Re: Adults with I/DD voting

[Guest guest]

I would encourage everyone to give serious consideration to Pam's suggestions.

Thank you Pam, for the suggestions and for providing us with the links for

follow through..

Ellen

Ellen Garber Bronfeld

egskb@...

Adults with I/DD voting

Happy New Year - In the past, we have debated the ethics of people with

Intellectual/Developmental disabilities voting.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD can make a choice after being

given the information in clear, understandable words and support to indicate

their choice.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD are not capable of making an

informed decision regardless of how the information is presented and supports

provided.

If you wondered if your adult child with I/DD might be able to vote with the

appropriate supports - please download the Voter's Registration application and

get it into the mail TOMORROW. Maybe the thought of preparing your son or

daughter to go to a Registrar's Office has deterred you. Or maybe you thought

the Registrar might judge or question your son or daughter's ability to vote.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

If you are the parent, caregiver or someone who loves a person with an

Intellectual or Developmental disability - WE NEED YOU TO VOTE!!!

Please register.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

We can make a difference. Our voices can be heard.

Be a good citizen. Tweet. Update your FaceBook status. Email all your family

and friends. Tell them we need them. Give them the information and encourage

them to register.

This is the application to complete and mail.

http://www.elections.il.gov/Downloads/VotingInformation/PDF/R-19.pdf

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND MAIL THIS APPLICATION TOMORROW – MONDAY,

JANUARY 4 TH .

THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS JANUARY 5 TH .

Here is a brochure that describes the process for voter registration.

http://www.elections.state.il.us/Downloads/ElectionInformation/PDF/registervote.\

pdf

What forms of identification may be needed when I register to vote?

Two forms of identification with at least one showing your current residence

address is needed when you register in-person. If you register by mail

sufficient proof of identity is required by submission of your driver's license

number or State identification card number. If you don't have either of those,

verification by the last 4 digits of the your social security number, a copy of

a current and valid photo identification, or a copy of a current utility bill,

bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document that

shows your name and address will be required. A person may also demonstrate

sufficient proof of identity by submission of a photo identification issued by a

college or university accompanied by either a copy of the applicant's contract

or lease for a residence or any postmarked mail delivered to the applicant at

his or her current residence address.

Pam

[Guest guest]

I would encourage everyone to give serious consideration to Pam's suggestions.

Thank you Pam, for the suggestions and for providing us with the links for

follow through..

Ellen

Ellen Garber Bronfeld

egskb@...

Adults with I/DD voting

Happy New Year - In the past, we have debated the ethics of people with

Intellectual/Developmental disabilities voting.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD can make a choice after being

given the information in clear, understandable words and support to indicate

their choice.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD are not capable of making an

informed decision regardless of how the information is presented and supports

provided.

If you wondered if your adult child with I/DD might be able to vote with the

appropriate supports - please download the Voter's Registration application and

get it into the mail TOMORROW. Maybe the thought of preparing your son or

daughter to go to a Registrar's Office has deterred you. Or maybe you thought

the Registrar might judge or question your son or daughter's ability to vote.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

If you are the parent, caregiver or someone who loves a person with an

Intellectual or Developmental disability - WE NEED YOU TO VOTE!!!

Please register.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

We can make a difference. Our voices can be heard.

Be a good citizen. Tweet. Update your FaceBook status. Email all your family

and friends. Tell them we need them. Give them the information and encourage

them to register.

This is the application to complete and mail.

http://www.elections.il.gov/Downloads/VotingInformation/PDF/R-19.pdf

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND MAIL THIS APPLICATION TOMORROW – MONDAY,

JANUARY 4 TH .

THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS JANUARY 5 TH .

Here is a brochure that describes the process for voter registration.

http://www.elections.state.il.us/Downloads/ElectionInformation/PDF/registervote.\

pdf

What forms of identification may be needed when I register to vote?

