Standing with the Workers Who Keep Illinois Moving
I’m honored to share that the Illinois American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) — one of the most significant and respected labor endorsements any candidate can receive.
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This endorsement isn’t just symbolic. It represents the trust of hundreds of unions and millions of working people whose labor keeps our communities strong. It signals something I’ve believed my whole career:
When working families thrive, our whole state thrives.
For me, this endorsement reflects a shared vision — one where every worker deserves fair wages, safe workplaces, strong public services, and the dignity of knowing their voice matters. It reflects the conversations I’ve had with educators, trades workers, first responders, healthcare professionals, and public service workers across our district: people who show up every day and keep Illinois running.
The AFL-CIO’s support also brings real organizing power. Labor doesn’t just endorse — they act. They knock doors, talk to voters, and mobilize communities because they know exactly what’s at stake when it comes to protecting workers’ rights and building an economy that works for all of us.
In a moment when workers are being squeezed on every side — by rising costs, unsafe conditions, and policies that chip away at their stability — this endorsement draws a clear contrast. I will always stand with working families. I will always fight for affordability, safety, dignity, and economic justice. And I am proud to be the labor-endorsed candidate in this race.
Together, we’re building a future where every family has the chance not just to get by — but to get ahead.
Let’s get to work.
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