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Voices from the Ground Up
Empowering progressive candidates in Central Illinois
Advocacy
We advocate for policies that prioritize a healthy planet, community needs and values, ensuring voices across Illinois are heard and represented.
Support
Our focus is on identifying and endorsing progressive candidates who are dedicated to transparency, accountability, and community representation.
Education
We educate and inform the public about the political process. Empowering citizens to engage, vote, and make their voices heard.
OUR VISION
Who We Are
Downstate Forward is dedicated to fostering a thriving political environment in central Illinois. We seek to amplify progressive voices and support candidates shaping transparent, accountable, and representative local government.
We are endorsing candidates at the city, county and state levels and congressional races.
Ready to help shape the future of Central Illinois?
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