Meet Cristina Castro
Congratulations to Ms. Castro on her big win (82%) over incumbent Jesus de la Isla. Given the shifting demographics and this year’s Obama factor, it’s likely that she will win the general election and go on to represent Elgin on the county board. She seems like somebody who will throw herself into the job with enthusiasm and energy. And that’s great because the people of Elgin need a strong advocate for them on the board. In particular, I want to see more riverboat money coming back to Elgin. It’s earned in Elgin; it should be spent in Elgin.
Also congratulations to Judge Golden on her victory over former Kane County state’s attorney Dave Akemann. The margin there was a slim 72 votes. I love it when it’s close, because it’s a reminder that every vote counts. Of course, as far as reminders go it would be hard to beat Kane County Board member Deborah Allan’s margin of victory in the last election, which was 11 votes.
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thanks for posting this. i had no clue she went to larkin, and was actually there at the same time i was!
she came to my door and i agreed with everything she said. it was sort of funny, because i got the feeling she was used to needing to persuade people. every point she made was already something i take for granted, so we were sort of like “alright, guess there’s not much else for us to talk about here.”
i really like how she admitted she needs to do more research on the prairie parkway in this video. lots of politicians just make things up when they encounter a question they don’t know the answer to.
oh no, larkin? go maroons! :)
Thanks for keeping us updated on the local political scene!
BUT as the Green Party Candidate for Kane County Board Member District 20, I take umbrage at your assumption that she will easily win the seat in the General Election.
Now is the time for the Green Party for all those who are tired of the “first” party — the Democrat - Republicans!
You’re right Julie, I forgot to mention that you won 100% of the votes in your primary contest! Congratulations.
I like your website, I’m impressed by your active involvement in the Elgin community, and I wish you the best of luck in the general election.
I bet you stay busy with your campaign, but when some time opens up in your schedule, maybe a community garden for the next project…any thoughts on that?