Cook County Clerk
In addition to recording property sales, births, deaths and marriages, the Cook County clerk is Chicagoland’s top election officer, and given the false accusations flying about election fraud, experience would be preferred. Sadly, incumbent Karen Yarbrough passed away April 7, shortly after the primary election in March.
The Democratic Party chose Cook County Commissioner Monica Gordon to run in the Nov. 5 contest to complete Yarbrough’s term, which ends in 2026. She faces Republican Michelle Pennington, a sincere newcomer who promises to bring a practical, results-driven mindset to the post. Also running is Libertarian Chris Laurent, who serves on a Chicago Police District Council and advocates an aggressive approach to updating voter rolls.
Gordon understands how Cook County government operates, given her valuable experience as a commissioner. She recognizes the threat posed by misinformation spread through social media and is well-positioned to fill Yarbrough’s shoes.