A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Rock Island County Il Clerk Election Division regarding the upcoming election candidates on February 5, 2025. The request was made by us at Rock Island Today, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
In our pursuit of transparency and accountability in public institutions, we requested detailed information about all candidates running for office in the upcoming elections. Specifically, we asked for:
- The first, middle, and last names of the candidates.
- The office they are running for.
- The jurisdiction of the office.
- The party affiliation of each candidate.
Furthermore, we also requested contact information for each candidate including their address, phone number, and email address. This information is essential in our efforts to provide comprehensive coverage of the election process and inform our readers about their potential representatives.
As a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, we emphasized that access to public records is crucial for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. We also highlighted our eligibility for a fee waiver as a media professional under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
We at Rock Island Today remain committed to providing transparent and accurate news coverage that holds public institutions accountable. We eagerly await the response from the Rock Island County Il Clerk Election Division to continue informing our readers about their electoral choices.
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