Amy and I both offer our heartfelt congratulations to President Cullerton, a true champion for Chicago, on an incredible career in the General Assembly. For over four decades, President Cullerton has devoted himself to serving the residents of Illinois, first as a public defender and member of the Illinois National Guard, then as an elected official in the Illinois Senate and House of Representatives. From pension and school funding reform, to marriage equality, protecting immigrant rights and abolishing the death penalty, President Cullerton’s commitment to growing Illinois’ economy and improving the lives of city and state residents has been at the center of everything he has accomplished. As much as we will miss his leadership and guidance down in Springfield, we know he returns to private life leaving Illinois stronger and more resilient, and we offer our best wishes to him and his wife Pam as they embark on this new chapter in their lives.

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