“Septemberfest Shows Democratic Strength in Bloomingdale”
“From parade pride to straw poll excitement, Bloomingdale Democrats showed unity, visibility, and momentum heading into 2026.”
The sun was shining bright on Bloomingdale Township as Democrats gathered for a two-part day of visibility at the annual Septemberfest. The morning kicked off at DeJardin Elementary School, where volunteers, candidates, and supporters lined up at 10:30 AM for the parade. With signs raised high, smiles beaming, and candy flying into the eager hands of kids along the route, the Democratic contingent made a vibrant impression as they marched from DeJardin to Old Town Park.
But the day didn’t end with the parade — it was just getting started. At Old Town Park, the Bloomingdale Township Democratic Organization hosted its booth, drawing steady crowds throughout the afternoon. Voters stopped by to grab literature, meet candidates, and participate in one of the weekend’s most engaging activities: the Bloomingdale Septemberfest Straw Poll.
Residents were invited to cast ballots in key Democratic primary races, offering an early snapshot of where grassroots enthusiasm is trending ahead of the March 17th primary.
The results gave plenty for local Democrats to talk about:
IL 8th Congressional District
By the time the booths closed, one thing was clear: Democrats in Bloomingdale Township showed up, showed out, and made their voices heard. Between the parade energy, the lively booth, and the straw poll excitement, the day was a resounding success in demonstrating Democratic unity and visibility.
The sun was shining bright on Bloomingdale Township as Democrats gathered for a two-part day of visibility at the annual Septemberfest. The morning kicked off at DeJardin Elementary School, where volunteers, candidates, and supporters lined up at 10:30 AM for the parade. With signs raised high, smiles beaming, and candy flying into the eager hands of kids along the route, the Democratic contingent made a vibrant impression as they marched from DeJardin to Old Town Park.
But the day didn’t end with the parade — it was just getting started. At Old Town Park, the Bloomingdale Township Democratic Organization hosted its booth, drawing steady crowds throughout the afternoon. Voters stopped by to grab literature, meet candidates, and participate in one of the weekend’s most engaging activities: the Bloomingdale Septemberfest Straw Poll.
Residents were invited to cast ballots in key Democratic primary races, offering an early snapshot of where grassroots enthusiasm is trending ahead of the March 17th primary.
The results gave plenty for local Democrats to talk about:
IL 8th Congressional District
- Dan Tully — 38.29%
- Junaid Ahmed — 20.56%
- Yasmeen Bankole — 14.18%
- Kevin Morrison — 13.47%
- Neil Khot — 7%
- Sanjyot Dunung — 6.38%
- Christ Kallas — 0%
- Ryan Vetticad — 0%
141 total votes
- Jean Kaczmarek — 83%
- Paula Deacon Garcia — 17%
89 total votes
- Holly Kim — 34%
- Stephanie Kifowit — 25%
- Margaret Croke — 22%
- Karina Villa — 19%
87 total votes
- Maria Sinkule — 52.7%
- Melissa Garcia Villenueva — 47.2%
72 total votes
By the time the booths closed, one thing was clear: Democrats in Bloomingdale Township showed up, showed out, and made their voices heard. Between the parade energy, the lively booth, and the straw poll excitement, the day was a resounding success in demonstrating Democratic unity and visibility.
