Shocking Twist: Tiffany Henyard Barred from Thornton Township Supervisor Ballot – Here’s What Happened

Tiffany Henyard, the Supervisor of Thornton Township, aimed to seek re-election for the position, but her name will not appear on the ballot.

By Sheenu Gupta On Dec 4, 2024 Share with new partner:

Tiffany Henyard, who currently serves as the Supervisor of Thornton Township, had intended to run for re-election to maintain her position. However, her attempt to have her name included on the upcoming ballot has been denied, preventing her from seeking another term in office.

Residents braved the cold and arrived early for the Democratic Party Caucus in Thornton Township, located in the south suburbs. People gathered both outside and inside the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Auditorium, eager to cast their votes for the Democratic nominees who will run for various positions in the township. Among the key positions being contested was the highly sought-after supervisor role, with candidates vying for the opportunity to represent the community in the upcoming election.

During the Democratic Party Caucus for Thornton Township, Tiffany Henyard’s bid for re-election was thwarted when her name was not accepted for the ballot. The caucus members voted to deny her candidacy because she failed to meet a crucial requirement: a complete slate of candidates. In order to qualify, Henyard’s slate needed to include all eight necessary positions—supervisor, highway director, clerk, assessor, and four trustees. However, Henyard’s ticket was incomplete as she did not have a certified assessor, leading to her disqualification from nomination.

Instead, Illinois State Senator Napoleon Harris, who also serves as the Thornton Township Democratic committeeman, was nominated as the Democratic candidate for supervisor. Harris’ name will appear on the ballot, while Henyard’s will not.

The decision left Henyard visibly frustrated, and she expressed her anger by accusing Harris of running the process improperly, calling it “illegal” and criticizing his handling of the caucus. This caucus marked a significant event, as it was the first time in 30 years that Thornton Township Democrats had used this method to determine the candidates for the ballot.