Updated Polling Results

The polling results still showed State Rep. John Fritchey with a huge lead over all of the rest of probable candidates in this special election. Thanks for voting and please continue to vote in more polls when made available.

8 Days left to vote!!!

Remember, you can still vote in the poll for your favorite restaurant in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. You have 8 days left to vote. Tell all your friends!!!

Happy Thanksgiving!

I just wanted to tell everyone to have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Congratulations to State Senator John Cullerton

Congratulations to State Senator John Cullerton, for being chosen as Speaker of the House in the Illinois General Assembly. Cullerton will be taking the place of Emil Jones who is retiring.

Poll Results (so far...) 11/21/08

Here are the poll results (so far) for the 5th District Congressional Special Election Race:

State Representative: John Fritchey (D) 64%
Alderman Manuel Flores (D)-(1st) 6%
Cook County Commissioner Mike Quigley (D) 6%
State Representative Sara Feigenholtz (D) 6%
State Representative John D'Amico (D) 6%
Tom Hanson (R)
Alderman Patrick )' Connor (D)- (40th) 6%

**Note** There are approximately 10 more candidates who are interested in Emanuel's seat who haven't received a vote in the poll yet. You can still vote here: http://www.poll4you.com/showpoll.php?id=12447&type=link

Lincoln Park Residents Remember.....

Remember, night falls faster now that we are nearing the winter season. So try to complete all of your errands during the day time, along with your daily exercises. Just last week, a lady by the name of Laura Caldwell, 41, was mugged and attacked, during the night time, at the corner of Seminary and Altgeld . She was mugged for her iPod while jogging ( I assume for a daily exercise routine). At night, some streets can become very dark in our neighborhood, especially at Seminary and Altgeld. So if you must run an errand at night either:

A) Bring a friend with you

B) Talk to someone on the cell phone and let them know to be prepared to call 911 in case of an emergency

C) Decide whether or not your errand can wait until the next day.

Lincoln Park is one of the best neighborhoods for vicious robbers to roam at night.Some of us feel that nothing bad can happen in Lincoln Park but truth be told, no one is perfectly safe. So beware of suspicious activities in the neighborhood and if you become concerned, call the police. Try not to go out at night and finish your errands during the day. BE SAFE!!

Poll Results (so far)

Here are the poll results currently (due to the faulty "View Results" link on the poll)

State Representative John Fritchey (D): 64%

Alderman Manuel Flores (D)-1st: 7%

Cook County Commissioner Mike Quigley (D): 7%

State Representative: John D'Amico: 7%

Alderman Patrick O' Connor (D)-40th: 7%

Tom Hanson (R): 7%

Judging from this poll, State Representative John Fritchey is clearly the frontrunner in the race. However due to the large number of candidates, it will be very difficult for many to receive endorsements from notable elected officials. Many of them like Mayor Daley, are quietly watching this race from the sidelines. If my poll is accurate, this race will not result in an open primary but, if this poll is inaccurate, then anything is bound to happen.

If you haven't voted yet, vote now! A link to the poll can be found in a previous post. You have until 11/30/08 to cast your vote.

Who would you vote for in the 5th Congressional District Special Election?

As you may already know, President-Elect Barack Obama has selected our Congressman, Rahm Emanuel to be apart of his Chief of Staff. When Emanuel takes his job as apart of Obama's Chief of Staff, we will be left with a special election contained with a crowded race of local politicians. Directly Below is a poll for the 5th Congressional District Special Election, vote for the candidate of your choice. They're 17 possible candidates, 16 Democrats and 1 Republican for this seat, so vote wisely.

-One More Note, this poll closes on 11/30/08

Vote in my poll!

**Update on possible candidates**

Candidates Who don't reside in the 5th District:

Alderman Manuel Flores D-(1st)

Illinois Veterans Affairs Director Tammy Duckworth

Peter Dagher (Residence is under review)

What is your favorite restaurant in Lincoln Park?

Vote now for your favorite restaurant in Lincoln Park! This poll closes on December 14, 2008 at 12:00AM and you may only vote once. The restaurant with the most votes, will receive a certificate of excellence, recognizing that restaurant as Lincoln Park's favorite restaurant of 2008.

Welcome to Lincoln Park-43rd Ward

Dear Visitors,

    Welcome to my new blog titled "Lincoln Park-43rd Ward". The purpose of my blog, is to inform all 43rd Ward Residents, of the most current news and events pertaining to Lincoln Park.  If you have any news and/or events not posted on this blog, then please email me the information at LincolnPark43rdward@gmail.com. I will respond to your e-mails, after all of the information contributed has been reviewed. It is pleasing to see Lincoln Park Residents actively involved with the community and hopefully this blog will be put to good use. I hope you enjoy my blog and sending in feedback is highly encouraged. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Jacob Schulz

Student Representative on the Local School Council at Lincoln Park High School