Two forms of identification with at least one showing your current residence

address is needed when you register in-person. If you register by mail

sufficient proof of identity is required by submission of your driver's license

number or State identification card number. If you don't have either of those,

verification by the last 4 digits of the your social security number, a copy of

a current and valid photo identification, or a copy of a current utility bill,

bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document that

shows your name and address will be required. A person may also demonstrate

sufficient proof of identity by submission of a photo identification issued by a

college or university accompanied by either a copy of the applicant's contract

or lease for a residence or any postmarked mail delivered to the applicant at

his or her current residence address.

Pam

[Guest guest]

Can someone register to vote if they have a legal guardian?

From: ELLEN BRONFELD <egskb@...>

Subject: Re: Adults with I/DD voting

IPADDUnite

Date: Sunday, January 3, 2010, 11:59 PM

 

I would encourage everyone to give serious consideration to Pam's suggestions.

Thank you Pam, for the suggestions and for providing us with the links for

follow through..

Ellen

Ellen Garber Bronfeld

egskbsbcglobal (DOT) net

Adults with I/DD voting

Happy New Year - In the past, we have debated the ethics of people with

Intellectual/ Developmental disabilities voting.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD can make a choice after being

given the information in clear, understandable words and support to indicate

their choice.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD are not capable of making an

informed decision regardless of how the information is presented and supports

provided.

If you wondered if your adult child with I/DD might be able to vote with the

appropriate supports - please download the Voter's Registration application and

get it into the mail TOMORROW. Maybe the thought of preparing your son or

daughter to go to a Registrar's Office has deterred you. Or maybe you thought

the Registrar might judge or question your son or daughter's ability to vote.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

If you are the parent, caregiver or someone who loves a person with an

Intellectual or Developmental disability - WE NEED YOU TO VOTE!!!

Please register.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

We can make a difference. Our voices can be heard.

Be a good citizen. Tweet. Update your FaceBook status. Email all your family and

friends. Tell them we need them. Give them the information and encourage them to

register.

This is the application to complete and mail.

http://www.election s.il.gov/ Downloads/ VotingInformatio n/PDF/R-19. pdf

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND MAIL THIS APPLICATION TOMORROW – MONDAY, JANUARY

4 TH .

THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS JANUARY 5 TH .

Here is a brochure that describes the process for voter registration.

http://www.election s.state.il. us/Downloads/ ElectionInformat ion/PDF/register

vote.pdf

What forms of identification may be needed when I register to vote?

Two forms of identification with at least one showing your current residence

address is needed when you register in-person. If you register by mail

sufficient proof of identity is required by submission of your driver's license

number or State identification card number. If you don't have either of those,

verification by the last 4 digits of the your social security number, a copy of

a current and valid photo identification, or a copy of a current utility bill,

bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document that

shows your name and address will be required. A person may also demonstrate

sufficient proof of identity by submission of a photo identification issued by a

college or university accompanied by either a copy of the applicant's contract

or lease for a residence or any postmarked mail delivered to the applicant at

his or her current residence address.

Pam

[Guest guest]

Can someone register to vote if they have a legal guardian?

From: ELLEN BRONFELD <egskb@...>

Subject: Re: Adults with I/DD voting

IPADDUnite

Date: Sunday, January 3, 2010, 11:59 PM

 

I would encourage everyone to give serious consideration to Pam's suggestions.

Thank you Pam, for the suggestions and for providing us with the links for

follow through..

Ellen

Ellen Garber Bronfeld

egskbsbcglobal (DOT) net

Adults with I/DD voting

Happy New Year - In the past, we have debated the ethics of people with

Intellectual/ Developmental disabilities voting.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD can make a choice after being

given the information in clear, understandable words and support to indicate

their choice.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD are not capable of making an

informed decision regardless of how the information is presented and supports

provided.

