Eileen O’Neill Burke
@EileenCookCnty
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Lifelong Democrat & Mom of four. Former Prosecutor, Defense Attorney & Judge. Candidate for Cook County State's Attorney. Still in love with Chicago.
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I’m honored to be the Democratic nominee for Cook County State’s Attorney! Congratulations to Clayton Harris on a hard-fought campaign.
There is so much more that unites us than what divides us. I promise to work tirelessly to help build a safer, stronger Cook County together.
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When I'm State's Attorney, if you commit a crime with a gun, you will be prosecuted. Period.
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We’re still waiting for votes to be counted but rest assured that our team is monitoring the process closely, and we are optimistic.
I’m hopeful - and grateful. To each and every one of my supporters, friends, and voters - thank you is not enough.
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When I'm State's Attorney, if you commit a crime with a gun, you will be prosecuted. Period.
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I’m not giving up on Chicago. I love this city.
That’s why I served here for 30 years as a prosecutor, a criminal defense attorney & a judge. That’s why I raised my four kids here. And it’s why I am running for State’s Attorney.
Together, we can turn this around. I know we can.
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I love the Windy City! Polls are open for 3 more hours and I’m not taking a single vote for granted. There’s still time - get out and vote before 7pm!
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I love Chicago. I’m not giving up on our city. And I’m not going anywhere.
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In last week's debate, my closing statement was pretty simple.
If you like the way things are going right now, you have a candidate in this election. It isn't me.
But if you want a fair, professional & effective State's Attorney, then I am your candidate.
Watch my full answer:
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Not to engage in silly season but for everyone sharing this - including my opponent and his allies who continue to spread outright lies - I don't even drink! I lost my voice and was shouting over the parade. This is beyond desperate.
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In last month's debate, my closing statement was pretty simple.
If you like the way things are going right now, you have a candidate in this election. It isn't me.
But if you want a fair, professional & effective State's Attorney, then I am your candidate. Watch my full answer:
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Grabbed a quick coffee for some energy at the Collectivo in Wicker Park. They have fantastic coffee & are unionized! Always great to support my friends in organized labor.
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For the record - no, I’m not related to THAT Burke.
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Just voted with my husband & one of my four beautiful kids!
Meeting so many wonderful people from every part of Cook County & hearing their stories has been the honor of a lifetime. I hope you’ll consider voting for me for State’s Attorney - early voting is open now!
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Who doesn’t love Manny’s? Their corned beef is so good that I buy it for my kids on St. Patrick’s Day and pretend like I made it. Love this Election Day tradition!
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We’ve got so many volunteers out canvassing today that we don’t even all fit in one picture. Team O’Neill Burke isn’t taking a single vote for granted! Thanks to Local 399, Local 130, and everyone who came out.
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My opponent is politics as usual. He’s a corporate anti-union lobbyist who has donated to anti-choice Republicans.
I’ll be the change that we need. When I'm State's Attorney, if you commit a crime with a gun, you will be prosecuted. Period.
Cook County, your choice is clear.
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I’ve spent 30 years as a prosecutor, criminal defense attorney & judge seeking justice for the people of Cook County.
As State’s Attorney, I’ll prosecute violent crimes, get illegal guns off our streets & provide alternative approaches for addiction & mental health issues.
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Honored to be endorsed today by the Chicago Tribune. Together, we can reboot the State's Attorney's Office, prosecute violent crime, go after illegal guns, and create one of the largest restorative justice bureaus in the country.
See the full endorsement:
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Huge news: I'm honored to be endorsed today by the Daily Herald!
"Burke, in particular, offers the kind of promise that Cook County residents are looking for in their top criminal prosecutor."
Read more:
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I'm a Democrat, former prosecutor, defense attorney & judge who took on the Catholic Church to hold those who abused children accountable.
I'm running for Cook County State's Attorney to go after illegal guns, prosecute violent crime & address the root causes like mental health.
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In 2022, Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza (
@susanamendoza10
) got more votes than anyone else on the ballot in the state of Illinois.
Today, she enthusiastically endorsed my campaign for State's Attorney in Cook County.
Hear why directly from her:
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Good morning!
I'm honored today to announce the endorsement of Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza (
@susanamendoza10
) - the first statewide Democrat to endorse any candidate for State's Attorney. Together, we can crack down on illegal guns and bring change to Cook County.
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My opponent is politics as usual. He’s a corporate anti-union lobbyist who has donated to anti-choice Republicans.
I’ll be the change that we need. When I'm State's Attorney, if you commit a crime with a gun, you will be prosecuted. Period.
Cook County, your choice is clear.
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Polls are open until 7pm Cook County!! My team and I are still working hard to earn your vote. Running for this office has been the honor of a lifetime.
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Thank you President Preckwinkle, I look forward to working together.
