In 2020, a critical situation unfolded that raises serious concerns about the potential misuse of political data and conflicts of interest in Illinois. I am bringing this matter to light because it directly impacts the integrity of political processes and data handling in our country. During this period, Troy Hernandez, a Statistician employed by Civis Analytics, ran as a Green Party Candidate for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD). At the same time, Civis Analytics was contracted to work with the Joe Biden re-election campaign. This dual involvement raises significant questions about potential conflicts of interest and the safeguarding of sensitive political data.

Troy Hernandez on WTTW Chicago

Moreover, Troy Hernandez was not just an employee of Civis at this juncture; his role extended to his participation in the leadership of the Cook County Green Party Executive Committee. According to Jai Godwin, the current Illinois Green Party Membership Steward, Troy Hernandez had access to the Illinois Green Party voter database. This database contained crucial and sensitive information, including names, addresses, telephone numbers, and even banking information of Green Party members. Such access, especially amid concurrent duties that might potentially conflict, demands scrutiny to ensure that the data was not mishandled or inappropriately shared.

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The Department of Justice's Public Integrity Section, and specifically John D. Keller Principal Deputy Chief of PIN, entrusted with the responsibility to enhance the public's confidence in the integrity of their governing systems, is the appropriate entity to investigate these disturbing assertions. The DOJ's timely intervention could clarify whether there were breaches of legal or ethical standards and restore trust among political party members and the general public.

Troy Hernandez Participating in Cook County Green Party

I urge everyone who values fair and transparent political processes to sign this petition. Your voice is essential to demand that the Department of Justice investigate Civis Analytics' conduct and Troy Hernandez's management of sensitive voter data. Let us ensure that our political systems operate without the shadow of data misuse or conflicts of interest. Sign this petition now to call for transparency and integrity in political data management.