Illinois primary highlights urban Indigenous voter priorities
Chicago voters point to housing needs, resources and stronger contact with officials
Urban Indigenous voters in Illinois cited affordable housing, access to resources and stronger engagement from elected officials as key issues in the state’s primary election, according to ICT.
In Chicago, home to a large share of the state’s Indigenous population, voters said they want candidates who understand Indigenous issues and communicate with urban Native communities. Andrew Johnson, a citizen of the Cherokee Nation and member of the Chicago American Indian Community Collaborative, said voters are seeking better access to funding and enforcement of laws such as the Indian Child Welfare Act. Pamela Silas, Menominee and Oneida, said affordable housing remains a top concern.
- 1.Amelia Schafer. ICT, .
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