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Honored to be endorsed by Alderman Matt O'Shea! Together, I know we will stand up for the victims of crime and be fair & just to all in Cook County.
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More endorsements:
Honored to have the support of Democratic Committeeman Joe Cook, former Alderman Tom Tunney, former Alderman Michele Smith, and former State Rep. Julie Hamos! Together, we can bring safety and justice to everyone in Cook County.
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Started the day bright and early with Comptroller
@susanamendoza10
, talking with voters in Ukrainian Village. Happy Election Day!
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"We’re impressed with Eileen's experience...she knows prosecutors & their ambitions, has heard plenty of explanations from defendants, gets the stresses faced by police & given her experience working as a judge knows the importance of ethical integrity."
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In case you missed it:
I was honored to be endorsed by my Alderman & Democratic Committeewoman Pat Dowell.
Pat is an incredible leader for Chicago and a trusted advisor to me. I look forward to working together to bring safety to every community in Chicago.
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“O’Neill Burke, with 30 years of experience as a judge and prosecutor, is running on a platform focused on safety and justice."
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Good morning!
Our campaign for a Cook County that's safe & fair to everyone continues to grow.
Honored to be endorsed by Alderman Bennett Lawson, Alderman Silvana Tabares, State Rep. Mike Kelly and Democratic Committeeman Vincent Cainkar.
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Loved campaigning today with two of the best leaders Illinois has to offer,
@lucymoog
& Rep. Margaret Croke. Election Day is tomorrow & polls open at 6am.
I’m honored to be a candidate for such an important office. For a safer & more just Cook County, I humbly ask for your vote.
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Happy Saturday!
I had a great time meeting voters across Cook County this morning. Election Day is just 10 days away & early voting is open now. I’m not taking a single vote for granted and I hope to earn your support.
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I spent my career as a prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, & judge. As State’s Attorney, I’ll be the change we need & go after illegal guns.
My opponent? Politics as usual. He’s an anti-union corporate lobbyist who led efforts to deny fair wages & workers rights.
My new ad:
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Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Chicago! It was so fun to have all four of our great kids walking with us in a parade not too far from our old neighborhood.
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Honored to be endorsed today by the Chicago Fire Fighters Union Local 2!
When my Dad passed away when I was young, it was only because of his union life insurance that I was able to afford to go to college & become a lawyer. I’ll always have the backs of working people.
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Good morning! I can’t think of a better way to start such a beautiful day than campaigning with a cinnamon roll at Ann Sather. I’m not taking a single vote for granted.
@QuigleyCampaign
@SaraFeigenholtz
@lawsonfor44
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Our momentum just keeps growing.
Honored to be endorsed today by Mayor Jose Nevarez, the Worth Township Democratic Organization, and former Alderman James Cappleman.
Together, our diverse & growing coalition can be the change that Cook County needs.
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This little guy has been a regular at walking his neighborhood for my campaign.
Who else has a yard sign? Send me a picture of your yard signs or your dogs!
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Closed down the polls in Wicker Park yesterday with
@ward32chicago
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More big news today: I'm honored to be endorsed by Alderwoman Monique Scott (
@aldermanscott24
), a tireless advocate for her community.
Together, we can keep Cook County safe from violent crime while ensuring our justice system is fair to all.
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Hey Chicago!
It was great seeing at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade downtown. You all look so good in green!
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Many thanks to the Southland Black Chamber of Commerce for the award & for having me at your Women in Business Luncheon! I am honored to earn your endorsement & look forward to partnering towards a Cook County that is safe & fair to all.
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Comptroller Susana Mendoza is the definition of a public servant and we are very lucky to have her in Illinois. I'm honored by her support and look forward to working together.
Chicago can be the safest big city in America IF we elect the right State’s Attorney. Please join me in voting to elect Eileen O’Neil Burke as our next Cook County State’s Attorney.
@EileenCookCnty
is one of the most qualified candidates ever to run for office in Illinois.
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I spent my career as a prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, & judge. As State’s Attorney, I’ll be the change we need & go after illegal guns.
My opponent? Politics as usual. He’s an anti-union corporate lobbyist who led efforts to deny fair wages & workers rights. Watch my ad:
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Big news: I’m proud to be endorsed by Alderman & Democratic Committeeman Brendan Reilly. Our support is growing every day. Together, we can crack down on illegal guns, prosecute violent crimes and address the root causes like mental health.
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Happy Monday!
Honored to be endorsed today by Senator Sara Feigenholtz. Sara has been a tireless leader & advocate for our community and I'm proud to have her support. Together, we can keep people safe from violence while achieving our goals for restorative justice.
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Early voting starts today! I stepped down from the Appellate Court to run for State’s Attorney for one reason - I love Chicago. I want a Chicago that is safe for your children & mine - in every neighborhood.
It’s an honor to ask for your vote - I don’t take it for granted.
