Quinn for Illinois

Campaign Releases List of More Than 300 Endorsements Statewide

CHICAGO – As Governor Pat Quinn rallied supporters in six cities Monday to get out the vote for tomorrow’s Democratic primary, Quinn for Illinois released a six-page list of endorsements from elected officials, newspapers, advocacy groups, labor unions and activists in every corner of Illinois.

“From the very beginning of this campaign, I have been greatly encouraged by the outpouring of support I have received from elected leaders, organized labor, activists and everyday people throughout the Land of Lincoln,” Governor Quinn said. “As we run toward the finish line, I know that our strong team of supporters will lead us to victory.”

Governor Quinn’s six-page list of endorsements includes:

·    The Chicago Sun-Times, Crain’s Chicago Business, the Belleville News-Democrat, and a string of other publications with a combined readership of nearly 1 million;

·    Eight U.S. congressmen,15 state senators, 25 state representatives, 18 county commissioners, more than 30 mayors and village presidents, and dozens of aldermen and village trustees from communities statewide;

·    Twelve labor unions and locals representing more than 1.1 million hard-working Illinois men and women;

·    Advocacy groups including Democracy for America, the American Muslim Taskforce on Civil Rights and Election, the Independent Voters of Illinois-Independent Precinct Organization, Planned Parenthood, Citizen Action and the Sierra Club Illinois Chapter, representing millions of committed activists statewide.

To rally his supporters statewide, Quinn Monday embarked on a whirlwind, six-city flyaround to get out the vote for the Feb. 2 primary.  The day of rallies began in Chicago with a large group of elected officials and included stops in Rockford, Quad Cities, Peoria, Decatur and Marion. 

Since becoming Governor just one year ago, I have relied on my supporters throughout Illinois to help me put our state back on track,” Governor Quinn said. “Today, it’s good to know that people all across our state are working together to help me win this election and keep Illinois moving forward.” 

For more information, please visit www.QuinnforIllinois.com.