Tell Governor Pritzker to Protect Illinois

Indivisible Chicago members can play a critical role in helping protect Illinois residents, and those travelling from red states to Illinois, from Trump's policies. We are calling on the Governor to use everything in his power to protect Illinois and to take proactive action before Trump takes office. Please use the form below to submit the following email to Governor Pritzker's office:

I am writing first to thank you for taking a stand to protect the rights, freedoms and dignity of all Illinoisans, including immigrants and members of marginalized communities against Trump and his Project 2025 agenda. Thank you for defending abortion rights and for working with other governors to oppose Trump in the coming years.

With Trump reentering the White House in January, I am deeply concerned about the federal policies that could threaten the progress we've made in our state. California Governor Gavin Newsom's recent decision to call a special legislative session to pass protections is a model of the proactive approach needed to shield our residents from Trump's dangerous agenda.

As you know, Trump's policies will likely bring aggressive rollbacks on reproductive rights, climate regulations, healthcare, and LGBTQ+ protections. These attacks will disproportionately impact blue states like ours, where residents rely on progressive policies to ensure their safety and well-being. I urge you to act now to protect our state's values and shield us from Trump's harmful policies.

Please consider these actions to safeguard Illinois:

Call a Special Legislative Session: Convene a session to address the critical threat posed by Trump's policies. This session should prioritize measures to protect our residents' rights, health, and safety from federal overreach.

Create a State-Funded Legal Defense Fund: Establish a legal fund to defend our state's progressive policies against Trump's administration. This fund could support legal battles on issues like reproductive healthcare, environmental protection, and civil rights.

Form Regional Compacts with Like-Minded States: Partner with other blue states to create a united front on climate policy, civil rights, and labor standards, showing that our values cannot be undermined by Trump's administration.

Adopt “Race-to-the-Top” Standards: Lead the way with high standards in areas like labor rights, renewable energy, and environmental protections. These policies not only benefit our residents but also set a national example, demonstrating that our state will stand firm against Trump's regressive policies.

Enact Protections for Out-of-State Visitors Seeking Essential Services: Pass laws that extend protections to individuals traveling to Illinois from states where services, such as reproductive healthcare and gender-affirming care, may be restricted under Trump's policies. This step would reinforce our commitment to civil rights and bodily autonomy, creating a safe haven for those affected by oppressive federal policies.

Utilize State Contracts and Investments to Support Our Values: Use our state's economic influence to promote civil rights, environmental responsibility, and fair labor practices. By prioritizing companies that align with progressive values and refusing contracts with those that support Trump's harmful policies, our state can send a powerful message of resistance.

Governor Pritzker, with your leadership, our state can be a powerful counterforce against a federal government that threatens our most fundamental rights and protections. I am hopeful that you will take these actions to protect Illinois and ensure that we remain a stronghold for justice, equality, and environmental stewardship.

Thank you for your dedication to safeguarding our values and for taking steps to protect our community in the face of a second Trump administration. I look forward to seeing our state take bold, protective actions to uphold the rights and freedoms that are essential to our future.