If you wondered if your adult child with I/DD might be able to vote with the

appropriate supports - please download the Voter's Registration application and

get it into the mail TOMORROW. Maybe the thought of preparing your son or

daughter to go to a Registrar's Office has deterred you. Or maybe you thought

the Registrar might judge or question your son or daughter's ability to vote.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

If you are the parent, caregiver or someone who loves a person with an

Intellectual or Developmental disability - WE NEED YOU TO VOTE!!!

Please register.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

We can make a difference. Our voices can be heard.

Be a good citizen. Tweet. Update your FaceBook status. Email all your family and

friends. Tell them we need them. Give them the information and encourage them to

register.

This is the application to complete and mail.

http://www.election s.il.gov/ Downloads/ VotingInformatio n/PDF/R-19. pdf

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND MAIL THIS APPLICATION TOMORROW – MONDAY, JANUARY

4 TH .

THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS JANUARY 5 TH .

Here is a brochure that describes the process for voter registration.

http://www.election s.state.il. us/Downloads/ ElectionInformat ion/PDF/register

vote.pdf

What forms of identification may be needed when I register to vote?

Two forms of identification with at least one showing your current residence

address is needed when you register in-person. If you register by mail

sufficient proof of identity is required by submission of your driver's license

number or State identification card number. If you don't have either of those,

verification by the last 4 digits of the your social security number, a copy of

a current and valid photo identification, or a copy of a current utility bill,

bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document that

shows your name and address will be required. A person may also demonstrate

sufficient proof of identity by submission of a photo identification issued by a

college or university accompanied by either a copy of the applicant's contract

or lease for a residence or any postmarked mail delivered to the applicant at

his or her current residence address.

Pam

[Guest guest]

Yes, you are eligible to vote in IL even if you have a legal guardian.

has voted since she was 18 and we've been her legal guardians the entire

time.

Laurie

[Guest guest]

Yes, you are eligible to vote in IL even if you have a legal guardian.

has voted since she was 18 and we've been her legal guardians the entire

time.

Laurie

[Guest guest]

From the Illinois Constitution:

SECTION 1. VOTING QUALIFICATIONS

Every United States citizen who has attained the age of

18 or any other voting age required by the United States for

voting in State elections and who has been a permanent

resident of this State for at least 30 days next preceding

any election shall have the right to vote at such election.

The General Assembly by law may establish registration

requirements and require permanent residence in an election

district not to exceed thirty days prior to an election. The

General Assembly by law may establish shorter residence

requirements for voting for President and Vice-President of

the United States.

(Source: Amendment adopted at general election November 8,

1988.)

SECTION 2. VOTING DISQUALIFICATIONS

A person convicted of a felony, or otherwise under

sentence in a correctional institution or jail, shall lose

the right to vote, which right shall be restored not later

than upon completion of his sentence.

(Source: Illinois Constitution.)

Pam

Re: Adults with I/DD voting

Yes, you are eligible to vote in IL even if you have a legal guardian.

has voted since she was 18 and we've been her legal guardians the entire

time.

Laurie

[Guest guest]

From the Illinois Constitution:

SECTION 1. VOTING QUALIFICATIONS

Every United States citizen who has attained the age of

18 or any other voting age required by the United States for

voting in State elections and who has been a permanent

resident of this State for at least 30 days next preceding

any election shall have the right to vote at such election.

The General Assembly by law may establish registration

requirements and require permanent residence in an election

district not to exceed thirty days prior to an election. The

General Assembly by law may establish shorter residence

requirements for voting for President and Vice-President of

the United States.

(Source: Amendment adopted at general election November 8,

1988.)

SECTION 2. VOTING DISQUALIFICATIONS

A person convicted of a felony, or otherwise under

sentence in a correctional institution or jail, shall lose

the right to vote, which right shall be restored not later

than upon completion of his sentence.

(Source: Illinois Constitution.)

Pam

Re: Adults with I/DD voting

Yes, you are eligible to vote in IL even if you have a legal guardian.

has voted since she was 18 and we've been her legal guardians the entire

time.

