Tobin cited in Chicago Tribune column

Eric Zorn at the Chicago Tribune came to Free and Equal for some answers on ballot access laws in Illinois and how they compare to other states. Zorn’s article points out some of our own Christina Tobin’s history of battling ballot access challenges for more than a decade. Speaking about a candidate announcing an independent candidacy, Zorn paints an accurate picture.

“…he’s also headed straight into the buzz saw of Illinois’ daunting petition process to get on the ballot, a process that routinely turns well-organized men and women into political wood chips.”

Now these “well-organized men and women” have Free & Equal to turn to for steel reinforcements against the political buzz saws aimed against competition on the ballots. Free & Equal has left many dulled and broken saw blades behind and we can do it for your candidacy.

Another recent article from Chicago highlights why candidates should call Free & Equal as soon as they consider a run for office. From Ben Joravsky at the Chicago Reader:

“(Joe) Berrios, who’s also chairman of the Cook County Democratic Party, has always been quick to use the fine points of election law and a stable of experts to chase off hapless challengers. In February’s Democratic primary, for instance, he successfully removed one opponent by challenging his petitions and scared another into withdrawing simply by letting her know he intended to challenge hers.”

Scared into withdrawing because of the threat of a petition challenge? Call Free & Equal first.

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