Remove Mayor Ashmore and Chief Basenburg from office
Remove Mayor Ashmore and Chief Basenburg from office
The Issue
In the small community of Sesser, Illinois, where the quiet streets and friendly neighbours symbolize the heart of American values, a severe injustice looms over our community. This is not just about me—it's about every citizen who believes in the foundational principles of freedom and equality that our Constitution guarantees. **Our rights are under threat**, and it is crucial that we come together to defend them.
As a resident, I have exercised my Constitutional protected activity, only to face retribution from those sworn to protect our freedoms. Mayor Jason Ashmore and Chief Basenburg are complicit in actions that turn a blind eye to the fundamental rights enshrined in the First and Fourth Amendments, violating the trust we have placed in them. The case of ACLU vs. Alvarez proves that videotaping police officers performing their public duties is legal, yet this precedent has been overlooked, if not outright ignored, resulting in retaliation against me for attempting to assert my rights.
The Constitution is not just a piece of paper; it embodies the struggle of countless individuals who fought for the freedoms we enjoy today. It's heartbreaking and unacceptable to watch these rights be weaponized against law-abiding citizens who are merely exercising their civil liberties. My personal experience is a testament to a broader pattern of abuse under color of law that Mayor Ashmore and Chief Basenburg have perpetuated.
The misuse of power in Sesser is not an isolated issue but a critical concern that affects everyone in our community. By allowing these infringements of rights to proceed unchecked, we are setting a dangerous precedent that endangers our collective civil liberties. This is a call to action: for justice, for accountability, and for the reaffirmation of our Constitutional protections that countless Americans have worked tirelessly to preserve.
To the citizens of Sesser and all supporters of freedom, let's unite in our efforts to restore justice and integrity to our local leadership. Remove Mayor Jason Ashmore and Chief Basenburg from office to stop the erosion of our Constitutional rights. By signing this petition, you are taking a stand not only for my rights but for your own and for the rights of future generations. **Sign now to make your voice heard and demand accountability.**
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The Issue
In the small community of Sesser, Illinois, where the quiet streets and friendly neighbours symbolize the heart of American values, a severe injustice looms over our community. This is not just about me—it's about every citizen who believes in the foundational principles of freedom and equality that our Constitution guarantees. **Our rights are under threat**, and it is crucial that we come together to defend them.
As a resident, I have exercised my Constitutional protected activity, only to face retribution from those sworn to protect our freedoms. Mayor Jason Ashmore and Chief Basenburg are complicit in actions that turn a blind eye to the fundamental rights enshrined in the First and Fourth Amendments, violating the trust we have placed in them. The case of ACLU vs. Alvarez proves that videotaping police officers performing their public duties is legal, yet this precedent has been overlooked, if not outright ignored, resulting in retaliation against me for attempting to assert my rights.
The Constitution is not just a piece of paper; it embodies the struggle of countless individuals who fought for the freedoms we enjoy today. It's heartbreaking and unacceptable to watch these rights be weaponized against law-abiding citizens who are merely exercising their civil liberties. My personal experience is a testament to a broader pattern of abuse under color of law that Mayor Ashmore and Chief Basenburg have perpetuated.
The misuse of power in Sesser is not an isolated issue but a critical concern that affects everyone in our community. By allowing these infringements of rights to proceed unchecked, we are setting a dangerous precedent that endangers our collective civil liberties. This is a call to action: for justice, for accountability, and for the reaffirmation of our Constitutional protections that countless Americans have worked tirelessly to preserve.
To the citizens of Sesser and all supporters of freedom, let's unite in our efforts to restore justice and integrity to our local leadership. Remove Mayor Jason Ashmore and Chief Basenburg from office to stop the erosion of our Constitutional rights. By signing this petition, you are taking a stand not only for my rights but for your own and for the rights of future generations. **Sign now to make your voice heard and demand accountability.**
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Petition created on June 6, 2026