Advisors
Vote Smart cultivates a network of advisors who inform and substantiate the organization's work. Our advisors are leading experts in political research and journalism, and are from all across the political spectrum. Together, they review every key vote
selection, every bill summary, and every question presented to candidates through the Political Courage Test to ensure absolute nonpartisanship, relevance, clarity, and accuracy.
Illinois
Dr. Jeffrey Ashley
Department Chair - Eastern Illinois University
Dr. Keith Boeckelman
Professor - Western Illinois University
Dr. Kelly LeRoux
Assistant Professor of Political Science - University of Illinois - Chicago
Mr. John Morris
Instructor of Political Science - Eastern Illinois University
Dr. Richard Wandling
Professor of Political Science - Eastern Illinois University
Mr. Jeff Williams
Station Manager and News & Public Affairs Director - WSIU Public Broadcasting