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OUR 40TH
OUR COMMUNITY
OUR POWER

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OUR MISSION

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ELECTORAL POWER

We build political infrastructure to ensure our neighbors have a direct voice in who represents us and how our ward's resources are allocated. Through door knocking, phone banks, and talking to neighbors, we build community and power!

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COMMUNITY ORGANIZING

Through ward socials, political education, 1:1s, and peer discourse we connect with 40th Ward residents to build the long-term relationships needed to advocate for shared local priorities.

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COMMUNITY DEFENSE

We organize to protect our most vulnerable neighbors from displacement, harmful legislation, and systemic neglect, ensuring the 40th Ward stays home for everyone.

FUNDRAISING SPOTLIGHT

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Date: Saturday, April 12, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: 40th Ward Community Center

Every dollar raised supports our local organizing, community defense, and electoral resources. Participate in building progressive power in the 40th Ward - Join Us and Support!

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UPCOMING OUR 40th EVENTS

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ANDRE FUNDRAISER

Join Us on Wednesday March 4th at Lady Gregory's in Andersonville as we Celebrate Chicago's Birthday and support the work Andre has been doing for our ward and city! 

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OUR 40th DAY of ACTION

Join us Sunday Feb 15th at 1pm for the Our 40th Day of Action in support of endorsed candidates! Click on the link to RSVP!

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ICE WATCH POLL WATCH TRAINING 

With the possibility of ICE and Federal Agents coming back and potentially stationed at polling locations to suppress voter turnout, we need neighbors to help witness and record at polling locations in the ward. Volunteer with us and help keep us safe!

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Our Leadership

The dedicated neighbors working together to build progressive community power across the 40th Ward.

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Andre Vasquez

Alderperson

Leading the 40th Ward with progressive community focus.

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Deirdre O’Connor

20th District Councilor

Advocating for 20th District residents at the city level.

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Catherine “Cat” Sharp

Organizer

Building grassroots power through local coordination.

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Angelique Guzman

Youth Organizer

Empowering the next generation of 40th Ward activists.

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OUR 40TH LIVE

Follow our collective effort to build community power through live updates on ward safety, grassroots meetings, and volunteer milestones.

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LATEST UPDATES

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Vision 2026

Building Local Power: Our Vision for the 40th Ward

We're reimagining what it means to be a volunteer-led political organization. From electoral power to community defense...

February 7, 2026

Our 40th Day of Action Recap

Over 100 neighbors joined us to discuss housing initiatives and local community development plans...

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VOLUNTEER DOOR-TO-DOOR

Mobilize our neighbors and build electoral power where it matters most—at the doorstep.

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Join Us Every Wednesday evening as we call neighbors to support our candidates, whether by voting and/or volunteer opportunities!

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