Local candidates and elected officials who respect the Arab and Muslim community with open doors and fairness were feted at a community forum in Bridgeview hosted by the Arab American Illinois Political Coalition, formerly the Arab American Democratic Club. More than 400 people attended including many candidates for local, county and region wide offices at the event held at Niko's Restaurant and Banquets in Bridgeview, 7600 S. Harlem Avenue on Sunday Feb.18, 2024.
Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau’s People Over Politics organization also endorsed candidates for the library board, Orland Fire Protection District and Moraine Valley Community College Board.
A gathering of the Orland Township Democratic Organization (OTDO) on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, honored the 24-year service of former Secretary of State Jesse White.