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ELECTED LEADERS ACROSS THE SOUTH SUBURBS COME OUT STRONG TO ENDORSE ROBIN KELLY FOR U.S. SENATE
ELECTED LEADERS ACROSS THE SOUTH SUBURBS COME OUT STRONG TO ENDORSE ROBIN KELLY FOR U.S. SENATE
CHICAGO – As Congresswoman Robin Kelly prepares to file her petitions as a U.S. Senate candidate from Illinois, a group of more than 40 elected officials and community leaders from Chicago’s South Suburbs have endorsed her for U.S. Senate. The group includes a former congressional colleague, current and former Illinois state legislators, long-time mayors and local leaders who have worked closely with Kelly to deliver results for the people of Illinois.
“Trust, knowledge, and strength of character are attributes that define Robin Kelly and her work for Illinois,” former state representative Al Riley said. “From the statehouse to Congress, Robin’s work has always focused on community well-being—whether it's equitable healthcare or public safety. I know she’ll bring the same passion, drive, and proven results to the U.S. Senate.”
“Robin Kelly has forged an experienced and proven path at every level of government that I admire and follow,” Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin said. “Robin is the candidate in this race who knows how to get things done for Illinois, and I can’t wait to see what she will deliver in the U.S. Senate.”
“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Robin for years, and she’s one of the most effective, compassionate, and principled leaders I know,” said Richton Park Village President Rick Reinbold. “I’ve seen firsthand how fiercely she fights for the people of Illinois. When she’s elected to the U.S. Senate, Illinois residents can count on her to deliver with the same tenacity and integrity.”
“I got my start as an elected official representing the South Suburbs, and I’m humbled by the strong support from this group of leaders who has had my back from day one,” Kelly said. “I am honored to continue to have their confidence and support in the U.S. Senate.”
The group of South Suburban supporters includes:
Former Congresswoman Marie Newman
State Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin
Former State Rep. Al Riley
State Rep. Will Davis
State Rep. Bob Rita
Will County Coroner Laurie Summers
Mayor Dave Gonzalez, Chicago Heights
Village President Sterling M. Burke, Olympia Fields
Village President Sheila Chalmers-Currin, Matteson
Mayor Jada D. Curry, Lynwood
Mayor James W. Ford, Country Club Hills
Mayor Toleda Hart, Glenwood
Mayor Michelle Nelson, Flossmoor
Village President Rick Reinbold, Richton Park
Mayor Joe Woods, Park Forest Mayor Terry Wells, Village of Phoenix
Mayor Roger A. Agpawa, Markham
Mayor Robert Polk, Burnham
Mayor Darren Bryant, Robbins
Mayor Ronald Denson, Calumet Park
Mayor Jason House, Dolton
Former Mayor Vernard Alsberry Jr., Hazel Crest and Bremen Township Committeeman
Former Mayor John Ostenberg, Park Forest
Assessor Sam Brown, Rich Township
Alderman Ricardo Spivey, Country Club Hills
Trustee Robbie Craig, Matteson
Trustee Paula Farr, Matteson
Trustee Stacy R. Leak, Matteson
Trustee Andre Satchell, Matteson
Trustee Tiffani Graham, Park Forest
Trustee Maya Hardy, Park Forest
Trustee Teresa Settles, Park Forest
Trustee Erin Slone, Park Forest
Trustee Cynthia Butler, Richton Park
Former Trustee Art Byrd, Olympia Fields
Former Trustee Cassandra J. Matz, Olympia Fields
Former Trustee Juanita Hardin, Matteson
Former Trustee Ben Ramsey, Hazel Crest
Clerk Mike Jordan, Richton Park
Chair Camiella Williams, Prairie State Board of Trustees
Former Member Jay Readey, Prairie State Board of Trustees
Member Kim Elmore-Perkins, District 163 School Board
Member Dr. Camille O’Quin, District 233 School Board
Today’s endorsements add to growing support and endorsements of Kelly for the U.S. Senate, including: fellow gun violence champion Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT); Brady PAC, the nation’s oldest gun violence prevention organization; leaders in the gun violence prevention community; members of Congress, including members of the Congressional Black Caucus; the Congressional Black Caucus PAC; Elect Democratic Women, the only member-led political action committee dedicated to increasing the number of women in Congress; Jotaka Eaddy, founder of Win with Black Women and a nationally renowned business executive, social impact strategist, and investor; and nearly 70 members of the state’s LGBTQIA+ community.
More information on Robin Kelly, her leadership in Congress, and her candidacy for the U.S. Senate can be found on her website.