In brief
Pope Leo XIV, hailing from Chicago, has been an active voter in Illinois, participating in both Democratic and Republican primaries since 2000.
Pope Leo XIV has made headlines not only for his papacy but also for his consistent participation in elections. As a Chicago native, he has voted in at least ten general elections since 2000, including casting an absentee ballot in the latest presidential election. According to state records, he’s displayed bipartisanship by voting in both Democratic and Republican primaries throughout the years. His voting history reveals he selected Democratic ballots in the 2008 and 2010 primaries, switching to Republican ballots for three primaries between 2012 and 2016. While Illinois is predominantly Democrat, voters are not required to register with a party, allowing flexibility in choosing their ballots. Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, grew up in a parish-focused family in Dolton, Illinois, and has returned to his roots multiple times throughout his career. Whether it's for studies or during his service to the Midwest Augustinians, his ties to the community remain strong, bridging his global journey with local elections.
