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For nearly 30 years I have advocated for justice, equality and fairness. My political accomplishments have allowed me to interact with officials in Chicago, Springfield, and Washington DC, a background in state and local government that has positioned me to represent, revive, reshape and renew the 20th ward. When elected as the new alderperson of the 20th ward, I will ensure that a new slate exists for all. I will hear and address your issues and concerns.
I will address the increasing violence in our community, the re-entry of ex-offenders, and domestic violence, and fight for justice throughout the criminal justice system. I will work in cooperation with state officials to lower crime in our community, I will monitor utility companies, and stand strong against political corruption. I will find solutions for youth unemployment and the lack of access to recreational facilities. I will provide adequate and reliable services for seniors and veterans. I will assist in finding the best local and citywide answers regarding gun control, the high rate of foreclosure and homelessness. I will expose unfair contracts and procurement discrimination. I will work hard to ensure policy alleviating poverty, educational and health care disparities. I will rebuild an effective system to support mothers, babies, youth and teens by monitoring the state and local facilities affiliated with our children, and most importantly of all, by listening to you.
Where leadership lacks vision the people perish. Love, hope and faith will conquer all. We must work together now to put an end to the old way of thinking. It is imperative that our state, city and ward be renewed and transformed now, as the very lives of our citizens depend upon it.
2004-2010 Campaign Assistant for state, city and local campaigns
2003 Community Liasion for Ken Dunkin State Representative 5th District
2002 Literature Distribution for Illinois Attorney General Election
2002 Field Operations for State Representative 5th District
2002 Field Operations for Judge of the Fifth Sub Circuit
2002 Assistant to Campaign Managers Lieutenant Governor
1999 Assistant to Campaign Director County Treasurer
1998 Alderman/Committeeman 4th Ward
1998-99 Deputy Campaign Manager/State Senatorial 3rd Legislative District
1996 Volunteer for Democratic National Convention in Chicago
1994 Aldermanic Election 27th Ward
1993-94 State Representative 22nd District South Suburban Illinois
1993-94 Cook County Board President
1992-97 Alderman/Committeemen 2nd Ward Organization
1983 Campaign for the Late Mayor Harold Washington
Memberships: IVI-IPO Political Organization, Cook County Young Democrats, Cook County Democratic Women, Democratic College of America, Business and Political Women Caucus, National Women Political Caucus of Greater Chicago
Titles: Community Liasion for State of IL, Area Coordinator, Election Day Trainer, Precinct Captain, Secretary for Women Committee, Fundraisers, Petition Circulator, Voter Registration, Canvasser, 2nd Ward Chairman Bud Biliken Parade, State Delegate Springfield IL, Poll Wather, Judge of Elections, Deputy Registrar
Faith Based Community Involvement: WINNERS Women Organization, Foundations for Spiritual Growth, Sunday School, Real Marriage Ministry, Awards: Adult Religion Studies (Holy Angels) - Go Get Her (AFC) National Black Evangelical Association, Membership and Services (Holy Miracle), Volunteer Service: Receptionist, Annual Picnic, Faith Works Conference, 18 year member of Apostolic Faith Church 3825 S. Indiana
Donations can be made directly through Paypal (button to the left) or checks sent to:
Citizens to Elect Darva Watkins
P.O. Box 379181
Chicago, IL
60637-9181
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IL registered voters can now vote from home (but the deadline is quickly approaching)
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DWatkins20thWard2011_yahoo.com Tel: +773-309-2111
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