Press Release: Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth Earns Endorsement from Good Government Champion and Former Cook County Clerk David Orr
Orr praised Manaa-Hoppenworth's track record of service: "I admire Leni’s lifelong commitment to community advocacy and amplifying residents' voice in decision-making. I am certain she will serve the ward respe
RogersEdge Reporter: Battle for the 48th Ward: A Sit-down with Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth
RER: Why did you decide to run for Alderman?
All politics is local, and local politics is all relations. And relationships are how you build strong communities. It’s how we’re going to take care of each other and keep one another safe.
Feb 18: Women For Leni Rally and Canvass with Kina Collins
Election Day is fast approaching and we need all hands on deck! Join us for a fun rally on Saturday, Feb 18 at noon at our new field office at 1129 W Bryn Mawr and an afternoon of canvassing with Women for Leni! Meet Special Guest Kina Collins, gun violence prevention advocate.
We have MOVED to a New Office in Edgewater!
We are delighted to announce the opening of our new Edgewater office at 1129 W Bryn Mawr, generously donated by a Leni for 48th supporter!
We are looking forward to welcoming volunteers to this new space in the final two weeks before Election Day (Feb 28)!
Feb 13: March to the Polls with Us!
Join Leni and friends on Monday, Feb 13 at noon to march to the polls from our Edgewater office (1129 W Bryn Mawr) to vote early at the Broadway Armory at 5917 N Broadway. Let’s cast our vote for Leni!
Press Release: Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth Earns Windfall of Key Endorsements: Chicago NOW PAC, Former Congresswoman Marie Newman, Gun Violence Prevention Advocate Kina Collins
"I believe that together we can make a real difference for the residents of the 48th ward and the city of Chicago. With the support from these progressive champions and the community, I am confident we can build a better future for all of us," said Manaa-Hoppenworth.
Feb 12: Filipinx & Friends Canvassing Event
When elected, Leni will be the first Filipinx alder in the history of Chicago City Council!
Join us this Sunday, February 12th from 12-2:30pm at Campaign HQ (5301 N. Clark St.) to canvass & then go eat Filipino food at Namit Cafe!Sign up to canvass here. See you Sunday!
Windy City Times: 48th Ward Candidate Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth on Why Running, Biggest Differences from Other Challengers
“Many of the candidates in this race have passionate ideas but that is not enough. You need deep roots in the ward like me, who has an investment in what happens and has been doing the work.”
Video: ASCO Community Forum with Candidates for 48th Ward
On Jan 26, the Association of Sheridan Condominium/Co-op Owners (ASCO) hosted a community forum at Emanuel Congregation to hear from all 10 candidates running for 48th ward alderperson. The event was moderated by Sean Lewis, WGN weekend morning anchor.
Jan 28: Join us for a Reception!
Please join hosts: State Representative Theresa Mah, Former Congresswoman Marie Newman, Jerry Clarito, Oliver Aguilar & Harris Lee at a reception in support of Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth on Saturday, Jan 28 at 4pm at Furama Restaurant
Leni Interviewed on the Ben Joravsky Show
"For the last seven years, activist Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth joined forces with Indivisible members throughout the state to battle Trump and Trumpism. Now she’s shifted her sights to the local front, running for alderwoman of the 48th ward. She explains her strategies, reasons, and aspirations."
Bodily Autonomy is a Human Right
Six years ago today, I helped mobilize 10k Illinoisans to go to the Women’s March in Washington DC in protest of the inauguration.
When I was in high school, I had an abortion. Because I had access to safe medical care, I was able to make a choice about MY body and it changed my life.
Video: 48th Ward Aldermanic Candidate Forum
On Jan 14 Uptown United, the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce and the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce hosted a forum at the Broadway Armory to hear from all 10 candidates running for 48th ward alderperson.
Press Release: State Representative Theresa Mah endorses Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth for 48th Ward Alderwoman
The Manaa-Hoppenworth campaign is honored to announce that Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth has been endorsed by State Representative Theresa Mah for alderwoman of the 48th ward.
Video: SEAC Candidate Forum
On Jan 7, the South-East Asia Center hosted a candidate forum at the Bezazian Library for all 10 candidates running to become the next alderperson of the 48th ward.
The forum was moderated by Peter Porr, founder and acting president of the South-East Asia Center.
Buttons and Yard Signs and Postcards, Oh My!
The high cost of campaigning is a barrier for women, people of color, and anyone who cannot afford to buy their way into office. It's the reason Leni has fought for campaign finance reform for years. Consider pitching in today for buttons, yard signs, and postcards — and join Leni on the campaign trail!
New Year, New Alderwoman
My platform is rooted in my fundamental values that health, housing, and safety are human rights. These values were foundational to my activism, continue to be foundational to my campaign, and will be foundational to my work as alderwoman.
Community Is The Answer
After the 2016 election, I felt the deep concern that many of us did: I'm a woman. I'm a person of color. I'm queer. These are some of the many identities that we knew were in danger.
Rather than let that feeling overwhelm me, I got to work, organizing with my community.
Together, We Are Indivisible!
Like many of us, my activism was activated after the 2016 election. In 2017, I co-founded Indivisible Illinois, a statewide group following the principles of the Indivisible guide to defend our democracy, and Indivisible IL9 – Andersonville-Edgewater right here in the 48th ward.
Join us this Weekend for Canvassing!
Join us this weekend for the last canvassing opportunity of 2022! Sat Dec 17 from 10a-4p and Sun Dec 18 from 12-4!