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Anthony Michael Tamez

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Anthony Michael Tamez
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Chicago Police District Council District 17
Tenure

2023 - Present

Term ends

2027

Years in position

2

Elections and appointments
Last elected

February 28, 2023

Education

Associate

Harry S Truman College, 2020

Personal
Birthplace
Chicago, Ill.
Religion
Spiritual
Profession
Government
Contact

Anthony Michael Tamez is a member of the Chicago Police District Council in Illinois, representing District 17. He assumed office on May 2, 2023. His current term ends on May 4, 2027.

Tamez ran for election to the Chicago Police District Council to represent District 17 in Illinois. He won in the general election on February 28, 2023.

Tamez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.

Elections

2023

See also: City elections in Chicago, Illinois (2023)

General election

General election for Chicago Police District Council District 17 (3 seats)

Beth Rochford, Anthony Michael Tamez, and Steve Spagnolo defeated Brian Sullivan and Nick Carusi in the general election for Chicago Police District Council District 17 on February 28, 2023.

Candidate
%
Votes
Beth Rochford (Nonpartisan)
 
27.2
 
15,556
Image of Anthony Michael Tamez
Anthony Michael Tamez (Nonpartisan) Candidate Connection
 
23.8
 
13,588
Image of Steve Spagnolo
Steve Spagnolo (Nonpartisan)
 
21.6
 
12,341
Brian Sullivan (Nonpartisan)
 
18.5
 
10,578
Nick Carusi (Nonpartisan)
 
8.9
 
5,066

Total votes: 57,129
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2023

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Candidate Connection

Anthony Michael Tamez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Tamez's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Anthony Tamez is First Nations Oji-Cree/Black and the current Chairman of the Center for Native American Youth’s Advisory Board, a member of Chi-Nations Youth Council, a Chicago-based grassroots collective of Native peoples, and a steward of the First Nations Garden in Chicago’s northwest neighborhood of Albany Park, located across the street from the 17th District, and is a member of 39th Ward Neighbors United.

As a Black and Native person, Anthony is committed to teaching others how to live ethically on Anishinaabek lands and supporting Black Indigenous solidarity in the struggle for collective liberation. Tamez is committed to reimagining what public safety means for our communities. In an ever-changing world, we need systems that work for, not against, the people.

Anthony is committed to a government that serves the community’s best interests. Anthony knows the city government’s inner workings and has worked to make meaningful change a reality, having worked alongside two of Chicago’s progressive aldermen.
  • Community Involvement- District Council members should first and foremost be centering, enabling and facilitating community voice in policing.
  • Community Control of Police- District Council members should work to empower people to determine who polices their community and how their communities are policed.
  • Community Alternatives to Police- District Council should work to develop and expand restorative justice practices in the district. This includes community alternatives that work toward healing and restoring trust beyond policing.
Important areas of public policy for me are ones that have a substantial impact on communities and individuals including public safety, affordable housing, investments in youth, investments in education, and open green space. Public safety is a major concern for many individuals, and tackling concerns such as crime, violence, and accidents is a crucial duty of all levels of government. Access to inexpensive, safe, and stable housing is critical for the well-being of individuals and families, making affordable housing a significant problem. Investments in youth, such as programs that promote education, job training, and other opportunities, can help to ensure that young people with the skills and resources necessary for lifelong success. Investments in education, such as school finance, teacher development, and instructional programs, are also essential for ensuring that all students have access to high-quality education and are equipped for future success. Open green space, such as parks, trails, and other public areas, can bring substantial benefits to communities, including enhanced public health, environmental benefits, recreation possibilities, and social interaction opportunities.
I am resilient, which is important for weathering the challenges and setbacks that are inevitably encountered in any political campaign or in the course of serving in public office. I’m also trustworthy which is critical, as people must be able to trust that you will act in their best interests and fulfill your commitments. I’m also a hard worker and dedicaticated which is essential for success in public office, as the responsibilities and demands of serving in office can be significant. Finally, I’m thoughtful, I have the ability to carefully consider issues and make well-informed decisions, which is important for success in public office. This can involve seeking out and considering diverse perspectives, being open to new ideas and approaches, and taking the time to thoroughly understand the implications of different policy choices.

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