Democracy for America Endorses Nine in Chicago Aldermanic Races

Released: Feb 16, 2007 2:58 PM

CHICAGO, IL -- On behalf of the progressive grassroots, Democracy for America (DFA) endorsed nine outstanding government reformers in the Chicago municipal elections today at Chicago City Hall.

“They are true reformers with the courage to fight for progressive values. Although their political platforms are diverse, they share a commitment to affordable housing, full funding of public schools, neighborhood revitalization, honest government, fair elections, a liveable wage, smart growth and increased community involvement in the decision making process,” said DFA chair Jim Dean. “With great pride and enthusiasm, DFA endorses these nine candidates who share our belief in people-powered politics and will move Chicago forward.”

Edgewater/ Rogers Park DFA leader Sandra Verthein agrees, “Chicagoans have a choice to make. We need open, accountable government that serves the interests of the common good and treats all people fairly and with dignity. We know these nine government reformers will be excellent aldermen.”

The following DFA-List endorsed aldermanic candidates enjoy the enthusiastic support of activists from local groups such as Edgewater/Rogers Park DFA and the Loop DFA:

David Askew (Ward 2)
Greg Brewer (Ward 50)
Joe Moore (Ward 49)
Leroy Jones (Ward 21)
Manuel Flores (Ward 1)
Michele Smith (Ward 43)
Ricardo Munoz (Ward 22)
Sandi Jackson (Ward 7)
Toni Preckwinkle (Ward 4)

The nine candidates graciously accepted their endorsements, including incumbent Joe Moore who commented, “I'm grateful for DFA's endorsement.  The people- powered politics that DFA represents is long over due at Chicago's City Hall.  I look forward to returning to the City Council with all of DFA's endorsed candidates, when we can bring a more democratic process to the City Council.”

Democracy for America, which was founded by Howard Dean in 2004, is a political action committee dedicated to building a grassroots network of socially progressive and fiscally responsible activists running for all levels of office – from the school board to the Presidency. DFA is empowering everyday Americans to reform their political system.