I was only able to get two of my three opponents off the ballot. I decided not to run unless unopposed, so I withdrew. I was elected Associate Judge by my colleagues in December (an alternative way to get on the bench) so I'm still a Judge. Thank you for your support.
I ask my friends and followers to Pray that I can somehow retain my Ministry of Social Justice serving our Community as a Judge in the Circuit Court of Cook County.
God Bless You.
Your Brother In Christ,
Judge Fredrick Bates
Not so fast... here's a clearly labeled Calumet Township card (showing @JBPritzker, not @KennedyforIL) and, in #CookCountyJudicial races, just as orthodox countywide - but @batesforjudge, Laws, @judgetoyaharvey, Richardson, Seaton, and Willis in 2. Hmmmm.