Laurie

[Guest guest]

Yes, Margie, your son can vote, even if you are his legal guardian. I am my

son's legal guardian and he is registered to vote and has voted for the past

five years.

Ellen

Ellen Garber Bronfeld

egskb@...

Adults with I/DD voting

Happy New Year - In the past, we have debated the ethics of people with

Intellectual/ Developmental disabilities voting.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD can make a choice after being

given the information in clear, understandable words and support to indicate

their choice.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD are not capable of making an

informed decision regardless of how the information is presented and supports

provided.

If you wondered if your adult child with I/DD might be able to vote with the

appropriate supports - please download the Voter's Registration application and

get it into the mail TOMORROW. Maybe the thought of preparing your son or

daughter to go to a Registrar's Office has deterred you. Or maybe you thought

the Registrar might judge or question your son or daughter's ability to vote.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

If you are the parent, caregiver or someone who loves a person with an

Intellectual or Developmental disability - WE NEED YOU TO VOTE!!!

Please register.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

We can make a difference. Our voices can be heard.

Be a good citizen. Tweet. Update your FaceBook status. Email all your family

and friends. Tell them we need them. Give them the information and encourage

them to register.

This is the application to complete and mail.

http://www.election s.il.gov/ Downloads/ VotingInformatio n/PDF/R-19. pdf

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND MAIL THIS APPLICATION TOMORROW – MONDAY,

JANUARY 4 TH .

THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS JANUARY 5 TH .

Here is a brochure that describes the process for voter registration.

http://www.election s.state.il. us/Downloads/ ElectionInformat

ion/PDF/register vote.pdf

What forms of identification may be needed when I register to vote?

Two forms of identification with at least one showing your current residence

address is needed when you register in-person. If you register by mail

sufficient proof of identity is required by submission of your driver's license

number or State identification card number. If you don't have either of those,

verification by the last 4 digits of the your social security number, a copy of

a current and valid photo identification, or a copy of a current utility bill,

bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document that

shows your name and address will be required. A person may also demonstrate

sufficient proof of identity by submission of a photo identification issued by a

college or university accompanied by either a copy of the applicant's contract

or lease for a residence or any postmarked mail delivered to the applicant at

his or her current residence address.

Pam

[Guest guest]

Yes, Margie, your son can vote, even if you are his legal guardian. I am my

son's legal guardian and he is registered to vote and has voted for the past

five years.

Ellen

Ellen Garber Bronfeld

egskb@...

Adults with I/DD voting

Happy New Year - In the past, we have debated the ethics of people with

Intellectual/ Developmental disabilities voting.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD can make a choice after being

given the information in clear, understandable words and support to indicate

their choice.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD are not capable of making an

informed decision regardless of how the information is presented and supports

provided.

If you wondered if your adult child with I/DD might be able to vote with the

appropriate supports - please download the Voter's Registration application and

get it into the mail TOMORROW. Maybe the thought of preparing your son or

daughter to go to a Registrar's Office has deterred you. Or maybe you thought

the Registrar might judge or question your son or daughter's ability to vote.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

If you are the parent, caregiver or someone who loves a person with an

Intellectual or Developmental disability - WE NEED YOU TO VOTE!!!

Please register.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

We can make a difference. Our voices can be heard.

Be a good citizen. Tweet. Update your FaceBook status. Email all your family

and friends. Tell them we need them. Give them the information and encourage

them to register.

This is the application to complete and mail.

http://www.election s.il.gov/ Downloads/ VotingInformatio n/PDF/R-19. pdf

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND MAIL THIS APPLICATION TOMORROW – MONDAY,

JANUARY 4 TH .

THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS JANUARY 5 TH .

Here is a brochure that describes the process for voter registration.

http://www.election s.state.il. us/Downloads/ ElectionInformat

ion/PDF/register vote.pdf

What forms of identification may be needed when I register to vote?

