Entries Tagged as 'Chicago NOW'

Do You Dare…

August 20th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

Chicago NOW invites you to our annual cocktail reception and fundraiser:
Women Who Dared
This event is the Chapter’s opportunity to thank Chicago leaders for their contributions to the feminist community. For 2009, the chapter is proud to honor Lorie Chaiten, Director of the Reproductive Rights Project for the Roger Baldwin Foundation of the ACLU of [...]

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Anthony Abbate – 2nd Status Hearing & Recap

August 19th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

The second status hearing for Anthony Abbate was held this morning at 10am. Here is a wrap up of the few key decisions made:

Anthony Abbate has filed an appeal to overturn his criminal conviction. An appeal could affect the use of the criminal conviction in the police review board trial. The prosecution has been given [...]

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New Illinois Domestic Violence, Stalking Laws

August 13th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

Advocates praise new domestic violence, stalking laws
Two new state laws strengthening protections for victims of domestic violence and stalking were welcomed today by advocates who have long complained that Illinois does too little to stop these crimes.
Under existing law, stalking victims are unable to obtain an order of protection unless they have a domestic relationship [...]

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Tonight! – Chicago NOW Open House

June 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

Chicago NOW Open House
@ EP Theater
A Celebration of Feminist Art
Please Join Us for the Chicago NOW Open House! Meet the board members and discuss how you can get involved!
We will be talking about the Abbate Case along with our key issues: Ending Violence Against Women, Reproductive Justice, Economic Equity, LGBTQ Rights and Women’s Health
Featured Artists:
Deva Suckerman [...]

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CALL & WRITE JUDGE FLEMING NOW!

June 26th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

Judge John Fleming
55 W Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601
312-603-4158
**** Please remain civil, we do not condone any inappropriate language or threats****

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Chicago NOW supports and encourages you to attend the Dyke March 2009 in Pilsen

June 26th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

Chicago NOW supports and encourages you to attend the Dyke March 2009 in Pilsen

When/Where:
Saturday, June 27th, 2009.
Rally will begin at 1:00 PM on 18th and Halsted.

Everyone is invited!

Chicago Dyke March is a grassroots mobilization and celebration of dyke, queer, and transgender resilience. It is an anti-racist, anti-violent, volunteer-led, grassroots [...]

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Chicago Council of Lawyers '96 Evaluation: Fleming Not Qualified

June 25th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

Evaluation
3/96 Primary Election, Circuit Court: Not Qualified
John J. Fleming, 40, has been practicing law for 14 years. He is currently Director of Administrative Adjudication, Administrative Hearings, for the City of Chicago. He spent one year as a solo practitioner and three years with the Chicago Park District as Deputy General Attorney, Litigation Supervisor. He was [...]

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Michelle Staeger Speaks out on Fox News

June 25th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

Michelle Staeger, Chicago NOW board member speaks out and urges Chicagoans to DEMAND Abbatte be fired from the Chicago Police!

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Illinois NOW joins Chicago NOW in decrying probation rather than prison for Abbate

June 25th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

The Illinois National Organization for Women decries probation rather than prison for the vicious attack by Anthony Abbate against Karolina Obrycka. “Probation is a slap in the face to Obrycka and any other woman who has been beaten said Bonnie Grabenhofer” President of IL NOW and Executive VP elect of National NOW. It sends a [...]

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Make Sure Abbate is Fired – Contact the Mayor and the Police Board

June 25th, 2009 · No Comments · Blog

Write, fax, and call the Chicago Police Board and the Mayor’s Office.
Office of the Mayor
City Hall – 121 N. LaSalle, Room 507
Chicago, IL 60602
Facsimile: 312-744-8045
Chicago Police Board:
Address: 30 North LaSalle Street
Suite 1220
Chicago, IL 60602
Telephone: (312) 742-4194
Facsimile: (312) 742-4193
To Whom it May Concern,
Anthony Abbate is a disgrace to the Chicago Police Department. He [...]

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