A computational scientist at UIC, Sokovic participated in the nonviolent student movement in Serbia that overthrew Slobodan Miloševic. “I experienced firsthand that the people together, with discipline, humor, and careful planning, can move mountains,” she said. She envisions a public safety approach where “the community is empowered, and healing and reconciliation are prioritized over punishment.” Alderperson Gregory Mitchell (Seventh Ward) and Martina Hone (5th Ward aldermanic candidate) have endorsed.
Candidate questionnaire responses
Do you have experience as an activist or community organizer?
Do you have experience interacting with CPD?
Do you have experience working or interacting with government?
Should the city hire more police officers?
Is CPD adequately funded?
CPD reform:
Mental health crises: