FOIA Request to Macon County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025. As part of our commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at Sangamon Sun have submitted a request for public records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.
The requested records include a list of candidates running for the upcoming 2025 Consolidated Elections. We have specifically asked for the following details: Candidate Name, Candidate filled date, and the office that they are running for.
As a media organization, we believe in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Access to these public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. Given our role in disseminating information, we have also requested a fee waiver as media professionals.
We will continue to keep our readers updated as we gather and report news related to the upcoming elections. If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this request, please feel free to contact us at Sangamon Sun.
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