McDonough County League hosts candidate forum

The League of Women Voters of McDonough County hosted a candidate forum, an event designed to give voters direct access to people seeking public office.

The event

Candidate forums allow voters to hear responses from candidates in the same setting. They can help residents compare candidates’ priorities and learn more about the offices on the ballot.

Local civic role

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization that conducts voter education and public forums. A forum hosted by the McDonough County League provides a local setting for civic discussion.

What voters can take from it

Residents who attend or review a forum can listen to candidates explain their views and plans in their own words. Forums also give voters an opportunity to consider questions about local government and public issues before casting a ballot.

The event is identified as a candidate forum hosted by the Illinois League of Women Voters of McDonough County. The race, date, location, participating candidates and discussion topics are not identified in the event description.