Evanston’s Candid Candidate Forum: No Dodging, No Nonsense

Evanston’s Candid Candidate Forum: No Dodging, No Nonsense

This forum goes beyond the surface—it’s about diving into the issues that matter most. No dodging, no rehearsed soundbites—just real answers to the tough questions. If you’ve ever wanted clarity and accountability from your candidates, this is YOUR moment to get it.

Confirmed Mayoral Candidates:

• Mayor Daniel Biss
• Jeff Boarini

Confirmed Ward Candidates:

• 1st Ward: Alderperson Clare Kelly
• 2nd Ward: Alderperson Krissie Harris, Darlene Cannon, Jacqueline Mendoza
• 3rd Ward: John Kennedy, Gennifer Geer
• 4th Ward: Alderperson Jonathan Nieuwsma, Meg Welch (write-in)
• 5th Ward: Alderperson Bobby Burns, Carlis Sutton
• 6th Ward: Alderperson Tom Suffredin
• 7th Ward: Parielle Davis, Kerry Mundy
• 8th Ward: Alderperson Devon Reid

No Fluff—Only Substance:

• Get unfiltered, thoughtful responses to the issues shaping Evanston’s future.
• Ask the tough questions and hear the answers you deserve.
• Walk away informed, empowered, and ready to vote.

Panelists:

• Meleika Gardner and Sebastian Nalls of Where The People Meet TV
• Shun Graves of The Daily Northwestern
• Alex Harrison and Duncan Agnew of The Roundtable

Organizers:

• Meleika Gardner, Community Leader Person of the Year by the Evanston Chamber of Commerce, Legislative Advocate, and creator of Where The People Meet TV
• Lily Ogburn, Chief Editor of The Daily Northwestern

Drop In When You Can: If you can’t stay for the whole forum, join us for the ward segment you care about most.

Schedule & Updates: Check out the full schedule and updates on our Patreon page (patreon.com/wherethepeoplemeet).

Don’t miss this chance to make your voice heard and demand accountability from Evanston’s future leaders. Be there to help shape the city’s future!

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