

Artists not showing up for 2012 election

Oct. 30, 2012
After creating some of the most memorable images and sounds of the 2008 presidential campaign, artists are keeping a lower profile this election cycle. 

Mayoral frontrunners face off in first major debate

Jan. 18, 2011
Last night the four frontrunners for mayor gathered for their first major debate of the election. The candidates did not generate a lot of sparks. But there were quite a few questions – nearly three dozen of them. And they were posed by high schoolers.

Mark Kirk sworn-in to Senate

Nov. 29, 2010
Illinois has a new U.S. senator. Republican Mark Kirk was sworn in Monday evening by Vice President Joe Biden. After administering the oath of office, Biden embraced Kirk and said, "Congratulations, senator. Welcome."With that, Kirk - a five-term member of the U.S.

Emanuel says voters aren't focused on his residency

Nov. 29, 2010
Rahm Emanuel is responding to objections filed with the Chicago election board against his candidacy.

With most candidate petitions in, mayoral campaigns consider ballot challenges

Nov. 16, 2010
More than a half-dozen candidates for Chicago mayor have filed their paperwork with the board of elections, and some are already looking for ways to kick each other off the ballot.U.S Rep.

Analysis: Chicago mayoral hopefuls file for the ballot

Nov. 15, 2010
Most candidates for Chicago mayor are now one step closer to getting on the ballot. Monday was the first day they could file the required 12,500 signatures with the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners.

Chicago's mayoral hopefuls file their petitions

Nov. 15, 2010
Two candidates for Chicago mayor said they each turned in close to 100,000 signatures Monday along with their campaign paperwork.

Petitions for mayor can be turned in today

Nov. 15, 2010
Long lines will form Monday morning at the Chicago Board of Elections. That's because candidates for mayor, city clerk, treasurer and aldermen can start turning in their nominating petitions Monday. Mayor Daley-wannabees must submit 12,500 signatures to get on the ballot.

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