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Chip Markel’s campaign isn’t backed by corporate PACs or big-city insiders—it’s fueled by neighbors, teachers, veterans, students, and everyday people who believe Southern Illinois deserves real representation in Springfield.

Whether you’ve got a few hours a week or just want to help spread the word, there’s a place for you on Team Chip. Let’s bring common sense and real change to the 118th District—together.

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Sign the Petition

Help get Chip on the ballot by signing his nomination petition. Every signature counts—and yours helps ensure voters across the district have a true advocate to choose in 2026.

Form Fields:

• Full Name (required)

• Address (Street, City, ZIP – required for validity)

• Phone Number (optional)

• Email Address (optional)

• County (dropdown menu)

Note: You must be a registered voter in the 118th District to sign.

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Volunteer

Ready to knock doors, make calls, host a house party, or drive voters to the polls? However you can pitch in, we’d love to have you.

Form Fields:

• Full Name (required)

• Email Address (required)

• Phone Number (required)

• ZIP Code (required)

• Availability (check all that apply):

  • Weekdays

  • Evenings

  • Weekends

• Interests (check all that apply):

  • Door Knocking

  • Phone Banking

  • Texting Voters

  • Hosting Events

  • Social Media Support

  • Sign Distribution

  • Petition Circulating

  • Data Entry / Office Work

  • Other (text field)

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Host an Event

Want to introduce Chip to your friends, union, church group, or community organization? We’ll help you organize a house party, Q&A, or coffee meet-up where your group can talk directly with Chip and learn about his vision for Southern Illinois.

Form Fields:

• Full Name (required)

• Email Address (required)

• Phone Number (required)

• Preferred Event Type (dropdown: House Party, Meet & Greet, Workplace Visit, Community Group, Other)

• Location/City (required)

• Approximate Group Size (optional)

• Preferred Dates/Times (text field)

• Anything else we should know? (text area)

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Stay Connected

Don’t miss campaign updates, new videos, event announcements, and ways to make a difference. Sign up for our email list and be part of the grassroots movement to bring Southern Illinois values to Springfield.

Form Fields:

• Email Address (required)

• First Name (optional)

• ZIP Code (optional)

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Questions?

Got a great idea, a concern to share, or want to speak with someone from our team? Reach out anytime at [[email protected]] or message us on Facebook. We’re listening.