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Democracy For Us dives into the basics of politics and all levels of government to help you better understand how it functions.Hosted by Quinne Welter - Vice President of the Young Democrats of Lake... more
FAQs about Democracy For Us:How many episodes does Democracy For Us have?The podcast currently has 7 episodes available.
April 05, 2021Episode 6: MayorTune in for the final episode of Democracy for Us! We are honored to be joined by Mayor Billy McKinney of Zion and Mayor Nancy Rotering of Highland Park.In this episode, we talk about the duties and responsibilities of the mayor and how their work impacts their communities.---An important reminder to vote tomorrow in the April 6th election. Visit http://www.lakevoterpower.info for more information!...more1h 6minPlay
March 29, 2021Episode 5: Village Board and City CouncilOn this week's episode, we are joined by special guest Emily Young - Trustee of Barrington! Tune in with Quinne and Emily as they discuss how the village board and City Council serve the community. Don't miss out on our final episode of Democracy for Us next Monday at 12 pm!__Don’t forget to vote in the April 6th election. Visit http://www.lakevoterpower.info for more information!...more31minPlay
March 22, 2021Episode 4: School BoardsOn this week’s episode, we are joined by Jay Reinoso! Jay is a school board member of District 127 and an at-large member of the Young Democrats of Lake County.Jay and Quinne highlight the role of a school board member and the reality of being a young person in politics.Tune in every Monday at 12 pm for new episodes.——Don’t forget to vote in the April 6th election. Visit http://www.lakevoterpower.info for more information!...more40minPlay
March 15, 2021Episode 3: Library BoardsIn this week’s episode, we are joined by Josue Pasillas and Sarah Duby. Josue is the Vice-President of the Waukegan Library Board and Sarah Duby is a member of the Round Lake Area Library Board and YDLC’s Clerk.Sarah & Josue discuss with Quinne the necessity of libraries in our communities and how the library board impacts the library!Tune in every Monday at 12 pm.——Don’t forget to vote in the April 6th election. Visit http://www.lakevoterpower.info for more information!...more1h 1minPlay
March 08, 2021Episode 2: Park BoardsOn this week’s episode, we are joined by Marc Jones - Waukegan Park Board President!Marc & Quinne discuss the importance of the Park Board and the different ways it impacts the community.Tune in every Monday at 12 pm.——Don’t forget to vote in the April 6th election. Visit www.lakevoterpower.info for more information!...more34minPlay
March 01, 2021Episode 1: Municipal Election DayIn this week's episode, the Young Dems of Lake County's Vice President, Quinne Welter, sits down with David Patterson - Deputy City Clerk for Waukegan for a conversation on municipal elections. You can now visit the Lake County Clerks office for the April candidate list!...more38minPlay
February 15, 2021IntroductionThank you for tuning in to "Democracy For Us" hosted by Quinne Welter. This season will consist of 6 episodes that dive into the basics of local government and politics. Quinne will be sitting down with some incredible guests each episode as they talk about the different roles and positions in local government. Through this podcast, we hope to demonstrate the many opportunities and career paths state and local government offers as well as encourage young people to get more involved.Our first official episode will launch on March 1, 2021. Tune in every Monday at 12 p.m CST for a new episode!...more7minPlay
FAQs about Democracy For Us:How many episodes does Democracy For Us have?The podcast currently has 7 episodes available.