Brian White on the 49th Ward

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Blane Roberts visits local businesses

Blane Roberts tonight at Quest Network Services

Blane Roberts visited local businesses today to discuss the issues on the day before the election.

He would like to remind 49th Ward voters that he is running as a write-in candidate for 49th Ward Alderman.

Here is some information from Blane Roberts for 49th Ward Alderman:

One Conversation I’ll Never Forget

A few winters ago, I helped a local shop owner shovel snow off his storefront. He was older, ran the place mostly by himself, and told me business had slowed — not because people didn’t care, but because no one in City Hall seemed to care about him.

We talked for a while. He didn’t ask for handouts. He just wanted to be seen. Heard. Respected. That conversation has stayed with me ever since.

It reminded me why I do what I do — whether it’s promoting small businesses, cleaning up neglected corners of the neighborhood, or showing up to city meetings others ignore. Because people deserve more than speeches. They deserve action.

Lately, more and more neighbors have asked if I’m going to run for Alderman. I’m thinking about it — not because I’m looking for power, but because I want to do more for people like that shop owner, and for every resident who’s ever felt forgotten.

If I step forward, it won’t be for myself. It’ll be for the people I’ve already been standing beside — people who give everything to this neighborhood and ask so little in return.

That’s the kind of Rogers Park I believe in — one where we take care of each other. And if I can do more to make that happen, I’m ready.

— Bill Morton

Brian White on the 49th Ward

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

A Vision for Rogers Park

Good evening, neighbors and friends.

I stand here not as a politician, but as someone who loves Rogers Park and believes in its potential. For years, I’ve worked alongside so many of you — supporting our local businesses, cleaning our streets, and advocating for our community’s needs.

Recently, many have asked if I’m considering running for Alderman. It’s a question I take seriously, because leadership is about responsibility — about stepping up when your community calls.

I believe in leadership that listens first and acts second. Leadership that builds bridges, not walls. Leadership that works every day — not just during election season.

If I decide to run, it will be because I want to serve with integrity, transparency, and dedication. And I will do so only if I have your trust and support.

Together, we can build a stronger, safer, and more vibrant Rogers Park. I’m ready to continue this journey — with you.

Thank you.

— Bill Morton

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.