Quinn for Illinois

These and other extreme positions reflect Mr. Brady's misguided priorities, especially at a time when we need to rebuild our economy and prepare our workers for the jobs of the future.  He may represent the extreme fringe of the right-wing, but he certainly does not represent the people of Illinois.

Here at Quinn Campaign Headquarters, we want to say thank you to everyone who helped put Pat over the top on Tuesday.  We couldn't have accomplished what we did without the support of all of our volunteers, precinct captains, and election day workers.  We're looking forward to your help as we prepare for the general election in November.  For now, help us by watching this video and signing up.

Today is Election Day.

We have the opportunity to keep our state on the right path, the path towards economic recovery, fiscal responsibility, and open government.

The polls are open from now until 7 pm, and people all across Illinois are making their voices heard.

Now it’s your turn.  Watch this video, and then go vote.

Vote today, and make sure you tell your friends and family to vote too.

You’re invited!  Quinn for Illinois is hosting an Election Night Event at the Hotel Allegro in downtown Chicago.  Come watch results with us, see the Governor speak, and be part of the action on election night.  There’s limited space available.

Claim your ticket and RSVP at http://quinnforillinois.com/enight-rsvp.  Doors open at the Hotel Allegro, 171 West  Randolph, at 6:30 pm.  We hope to see you there!

From the Daily Herald
By Mark Guethle

As we prepare to go to the polls, keep in mind why we vote. Since I am very active in the political process, I feel the need to recommend "the people's" best choice for governor and that choice could not be clearer. Pat Quinn, as one endorsement put it, "is looking out for the little guy," and I agree.

Huffington Post

Governor Pat Quinn released a new campaign ad Wednesday, which will be the last before Tuesday's primary. The ad comes as polling numbers show Quinn and Dan Hynes neck and neck in the race.  Since Hynes released a controversial ad showing former Chicago Mayor Harold Washington criticizing Quinn, the attacks in the race have been constant.  The ad released Wednesday, however, is quite mild-mannered--with Quinn sincerely addressing voters: "You know me. For years I fought the big shots on behalf of everyday people," Quinn says. "...restoring integrity in government."  "On Tuesday my opponent is counting on false, negative ads to win," Quinn says. "Me? I'm counting on you."

About two-dozen elected officials –– local and state –– put their muscle Monday behind Gov. Pat Quinn’s quest for election to a full term as governor.  Citing the governor’s qualifications and track record in the African American community, state Sen. Rev. James Meeks, D-15th, Ald. Freddrenna Lyle (6th) and U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush, D-1st, said they know Quinn’s heart and it’s with the communities they represent.

“We proudly and resoundly give our support to Pat Quinn, hopefully our next governor for a while. You don’t have to convince me you’re with the Black community. We know you and we give our support wholeheartedly,” Meeks told Quinn during the endorsement session at the Parkway Ballroom on 44th Street and King Drive.

Today, the Hynes campaign hit yet another historic low by implying the endorsement of a man Dan Hynes called a "do-nothing," "pork pie" politician -- President Barack Obama.  This misuse of the words and image of an iconic Illinois leader follows last week's misappropriation of the late, great Mayor Harold Washington's words and image -- even though Comptroller Hynes worked alongside his father to defeat and destroy Mayor Washington and everything he stood for.

Governor Pat Quinn today announced that construction will begin this April to completely reconstruct the north-south section of Chicago’s Wacker Drive. The three-year, $366 million project will result in more than 4,000 jobs to the area and will be maintained through the Chicago Department of Transportation.  Funding for the project comes through Illinois Jobs Now!, a job-generation and capital improvement program that will revive the state’s ailing economy by creating and retaining over 439,000 jobs over six years.

Today, My Fox Illinois had an interesting piece about New Media in the 2010 Gubernatorial Primary election.  Since the Obama campaign nearly perfected online campaigning in 2008, Netroots activity has become an essential part of any legitimate political operation.  Online activism helps candidates reach as many voters as possible in the shortest amount of time.  Right now, Governor Quinn is working hard to talk to as many voters possible, but he can’t be everywhere at once.  Enter our new media team.