John,

This is a dark time for our democracy and our personal rights. Families are being torn apart at the border due to President Trump’s inhumane immigration policies and Republicans have passed strict anti-abortion laws that undermine the protections of Roe v. Wade.

I ran for mayor in part to ensure that Chicago will never follow the path down which Trump is trying to take our country. And on March 17th, voters have an important decision to make right in our backyard.

I am proud to endorse Marie Newman to represent Illinois’ Third District. Will you join me in supporting her campaign by making a donation?

I know that when it comes to protecting hardworking immigrants and refugees who have helped build and grow our city and region, Marie Newman will stand in solidarity with these important communities. Her opponent, Dan Lipinski, called Trump a “champion on immigration reform” and voted against the DREAM Act. Those are not our values.

Speaking of values, Marie has been a stalwart supporter of a woman’s right to make her own health care decisions, while Rep. Lipinski has sponsored over 55 bills to restrict reproductive rights. This is not ancient history. Just last month, Lipinski joined Republicans calling on the Supreme Court to reverse Roe v. Wade.

The list goes on. Lipinski voted against Obamacare, mocks efforts to combat climate change, and is actually still opposed to marriage equality. That’s right, if it were up to Dan Lipinski, I wouldn’t be able to marry my wife.

It’s no wonder some refer to Lipinski as “Trump’s favorite Democrat.”

We don’t need any more politicians who are actively attacking our communities and trying to turn back the clock. It’s time for the people of the Third District to have a real Democrat representing their values. I hope you’ll support Marie Newman.

Thanks,

Lori E. Lightfoot
Mayor
Chicago, Illinois