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Meet Alderman Debra Silverstein
Hello to all my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward. I am always available and happy to help with any city needs. I hope to hear from you soon!
A Message from Alderman Silverstein
“The 50th Ward is the most diverse and wonderful neighborhood in the City of Chicago. There is nowhere else where you can visit an Indian restaurant, a Kosher bakery, and a Muslim bookstore all within a few blocks. If you live here, you know how great it is. If you don’t, come on up and see what the 50th Ward has to offer!”
Alderman Debra Silverstein
Heartbroken by the loss of Police Officer Enrique Martinez, End of Watch: November 4, 2024. My deepest sympathies go to his family and to the entire Chicago Police Department. Officer Martinez died a hero, and his sacrifice will always be remembered.Police Officer Enrique Martinez, #8314
End of Watch: November 4, 2024
The Chicago Police Department is mourning the loss of a courageous hero who protected our city until the very end. We stand heartbroken alongside his family and loved ones. In grief, we will never forget. ... See MoreSee Less
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Today is Election Day and the polls are open until 7 PM. You can vote at the Northtown Library (6800 N Western) or at your precinct polling place. Find your polling place at www.chicagoelections.gov. Now go out and vote! ... See MoreSee Less
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It was a privilege to help honor heroic Chicago Police and Fire Department members today with the Carter Harrison & Lambert Tree medals. These awards recognize gallant and meritorious actions by our first responders and are only given to the bravest of the brave. Congratulations to Police Officers Sergio Aponte and Chase L. Hill of the Special Weapons and Tactics Unit and to Firefighter/EMT Eric T. Washington of Truck Company 37. On behalf of a grateful city, thank you for your service! ... See MoreSee Less
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Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - Standing up to anti-Jewish hate and antisemitism; don't forget to fall back this weekend; election update; and more - mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-2759746 ... See MoreSee Less
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The Chicago Police officially pressed hate crime and terrorism charges today against Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi for the unprovoked and antisemitic shooting of a 50th Ward Jewish resident last weekend. The police investigation found that the attack was specifically targeted at members of the local Jewish community. Click for a full statement from Alderman Silverstein - mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-fq4qmetwzc-2759744 ... See MoreSee Less
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BREAKING: Chicago Public School Board President Rev. Mitchell Johnson has announced his resignation.
Thank you to the more than 40 Chicago aldermen and other elected officials who came together over the last 24 hours to call for a change in leadership. Rev. Mitchell Johnson’s decision to resign from the Chicago Public School Board is in the best interests of our city. Next week, a group of Chicagoans will be elected to our School Board, joining Mayor Brandon Johnson’s appointees, and I hope this group will promote inclusivity and tolerance while delivering a world-class education to our young people and support to parents and caregivers. ... See MoreSee Less
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UPDATE: 36 of the 50 Chicago aldermen and City Clerk Anna Valencia have signed on to the letter, highlighting how clearly offensive Rev. Johnson’s comments were to a broad and diverse segment of our city.
Current list of signatures;
Debra Silverstein, 50th Ward
Daniel La Spata, 1st Ward
Brian Hopkins, 2nd Ward
PatDowell, 3rd Ward
Desmon Yancy, 5th Ward
Gregory Mitchell, 7th Ward
Michelle Harris, 8th Ward
Anthony Beale, 9th Ward
Peter Chico, 10th Ward
Nicole Lee, 11th Ward
Marty Quinn, 13th Ward
Raymond Lopez, 15th Ward
Stephanie Coleman, 16th Ward
Derrick Curtis, 18th Ward
Matthew O’Shea, 19th Ward
Jeanette Taylor, 20th Ward
Ronnie Mosley, 21st Ward
Silvana Tabares, 23rd Ward
Monique Scott, 24th Ward
Felix Cardona, 31st Ward
Scott Waguespack, 32nd Ward
Bill Conway, 34th Ward
Gilbert Villegas, 36th Ward
Emma Mitts, 37th Ward
Nicholas Sposato, 38th Ward
Samantha Nugent, 39th Ward
Andre Vasquez, 40th Ward
Anthony Napolitano, 41st Ward
Brendan Reilly, 42nd Ward
Timmy Knudsen, 43rd Ward
Bennett Lawson, 44th Ward
James Gardiner, 45th Ward
Angela Clay, 46th Ward
Matt Martin, 47th Ward
Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth, 48th Ward
Maria Hadden, 49th Ward
Anna Valencia, Chicago City Clerk ... See MoreSee Less
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Wishing a very happy Diwali to all of my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward! May everyone in the Hindu and Indian community have a wonderful Festival of Lights! ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy Halloween to all my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward! Wishing a spooky fun holiday to everyone who is celebrating. ... See MoreSee Less
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