20 Reasons to Attend CAC 20th Anniversary Party

Here are 20 excellent reasons to celebrate with us by buying a ticket or a table, and purchasing an ad in our program book.


Read them all -- we saved the best for last!

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Reason #20: Because CAC protects your First Amendment rights at the local government level.

Reason #19: Because CAC cares about YOUR voice so you can advocate for YOUR civic issues.

Reason #18: Because CAC works with people across the political spectrum.

Reason #17: Because CAC services are free of charge.

Reason #16: Because CAC provides an open forum for civic engagement.  

Reason #15: Because CAC community lawyers work for YOU.

Reason #14: Because CAC hosts a robust summer intern program each year.

Reason #13: Because this is an opportunity for YOU to connect with other community activists.

Reason #12: Because CAC empowers YOU and others to understand the law.

Reason #11: Because 20 years is an achievement for CAC.

Reason #10: Because CAC strengthens the tools and institutions for public participation in Illinois

Reason #9: Because CAC helps community groups organize campaigns using the legal infrastructure for public participation.

Reason #8: Because it’s not a CAC party without YOU.

Reason #7: Because CAC provides free Citizen Guides that translate complex legal issues into language that is easier to understand.

Reason #6: Because CAC provides free lesson plans on issues bearing on democracy.

Reason #5: Because CAC defends individuals’ rights to participate at government meetings.

Reason #4: Because CAC monitors government for anti-democratic practices and abuses.

Reason #3: Because CAC celebrates the Constitution every day.

Reason #2: Because CAC has an inspiring program planned for YOU.

Reason #1: Because we want  to see YOU there - - YOU are the “citizen” in Citizen Advocacy Center!