Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn endorsed U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García for mayor on Thursday, spurning his former gubernatorial running mate Paul Vallas.
Mayoral candidate U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia speaks with attendees during a mayoral forum at 22 West Washington Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023 in Chicago.
García said of Quinn’s backing: “This is big time. Pat Quinn embodies principled leadership and the people of Chicago trust his judgment. He knows the type of leader it takes to work across government and improve the lives of working Chicagoans. ... Nineteen days to go and our coalition continues to grow. I’m proud to have Governor Quinn on Team Chuy.
Then-Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn, right, appears at a 2014 news conference with his running mate Paul Vallas. Quinn is now endorsing one of Vallas's challengers in the race for Chicago mayor, U.S. Rep. Jesus"Chuy" Garcia. Lightfoot unveiled an endorsement from numerous Black faith leaders, a key demographic for her as she seeks to earn a second term. Lightfoot beamed as she stood with dozens of people in Bronzeville and accepted their endorsement.
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