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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Vehicles parade down Davis St, and one person sits atop a car holding two US flags. Hundreds gathered at Fountain Square after President-elect Joe Biden announced his victory Saturday morning.

Evanston celebrates after Biden declares victory

November 8, 2020

When President-elect Joe Biden was announced as the projected winner for the 2020 presidential election Saturday morning, Evanston residents erupted into cheers. Hundreds flocked to Fountain Square,...

Medill alumna Clarke Humphrey. As Deputy Digital Director for Joe Biden, Humphrey has successfully directed a mostly grassroots-based online fundraising program.

Medill alumna Clarke Humphrey emphasizes the importance of a representative political space

November 2, 2020

At 28 years old, Clarke Humphrey (Medill ’14) is leading the charge on ads, emails, texting and store fundraising for former Vice President Joe Biden’s presidential campaign. As Biden’s deputy digital...

On Election Day, Evanston polling locations were mostly quiet, which some attribute to an increased use in early voting and mail-in ballots.

The Daily Northwestern’s 2020 election guide for Evanston voters

November 2, 2020

 With Election Day right around the corner, voters across Evanston are preparing to cast their votes. So we’ve compiled information on some of the candidates and issues found on ballots in Cook...

While some progressive voters are not satisfied with Biden’s policies, they see Trump as a dangerous alternative.

Biden supporters weigh in on policies, Trump alternative

October 29, 2020

With the 2020 presidential election approaching amid growing momentum for the national Black-led movement for police abolition, there is a disconnect between the traditional Democratic Party members that...

Vote signs are posted in windows of Main-Dempster Mile businesses. They are part of Main-Dempster Mile’s efforts to get Evanston residents to vote.

Main-Dempster Mile mobilizes Evanston voters ahead of Nov. 3

October 22, 2020

The Main-Dempster Mile, a coalition of Evanston small businesses, is rolling out new efforts to get out the vote before Nov. 3. The group is hosting bake sales, selling themed merchandise and initiating...

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