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March 15, 2012
Dear Members of NOW,
The Illinoiis NOW polital action committee has endorsed Cheri Bustos, a candidate for the 17th district congressional seat in the primary election.  The 17th district, redrawn in the last couple of years, covers most of Peoira south of War Memorial drive and areas west of Peoria to the quad cities.
Ms Bustos is from Rock Iskland.  Her website is www.CheriBustos.com You can get more complete information there.
Incidentaly there wil be a debate between the 3 candidates running in the primary TONIGHT at 7 pm on WCBU  Fm 89.9 on the dial.
Martha

 

National Organization for Women takes action to bring about equality for all women.

Both the actions NOW takes and its position on the issues are principled, uncompromising and often ahead of their time.

NOW is a leader, not a follower, of public opinion.

What we do at the Peoria Illinois Local Chapter

  • Participate with Illinois NOW State council & conference meetings
  • Attend National NOW conferences
  • Initiate task forces on issues important to feminist concerns

Contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to join or get information on current activities.  Our mailing address is P.O. Box 1185, Peoria, IL 61653.

What we don't do

Our staff and resources are limited. Unfortunately, we can not provide legal advice or counseling. Please reference these Networking groups in the Greater Peoria Area for help with these matters.

History of Peoria Chapter

The Peoria Chapter was one of the first in Illinois, founded in 1973, after National NOW was founded in 1966.

*Point of interest: Betty Friedan, author of the Feminine Mystique, was one of the founding members of the National Organization of Women and from Peoria.
 

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