Welcome to the 48th Ward Dems!

The 48th Ward Dems are your local grassroots political organization dedicated to advancing and electing progressive candidates within the Democratic Party. Join us to connect with your community and create a progressive future.


Get Involved Today

MONTHLY MEETING: Our next meeting is Thursday, August 21 from 6:30-8pm at Furama Restaurant (4936 N Broadway). Join us to help build the org and plan our next steps! RSVP here.

BY-LAWS: We are currently developing our by-laws to guide the future of this organization. Review the draft and then attend our meeting on August 21 to vote. RSVP here.

BOARD OPENINGS: Interested in getting involved with a leadership position in our organization? View current Board openings and apply.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! All candidates running for office in Illinois must gather signatures to run for office. Join us to help get progressive Dems on the ballot.


Donate to Help Build our Organization

In 2024, we MADE our initial goal of $1000 to help get the 48th Ward Dems off the ground, so we have raised that goal to $2500 in 2025!Donate here — your donation helps us pay for meetings, buttons, signs, and all the things it takes to run an organization (like this very website!)

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We meet on the 3rd Thursday of every month, so mark your calendars!


Voting Information

  • Voter info: See the Chicago Board of Elections website to look up your voter registration information.

  • Voter registration: See the Chicago Board of Elections for details on what you need to register and remember that Illinois has same-day registration right at the polls!

  • Polling locations: The map below reflects polling locations for our last election in November 2024. Your polling location may change, so please check the Chicago Board of Elections website for the most accurate information.

  • Early Voting: the Early Voting location in the 48th ward is Broadway Armory Park (5917 N Broadway)
    Note: Chicago voters can vote at any Early Voting site, regardless of what ward you live in. So if there is a closer location to where you work or go to school, you may want to vote there. See the Chicago Board of Elections site for more details on Early Voting.