Two forms of identification with at least one showing your current residence

address is needed when you register in-person. If you register by mail

sufficient proof of identity is required by submission of your driver's license

number or State identification card number. If you don't have either of those,

verification by the last 4 digits of the your social security number, a copy of

a current and valid photo identification, or a copy of a current utility bill,

bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document that

shows your name and address will be required. A person may also demonstrate

sufficient proof of identity by submission of a photo identification issued by a

college or university accompanied by either a copy of the applicant's contract

or lease for a residence or any postmarked mail delivered to the applicant at

his or her current residence address.

Pam

[Guest guest]

Even with a Plenary (Full) Guardian having been appointed they can vote, but by

Illinois statute, can't have a driver's license.

Rubin

The Law Offices of Rubin & Associates

@...

www.Rubin.com

(O) 847-279-7999

(F) 847-279-0090

Member by invitation of The Special Needs Alliance

(www.specialneedsalliance.org), the national, non-profit association of

experienced " Special Needs Planning " Attorneys, as well as a member of NAELA,

the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (www.NAELA.org).

PLEASE NOTE:

is out of the office. This message was sent from his BlackBerry.

________________________________

From: IPADDUnite <IPADDUnite >

IPADDUnite <IPADDUnite >

Sent: Sun Jan 03 19:29:15 2010

Subject: Re: Adults with I/DD voting

Yes, Margie, your son can vote, even if you are his legal guardian. I am my

son's legal guardian and he is registered to vote and has voted for the past

five years.

Ellen

Ellen Garber Bronfeld

egskb@...<mailto:egskb%40sbcglobal.net>

Adults with I/DD voting

Happy New Year - In the past, we have debated the ethics of people with

Intellectual/ Developmental disabilities voting.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD can make a choice after being

given the information in clear, understandable words and support to indicate

their choice.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD are not capable of making an

informed decision regardless of how the information is presented and supports

provided.

If you wondered if your adult child with I/DD might be able to vote with the

appropriate supports - please download the Voter's Registration application and

get it into the mail TOMORROW. Maybe the thought of preparing your son or

daughter to go to a Registrar's Office has deterred you. Or maybe you thought

the Registrar might judge or question your son or daughter's ability to vote.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

If you are the parent, caregiver or someone who loves a person with an

Intellectual or Developmental disability - WE NEED YOU TO VOTE!!!

Please register.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

We can make a difference. Our voices can be heard.

Be a good citizen. Tweet. Update your FaceBook status. Email all your family and

friends. Tell them we need them. Give them the information and encourage them to

register.

This is the application to complete and mail.

http://www.election s.il.gov/ Downloads/ VotingInformatio n/PDF/R-19. pdf

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND MAIL THIS APPLICATION TOMORROW – MONDAY, JANUARY

4 TH .

THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS JANUARY 5 TH .

Here is a brochure that describes the process for voter registration.

http://www.election s.state.il. us/Downloads/ ElectionInformat ion/PDF/register

vote.pdf

What forms of identification may be needed when I register to vote?

Two forms of identification with at least one showing your current residence

address is needed when you register in-person. If you register by mail

sufficient proof of identity is required by submission of your driver's license

number or State identification card number. If you don't have either of those,

verification by the last 4 digits of the your social security number, a copy of

a current and valid photo identification, or a copy of a current utility bill,

bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document that

shows your name and address will be required. A person may also demonstrate

sufficient proof of identity by submission of a photo identification issued by a

college or university accompanied by either a copy of the applicant's contract

or lease for a residence or any postmarked mail delivered to the applicant at

his or her current residence address.

Pam

[Guest guest]

Even with a Plenary (Full) Guardian having been appointed they can vote, but by

Illinois statute, can't have a driver's license.

