State Senator Sue Rezin | Illinois General Assembly
State Senator Sue Rezin | Illinois General Assembly
State Senator Sue Rezin (R-Morris) has spoken out against the passage of Senate Bill 2412, which brings changes to Illinois' election process in the midst of the current election cycle. In a released statement, Senator Rezin emphasized the importance of free and fair elections, stating, "Free and fair elections are the bedrock of our nation."
Senator Rezin criticized the timing of the changes, expressing her concerns about limiting the people's ability to choose their future elected officials. She highlighted the issue of politicians influencing the electoral process, stating, "First, politicians picked their voters with redistricting, and now they are picking their opponents with this legislation."
Furthermore, Senator Rezin expressed her belief that the passage of Senate Bill 2412 has contributed to a loss of faith in the election process among the people of Illinois and the nation at large. She stated, "The people of our state and nation have lost faith in our election process, and Senate Bill 2412 only reinforces those sentiments."
The passage of Senate Bill 2412 has sparked debate and criticism, with Senator Rezin's statement adding to the ongoing discussions surrounding the legislation and its implications on the democratic process.