Brian White on the 49th Ward

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Tom Westgard threatens to sue Rogers Park in 1,000 Words for runoff election prediction

Former attorney Thomas J. Westgard contacted Rogers Park in 1,000 Words early this morning with the threat of a lawsuit because of a public election prediction that did not favor longtime 49th Ward incumbent alderman Joseph A. Moore.

A copy of the twitter.com link to prediction is as follows:


RogersPark1000 Rogers Park
Bold #49thWard #Alderman #race #prediction from #RogersPark in 1,000 Words http://rp1000.blogspot.com/2011/02/my-49th-ward-prediction.html


Westgard, recently being linked to the James Ginderske aldermanic campaign-fold-for Alderman Joe Moore, stated that "Rogers Park in 1,000 Words is a participant of a growing effort to overthrow Alderman Joe Moore in the coming 2011 Aldermanic election".

Additionally linked to the former The Urban Coaster newspaper with James Ginderske, Westgard's Mountain of Evidence blog has also been utilized in a pro-Moore fashion, bashing those whom are not under the direct control or direction of the incumbent 49th Ward alderman, including the former Don Gordon aldermanic campaign, the current Brian White aldermanic campaign, the current Blane Roberts aldermanic write-in campaign, the Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce (note: not the Rogers Park Business Alliance), Lorraine Swanson's Lake Effect News and members of the Park Advisory Councils (located North of Howard Street).

Bill Morton of Rogers Park in 1,000 Words stated that " rather than just a prediction of a run-off in the upcoming 2011 election... After all of these threats and injustices, I am now dedicated to making the run-off a reality. Someone has to take a stand for the our community, and apparently my bold prediction for a 2011 run-off election was not enough".

49th Ward voting

Bill Morton, registered voter in the 49th Ward

It is important to be a registered voter and vote in every election.

•Because your activism, including in reforming the system, will be more powerful if you have voted.

•Because your monitoring of the fairness of the election must begin with voting in it.

•Because there is a real value in not allowing things to get any worse than they have.

Rogers Park, I See You

I see the murals fading in the alleyways.
The corner shop that never gave up.
The voices rising at community meetings.
The hands planting flowers in public soil, even when no one said thank you.

I see the mother walking her kids home from school.
The elder waiting too long for the bus.
The artist painting without funding.
The tenant fearing the next rent hike.

I see resilience here.
And beauty.
And potential.

For years, I’ve shown up — not because I had to, but because I couldn’t walk away.
I’ve worked with you, listened to you, and stood by you.

Now I’m listening again.
You’re asking me:
"Will you run?"
"Will you lead?"
"Will you stay with us — but louder, stronger, with a seat at the table?"

I’m thinking about it.
Not for ambition — but for purpose.
Because I believe Rogers Park deserves more than what it’s been given.
Because we’ve built something here, and it’s time others see it too.

Let’s imagine a better neighborhood.
Then let’s build it.

— Bill Morton

A Message to Our Seniors

To the seniors of Rogers Park,

You have been the backbone of this community for decades. Your wisdom, your stories, and your resilience shape the neighborhood we all love.

I’ve spent time listening to many of you — hearing about your concerns: safety, affordable housing, access to services, and feeling connected in a city that sometimes moves too fast.

Some have asked if I’m thinking about running for Alderman. I want you to know that I am seriously considering how best I can serve — not just today, but for the long term.

If I take that step, it will be with a commitment to prioritize the needs of our seniors, to ensure your voices are heard loud and clear, and to fight for the programs and respect you deserve.

Thank you for your lifetime of contributions. I’m here to stand with you — now and in the future.

— Bill Morton

Brian White on the 49th ward

Check out Brian's website at www.brianwhite2011.org