Rubin

The Law Offices of Rubin & Associates

@...

www.Rubin.com

(O) 847-279-7999

(F) 847-279-0090

Member by invitation of The Special Needs Alliance

(www.specialneedsalliance.org), the national, non-profit association of

experienced " Special Needs Planning " Attorneys, as well as a member of NAELA,

the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (www.NAELA.org).

PLEASE NOTE:

is out of the office. This message was sent from his BlackBerry.

________________________________

From: IPADDUnite <IPADDUnite >

IPADDUnite <IPADDUnite >

Sent: Sun Jan 03 19:29:15 2010

Subject: Re: Adults with I/DD voting

Yes, Margie, your son can vote, even if you are his legal guardian. I am my

son's legal guardian and he is registered to vote and has voted for the past

five years.

Ellen

Ellen Garber Bronfeld

egskb@...<mailto:egskb%40sbcglobal.net>

Adults with I/DD voting

Happy New Year - In the past, we have debated the ethics of people with

Intellectual/ Developmental disabilities voting.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD can make a choice after being

given the information in clear, understandable words and support to indicate

their choice.

Some of us believe our adult children with I/DD are not capable of making an

informed decision regardless of how the information is presented and supports

provided.

If you wondered if your adult child with I/DD might be able to vote with the

appropriate supports - please download the Voter's Registration application and

get it into the mail TOMORROW. Maybe the thought of preparing your son or

daughter to go to a Registrar's Office has deterred you. Or maybe you thought

the Registrar might judge or question your son or daughter's ability to vote.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

If you are the parent, caregiver or someone who loves a person with an

Intellectual or Developmental disability - WE NEED YOU TO VOTE!!!

Please register.

Take advantage of the opportunity to register via mail.

We can make a difference. Our voices can be heard.

Be a good citizen. Tweet. Update your FaceBook status. Email all your family and

friends. Tell them we need them. Give them the information and encourage them to

register.

This is the application to complete and mail.

http://www.election s.il.gov/ Downloads/ VotingInformatio n/PDF/R-19. pdf

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND MAIL THIS APPLICATION TOMORROW – MONDAY, JANUARY

4 TH .

THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS JANUARY 5 TH .

Here is a brochure that describes the process for voter registration.

http://www.election s.state.il. us/Downloads/ ElectionInformat ion/PDF/register

vote.pdf

What forms of identification may be needed when I register to vote?

Two forms of identification with at least one showing your current residence

address is needed when you register in-person. If you register by mail

sufficient proof of identity is required by submission of your driver's license

number or State identification card number. If you don't have either of those,

verification by the last 4 digits of the your social security number, a copy of

a current and valid photo identification, or a copy of a current utility bill,

bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document that

shows your name and address will be required. A person may also demonstrate

sufficient proof of identity by submission of a photo identification issued by a

college or university accompanied by either a copy of the applicant's contract

or lease for a residence or any postmarked mail delivered to the applicant at

his or her current residence address.

Pam

[Guest guest]

Thanks each and all of you.

From: pam_harris@... <pam_harris@...>

Subject: Re: Re: Adults with I/DD voting

IPADDUnite

Date: Monday, January 4, 2010, 12:26 AM

 

From the Illinois Constitution:

SECTION 1. VOTING QUALIFICATIONS

Every United States citizen who has attained the age of

18 or any other voting age required by the United States for

voting in State elections and who has been a permanent

resident of this State for at least 30 days next preceding

any election shall have the right to vote at such election.

The General Assembly by law may establish registration

requirements and require permanent residence in an election

district not to exceed thirty days prior to an election. The

General Assembly by law may establish shorter residence

requirements for voting for President and Vice-President of

the United States.

(Source: Amendment adopted at general election November 8,

1988.)

SECTION 2. VOTING DISQUALIFICATIONS

A person convicted of a felony, or otherwise under

sentence in a correctional institution or jail, shall lose

the right to vote, which right shall be restored not later

than upon completion of his sentence.