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What a beautiful Sunday & a fantastic day of events. I’m energized meeting so many folks across Cook County. I hope to hear your story soon & earn your vote!
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So great to see my Alderwoman Pat Dowell today and Democratic Committeewoman Lucy Moog! Chicago is blessed with so many strong women leaders and I am grateful to have both of their support.
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I'm proud of the endorsements I've earned from a diverse coalition across Cook County - with many more to come. As more and more hear our message about safety & justice, our momentum is continuing to grow.
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More endorsements: many thanks to Alderman Anthony Beale, Mayor Kelly Burke, Mayor George Alpogianis, and Mayor John Ryan for the support! It’ll take all of us working together to turn this around.
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I’m 100% pro-choice with a plan to protect our communities & a woman’s rights.
Clayton Harris? He donated to anti-choice Republican Ethan Hastert & did a press event today with a donor who has equated abortion to “murder.”
Choice is yours, Cook County.
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BREAKING:
Teamsters JC 25 President Tom Stiede, representing more than 100,000 workers, raises serious concerns about Clayton Harris's anti-union record.
Stiede says: “Democrats can’t trust Clayton Harris to fight for them & do what’s right."
Read more:
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Happy Friday! My team told me I needed to tweet something less serious, so I will just say this:
Of the very little time I’ve spent over the last 30 years outside of the courtroom (as a prosecutor, criminal defense attorney & judge), I’ve spent watching animal videos on Twitter.
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The endorsements keep coming! Proud to be endorsed today by Ald. & Democratic Committeewoman Debra Silverstein, Ald. Peter Chico and Ald. Brian Hopkins.
The State's Attorney's Office isn't working, but I know that together, we can fix it.
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When Marshan was released from prison after 25 years, he & I worked together to help put young people on a productive path.
Now, Marshan is in law school at my alma mater in Chicago. I'm so proud to have his support.
Hear his story:
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New week, new endorsement! Many thanks to Alderman & Democratic Committeeman Scott Waguespack for his endorsement. Together, we can turn start to turn around the State’s Attorney’s Office.
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With women’s rights under attack, I’m ready to defend them as State’s Attorney on Day 1.
I’ll form the first ever Choice Protection Unit with prosecutors trained to enforce Illinois law, protect patients from harassment & defend against anti-choice lawsuits.
Watch my new ad:
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Did you know early voting starts this week? If you want a State’s Attorney’s Office that is professional, effective, just, fair and experienced— then I am your candidate and I’d be honored to earn your support.
Learn more about how to vote:
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As a corporate lobbyist, my opponent directed tens of thousands of dollars to anti-choice Republicans including “the most anti-woman nominee to ever run for Illinois Governor.”
He even personally donated to anti-abortion Republican Ethan Hastert.
We can't trust him.
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Big news! I'm excited today to announce the endorsement of Alderman & Democratic Committeeman Felix Cardona and Alderman & Democratic Committeeman Chris Taliaferro. My campaign is building more momentum every day and I'm honored to have their support.
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Busy day across Cook County! Thanks to IFT Local 943, the West Suburban Chamber of Commerce, and to the 39th & 41st Ward Democrats for having me & learning about my vision for safety & justice for all in Cook County.
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With women’s rights under attack, I’m ready to defend them as State’s Attorney on Day 1.
I’ll form the Choice Protection Unit with prosecutors trained to enforce Illinois law, protect patients from harassment & defend against anti-choice lawsuits.
More:
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This Women's History Month, I wanted to share how proud I am to have earned the support of these strong women -- and so many more across Cook County. I'll always fight against extreme Republican attacks on women's reproductive freedom.
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Intern Spotlight, Part 3:
I’ve got the hardest working team in Illinois - full of young people who inspire me daily with their love of Cook County & their passion for safety & justice. Meet a few more of my interns below!
Intern Spotlight, Part 2:
I'm so proud of the interns on my campaign. They represent the future of Chicago - the best that this city has to offer. They, like each of us, deserve a city with both safety and justice. Learn more about just a few of our interns below:
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Big news! I’m honored to be endorsed by the Southland Black Chamber of Commerce.
“Our board firmly believes that Justice O’Neill Burke’s experience in the judiciary & thoughtful approach to solving crime that has been plaguing our communities will help us become a safer county.”
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Major news: I'm honored today to announce the endorsement of Congressman Mike Quigley!
"As a former defense attorney, Cook County Commissioner & now Member of Congress, I enthusiastically endorse Justice Eileen O'Neill Burke for State's Attorney," said Congressman Mike Quigley.
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BIG NEWS: I'm honored today to announce the endorsement of IUOE Local 150. As the daughter of a labor leader, I'll always stand with working people and organized labor.
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Intern Spotlight, Part 2:
I'm so proud of the interns on my campaign. They represent the future of Chicago - the best that this city has to offer. They, like each of us, deserve a city with both safety and justice. Learn more about just a few of our interns below:
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Thanks for having me!
