(Linda Willet and Sylvia Marshall, interviewers)Judge Sandra Parga is a member of KCDW who is currently running for circuit judge in the 4th Judicial Subcircuit. Currently, she is an associate judge assigned to Juvenile Court. We asked about the differences between associate and circuit court judges. Associate judges apply for the position and are appointed … Read more
On April 20th KCDW held a forum entitled “Justice Partners: The Impact of Women in the Justice System” and featured three women who work in the Kane County justice system. The three women were introduced by Judge Julio Valdez who began by saying that Kane County residents are fortunate to have this talented and dedicated … Read more
Lucy Parsons (1851-1942) was an activist and labor rights organizer in Chicago. A self-proclaimed anarchist who lied about her heritage her entire adult life, Parsons is a historical figure who does not easily fit into the mold of who we often celebrate. I find her story fascinating and it raises considerations that are increasingly relevant … Read more
On Sunday, March 10, 2024, Kane County Democrats gathered at the Q Center in St. Charles for their annual fundraiser and to honor two Democrats who have worked nonstop to help fellow Democrats get elected, Dan Barreiro, Winner of the Truman Award, and Sue Sanders, Winner of the Chairman’s Award for Volunteer Excellence. Mark Guethle, … Read more
Judge Julio ValdezJudge Valdez was born in Guanajuato, Mexico, and came to the U.S. with his parents when he was four years old. He grew up in Elgin and decided at a young age that he wanted to be a lawyer. After obtaining his law degree from the University of Iowa, Judge Valdez practiced law … Read more
PRESS RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: Carolyn Bird Salazar, Chair, chair@kcdwomen.comKane County Democratic Women “Women & Power Speakers Series” Hosts A Panel Discussion Entitled “Justice Partners: The Impact of Women on the Justice System.” ST. CHARLES, March 15, 2024 – The Kane County Democratic Women (KCDW) will host a forum entitled “Justice Partners: The Impact of … Read more
What if you had five hungry school-age children and had to divide one fast-food hamburger among them and also find enough milk and baby food for two younger children to eat? That’s the situation Ruby Duncan found herself in during the 1960s. Ruby was born into a sharecropper’s family in Tallulah, Louisiana, in 1932. Both … Read more
On January 20. 2024, the Kane County Democratic Women held its annual meeting and installation of officers. Martha Hanna, the Nominating Chair, introduced the officers, who were unanimously elected by the members present. The 2024-2026 officers are Carolyn Bird Salazar, Chair; Cherryl Strathmann, Vice Chair; Lois Swatscheno, Treasurer; and Kim Young, Secretary. Following the installation, … Read more
PRESS RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: Carolyn Bird Salazar, Chair, kcdw@kcdwomen.comKane County Democratic Women: Annual Meeting and Election of Officers ST. CHARLES, Jan. 23, 2024 – On Jan. 20, 2024, the Kane County Democratic Women (KCDW) held its annual meeting and installation of officers. The 2024-2026 officers are Carolyn Bird Salazar, Chair; Cherryl Strathmann, Vice Chair; … Read more
Barbara Hernandez, State Representative for the 84th DistrictState Representative Barbara Hernandez credits her achievements in 2023 in passing six bills, and seeing them become law. Among these: To find out more about State Rep. Barbara’s accomplishments visit the following social media:Website Facebook Instagram Twitter State Senator Linda Holmes , District 42“The Drones as First Responders Act … Read more
In an election year, KCDW publishes bios of members who are running for local, state and national offices. The KCDW Public Relations/Media Committee (Sylvia and Linda) recently interviewed Theresa Barreiro, Vice Chair of Kane County Democratic Women, to ask some questions about her campaign and how she balances work responsibilities with family responsibilities Presently, Theresa … Read more
On October 21, 2023, the Kane County Democratic Women presented their final 2023 forum, entitled “What the Health?” at the Batavia Public Library. The forum panelists included Dr. Neil Perlman, MD.; Carrie Jackson, a community organizer and advocate for equity; Edith Olea, a policy manager who works for the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee … Read more