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🚨 ENDORSEMENT ALERT 🚨 Our Revolution is endorsing Alexi Giannoulias in his run for Illinois Secretary of State!
"We need to repair the broken relationship between our government and the people by restoring the faith and trust of so many who feel frustrated and dismayed, believing that there are two sets of rules — one for the rich, powerful and well-connected, and one for everyone else."
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Shout out to my favorite president of all time, my friend and mentor, Barack Obama.
Endorsement News🚨:
The Proviso Township and the 19th Ward Democratic Organizations each announced their endorsements of Alexi Giannoulias for Illinois Secretary of State today.
Cook County Clerk and Proviso Township Democratic Committeeperson Karen Yarbrough, who had served as the former Vice Chair of the Illinois Democratic Party and had supported former candidate and Alderperson Pat Dowell in the statewide race, made the announcement on behalf of the west suburban organization.
"Proviso is delighted to support Alexi as Secretary of State for Illinois,” she said. “Alexi has demonstrated that he is the candidate best equipped to win in the 2022 primary and in November by building coalitions, ushering in new ideas, and continuing Jesse White's remarkable career in public service. His 21st Century policy ideas will modernize the office, improve safety on our roads and make public libraries more equitable and relevant in a post-pandemic era. The 2022 election is critical for Democrats, and a strong ticket that includes Alexi will enhance our chances for victory."
O’Shea, who has served as Alderperson of the southwest side ward since 2011, announced: “The 19th Ward Democrats proudly support Alexi and will work hard to get him elected as the party’s nominee in June and win the general election against a Republican opponent in November. We appreciate his commitment to public service and his vision for improving the customer experience at driver’s license facilities and offering more services and programs that residents can access online without having to wait.”
Leading Progressive candidate for Illinois SOS racks up another big endorsement.
The three Democrats also seeking the party’s endorsement — Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia and Ald. David Moore (17th) Ald. Pat Dowell (3rd) — said they’d stay in the race, though Dowell said she’ll have to "assess how I’m going to move forward."
Progressive frontrunner Alexi Giannoulias is backed by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, Congressman Chuy Garcia, SEIU, IFT, Our Revolution and dozens of other Illinois Progressives. Alexi is the choice of unions representing more than 500,000 Illinois families and will fight to protect voting rights against attacks by Trump appointed federal judges. Join thousands of other Illinois Progressives in supporting Alexi Giannoulias for Illinois Secretary of State.
Giannoulias said picking up the backing of Schakowsky, a progressive leader in Illinois with a strong political network, is "a game-changer" heading into the June primary.
What do you call the candidate who has been endorsed by SEIU, IFT, Congressman Chuy Garcia and Our Revolution? Consensus Progressive frontrunner and Alexi Giannoulias.
HUGE NEWS!🚨Honored to earn the endorsement of the 100,000+ member union Illinois Federation of Teachers! This is a major boost for our campaign, but more importantly I'm humbled to receive
the support of the educators, school staff & public employees who share my vision for the SOS office!
Alexi continues to build broad coalition in IL SOS race. It is critical to protecting our voting rights that Dems hold this seat. Trumpers across the country are desperate to takeover the election apparatus.
SEIU Local 1 says when the CHA hired a company called Manage Chicago for building upkeep, cleaning, and repairs to CHA properties, it led to nearly a dozen Black and Brown workers losing their jobs.
Danger Signs for Democrats
Major Campaign News:
“We’re endorsing Alexi because he has always supported workers and believes strongly in earning fair wages and protecting retirement income for middle-class families,” said LIUNA Vice President and Great Lakes Regional Manager Terry Healy. “He is hands down the right candidate and the Democrats’ best chance to retain Secretary Jesse White’s seat in 2022. We are extremely proud to back him as the next Secretary of State and we will stand shoulder to shoulder with him throughout the next 16 months to make sure he wins the Democratic nomination and general election.”
“Alexi is a thoughtful, pragmatic and selfless leader who will represent the needs of our workers in Springfield,” said LIUNA Vice President and Midwest Regional Manager John Penn. “He knows the issues facing working families and the importance of creating and protecting jobs as well as increasing wages, ensuring collective bargaining, and gaining access to affordable healthcare for our members. Alexi will deliver results-driven solutions to the challenges facing working families as we emerge from the uncertainty of the pandemic.” 🚀🚀🚀
The next Illinois Secretary of State, Alexi Giannoulias standing with community leaders in the South Suburbs.
Alexi’s coalition keeps growing. This is what a Democratic campaign looks like.
Following a big endorsement from Congressman Chuy Garcia, Alexi just announced more unions are getting behind his candidacy for Illinois SOS.
More Big News.. Our momentum continues...
I'm honored to recieve the support of Painters District Council No. 30. PDC 30 is a well‐known hub of election activity in the Illinois Collar Counties, the region that surrounds the population‐heavy Cook County. It likes to connect early with candidates and share its vision for a partnership between labor unions and local, state, and national leaders that focuses on community and economic development; job creation that guarantees fair wages, strong healthcare and pension benefits, and investments in apprenticeship and training; and supporting every individual’s right to unionize and collectively bargain.
“Something we really like about Alexi is that he listens,” says Anderson. “He engages us with questions about what we can do together to help Illinois’ communities thrive.” PDC 30’s endorsement also recognizes Giannoulias’ commitment to restoring trust between government and the people. Anderson explains: “There are many ways this important state office and its agencies can help working families see the good side of government, and the importance of electing pro-labor leaders in Illinois. We want to support a leader who looks out for the welfare of the majority, not just the wealthy and powerful.”
I’m honored and incredibly excited to have earned the endorsement of PDC 30 and I will stand strong with their members who comprise their nine local unions in suburban Chicago and in Northern and Central Illinois. I will advocate for them and fight for all Illinois workers who want nothing more than the opportunity to earn a fair wage, receive affordable healthcare and build a better life for their families. I will amplify their voices in Springfield and ensure they get heard.
PDC 30’s headquarters is approximately 50 miles west of Chicago in Kane County. PDC 30 – a District Council – is a collection of 9 local unions affiliated with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, with a jurisdiction that covers 29 Illinois counties and includes the larger cities of Elgin, Rockford, Aurora, and Peoria. Known to many for its iconic sign along Route 88 near the exit for Orchard Road, PDC 30 enjoys strong visibility among labor unions in the building and construction trades.
Huge endorsement for Alexi today. Great leader of the Progressive community, Congressman Chuy Garcia and the 22nd Ward IPO endorse Alexi for Illinois Secretary of State.
The airlines have been bailed out. Now frontline airport workers deserve a just wage. Please repost if you think frontline airport workers should get a raise as the airlines are getting billions of dollars in bailouts.
Local 1 Chicago airport workers appreciate the support of chief sponsor Alderman Gilbert Villegas and all aldermen and alderwomen who supported the introduction of the airport ordinance at City Hall today ✈️
Big airlines received 💰💰💰 in relief - it's time airport workers and their families get some relief, too!
Added to what he already had in his account, the new fundraising gives Giannoulias over $2.1 million cash on hand for the race, which has become crowded with announced and prospective candidates since Jesse White said he won’t seek re-election.
I guess the pe*****le ring QAnon talks about is actually within the Republican Party. That makes sense now.
It's been a week for Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz.
The Trump trolls are going to love this one. The Biden stock market is already out-performing the Trump stock market.
Fifty trading days are in the books.
This is what leadership looks like. Universal Basic Income will become a reality if we elect Progressive leaders like Alexi.
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