West Suburban Chamber of Commerce & Industry hosted a Cook County States Attorney Forum on 2/13/24. Thank you to Judge Eileen O’Neill Burke, Clayton Harris and Bob Fioretti for a lively and informative discussion. Special thanks to our moderators and candidates.
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Thank you Claude!!
I’m proudly voting for
@EileenCookCnty
to become State’s Attorney, Cook County.
If you live and/or work in Cook County, this election for State’s Attorney is more consequential to you than the Presidential one in November.
March 19 - go vote.
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We are all filed and ready to go! Let's go win this thing.
“Among the hopefuls trickling in on Monday to show off their stacks of signatures and officially get into the race for Cook County state’s attorney were Eileen O’Neill Burke, a Democrat.”
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Standing room only at my meet and greet today - thanks to everyone who braved the cold weather to support our campaign for safety & justice in Cook County!
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I’m not afraid to take on the powerful to fight for justice & victims. In fact, I was one of the first prosecutors to take on the Catholic church for covering up its sexual assault allegations.
I’ve always stood up for safety & justice. I’ll do the same as your State's Attorney.
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I'm tremendously saddened to hear of the passing of Clerk Karen Yarbrough. My thoughts are with her family and the Maywood & Proviso Township communities that have known her fierce advocacy and lifelong commitment to public service.
BREAKING: Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough dies following hospitalization, spokesperson confirms
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I was inspired to go into law by women like Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Justice Mary Ann McMorrow and many others. I hope the number of women in law continues to grow.
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On this 51st anniversary of Roe v Wade, a worthwhile reminder: I’m 100% pro-choice. As the Cook County State’s Attorney, I’ll always stand with women and their right to make their own healthcare decisions.
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Intern Spotlight:
Anthony is a Senior at DePaul University & one of my incredible interns. A native of Minnesota & student in Political Science, Anthony plans to stick around Chicago after he graduates to root for the Bulls & the Sox. Anthony, thank you for being on the team!
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Endorsement Alert 📢📢📢:
I'm proud to have the support of Alderwoman Pat Dowell, Rep. Margaret Croke and former Alderman Roderick Sawyer! Together, we can bring safety and justice to all in Cook County.
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Just now, I filed paperwork to make the ballot as a Democrat for State’s Attorney in Cook County. As a former Prosecutor, Criminal Defense Attorney, & Judge — I know exactly how to fix our broken justice system & address the root causes of crime, like poverty & mental health.
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I’m not taking a single vote for granted in this election - I’ve already attended more than 50 meet & greets across Cook County to hear directly from voters about their family & their community. Want me to come by your neighborhood? Shoot me a message and we’ll make it happen!
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I’m honored by the support of so many in Cook County but don’t get me wrong - we’re not taking anything for granted. As a former prosecutor, criminal defense attorney and judge, I plan to work hard over these next few months to earn your vote for Cook County State’s Attorney.
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For over thirty years as a prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, and judge, I have spent my career committed to seeking justice for the people of Cook County. Now, I’m running for State’s Attorney to continue that fight.
Learn more at my website:
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The endorsements keep rolling in! Thankful to have the support of so many who are committed to a safe & just Cook County - from our friends in labor unions to State Representatives to leaders in the Democratic party.
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Stiede continues:
"Harris lobbied against good pay, benefits, and working conditions for ordinary people. His anti-union record disqualifies him for this important office. He did not stand by workers, and they should not stand by him while he seeks this esteemed office."
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“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”
—Martin Luther King Jr.
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Throwback to the better weather of October, where Dem. Committteeperson Lucy Moog & Rep. Margaret Croke joined me for an event in Lincoln Park. Chicago is blessed with so many inspirational & hard-working women. I’m honored to count my friends Lucy & Maraget among our supporters.
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If only Santa were registered to vote in Cook County! Wishing you and your family peace and joy this Christmas.
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“We need to tackle gun violence while getting after the root causes of crime, like poverty and historic disinvestment,” O’Neill Burke said."
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I had a great time getting a coffee & sharing my vision for Cook County with so many voters at the Colectivo in Lincoln Park yesterday! Many thanks to Committeeperson
@lucymoog
and Rep. Margaret Croke for joining me.
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“After spending nearly her entire career in and around the courtroom as a prosecutor, criminal defense attorney and judge, Eileen O’Neill Burke argues her breadth of experience makes her the right fit to oversee an office of more than 1,400.”
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Thank you to Painters District Council 14 for their endorsement of my campaign. As the daughter of a labor leader, I am proud to have their support to bring both safety and justice to our communities.
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I am incredibly proud to have the support of the Sprinkler Fitters Local 281. Our campaign is growing in momentum everyday to bring safety and justice to Cook County.
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