(Source: Illinois Constitution. )

Pam

Re: Adults with I/DD voting

Yes, you are eligible to vote in IL even if you have a legal guardian.

has voted since she was 18 and we've been her legal guardians the entire

time.

Laurie

[Guest guest]

Thanks each and all of you.

From: pam_harris@... <pam_harris@...>

Subject: Re: Re: Adults with I/DD voting

IPADDUnite

Date: Monday, January 4, 2010, 12:26 AM

 

From the Illinois Constitution:

SECTION 1. VOTING QUALIFICATIONS

Every United States citizen who has attained the age of

18 or any other voting age required by the United States for

voting in State elections and who has been a permanent

resident of this State for at least 30 days next preceding

any election shall have the right to vote at such election.

The General Assembly by law may establish registration

requirements and require permanent residence in an election

district not to exceed thirty days prior to an election. The

General Assembly by law may establish shorter residence

requirements for voting for President and Vice-President of

the United States.

(Source: Amendment adopted at general election November 8,

1988.)

SECTION 2. VOTING DISQUALIFICATIONS

A person convicted of a felony, or otherwise under

sentence in a correctional institution or jail, shall lose

the right to vote, which right shall be restored not later

than upon completion of his sentence.

(Source: Illinois Constitution. )

Pam

Re: Adults with I/DD voting

Yes, you are eligible to vote in IL even if you have a legal guardian.

has voted since she was 18 and we've been her legal guardians the entire

time.

Laurie

[Guest guest]

You can also VOTE by mail now. This is new—and it may relieve some of the

issues that can arise in a public polling place for some of us/our loved ones.

For Lake County residents, click here for more info:

http://www.lakecountyil.gov/CountyClerk/VoterServices/VotingOptions/VotingByMail\

/Default.htm

[Guest guest]

You can also VOTE by mail now. This is new—and it may relieve some of the

issues that can arise in a public polling place for some of us/our loved ones.

For Lake County residents, click here for more info:

http://www.lakecountyil.gov/CountyClerk/VoterServices/VotingOptions/VotingByMail\

/Default.htm

[Guest guest]

Hey, thanks for the additional info. And good luck in your primary

contest; wish we lived in Lake County so we could vote for you.

L.

[Guest guest]

Hey, thanks for the additional info. And good luck in your primary

contest; wish we lived in Lake County so we could vote for you.

L.

[Guest guest]

Not to be a Devil's Advocate, exactly, but if you DON'T feel comfortable with

your loved one voting that is your decision--just make sure YOU VOTE!

We are a very political family--who else would schedule a family vacation to DC

around their congressman's schedule?--but have decided, at least for now,

is not capable of understanding some of the issues in voting. It is not

the accommodations of the actual physical act of voting but what his vote

means...and my husband and I don't feel comfortable.

There are time constraints in voting for this primary but I am surprised no one

mentioned the motor/voter angle. When got his latest ID card, we were

asked if we would like to register him to vote....simple, because, as much as we

have problems with the REST of state government, the Sec of State does a good

job (my brother wants White to run for governor.....hmmmmm?).

We always try to represent ALL views here at IPADD, so please take my opinion as

just that....MY opinion.

Marie

[Guest guest]

Not to be a Devil's Advocate, exactly, but if you DON'T feel comfortable with

your loved one voting that is your decision--just make sure YOU VOTE!

We are a very political family--who else would schedule a family vacation to DC

around their congressman's schedule?--but have decided, at least for now,

is not capable of understanding some of the issues in voting. It is not

the accommodations of the actual physical act of voting but what his vote

means...and my husband and I don't feel comfortable.

There are time constraints in voting for this primary but I am surprised no one

mentioned the motor/voter angle. When got his latest ID card, we were

asked if we would like to register him to vote....simple, because, as much as we

have problems with the REST of state government, the Sec of State does a good

job (my brother wants White to run for governor.....hmmmmm?).

We always try to represent ALL views here at IPADD, so please take my opinion as

just that....MY opinion.

Marie