Listen up Illinois 11th District. We have strong Democratic candidate!!

[sueh]

Halvorson Will Seek Weller's Seat

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Senate majority leader she will put 'Illinois families first, not D.C. special interests'

October 3, 2007
BY Ken O'Brien Special to the Daily Southtown
State Sen. Debbie Halvorson (D-Crete) announced Tuesday that she will run for the 11th District congressional seat being vacated by U.S. Rep. Jerry Weller.

Halvorson made the announcement after spending last weekend in Washington, D.C., where she met with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and talked to representatives of Emily's List, a group that backs women candidates who are abortion rights supporters.

Halvorson, 49, is the Senate majority leader and top assistant to Senate President Emil Jones (D-Chicago). She is in the middle of her fourth term in the Senate, representing a district that covers four counties, including Will and Cook.

In her statement, Halvorson said she's launching a grass-roots campaign on behalf of the hard-working families of the district. Voters deserve accountability, leadership and a strong voice in Congress, she said.

"In Congress, I'll work to bring our troops home from Iraq, and I'll continue my fight for affordable health care and to strengthen our local economy," Halvorson said. "It is time we put Illinois families first, not D.C. special interests."

http://www.dailysouthtown.com/news/584735,100307halvorson.article

[ProfessorGAC]

1. Well, That's Cool

I was kind of hoping Pavich would run again. He nearly beat the criminal Weller last time. I think he would win in a walk.
GAC

[davsand]

2. Oh wow. I had no idea Debbie was even thinking about a run for Congress!

That is just so cool! I know her family, and I know her. She is an awesome woman.

What happy news!



Laura

[sueh]

3. I don't think she was planning a run before Weller

announced he wasn't seeking re-election. I've asked her a few times to run for congress but she was more focused on the state level. I'm glad she is running and I will work my butt off to help her win.