Statements: SEIU Healthcare Illinois Responds to Primary Results in SD-10, SD-12, HD-4, HD-6, and HD-19

SEIU Healthcare Illinois Statement on Robert Martwick Primary Victory in SD-10

Greg Kelley, President of SEIU Healthcare Illinois, issued the following statement upon the news of Robert Martwick winning the Democratic primary for Illinois State Senate District 10:

“State Senator Robert Martwick’s win in today’s primary is a win for working families. In his first term, Sen. Martwick has fought to protect public education, enforce fair labor practices, and provide tax relief for Illinois families. He has proven his commitment to economic justice and protecting the rights of working people. SEIU Healthcare Illinois is proud to support Sen. Martwick as he seeks re-election in November and continues to make Illinois a better place for the next generation.” 


SEIU Healthcare Illinois Statement on Celina Villanueva Primary Victory in SD-12

Erica Bland-Durosinmi, Executive Vice President of SEIU Healthcare Illinois, issued the following statement upon the news of Celina Villanueva winning the Democratic primary for Illinois State Senate District 12: 

“A born and raised Chicagoan, State Senator Celina Villanueva has fought fiercely in Illinois’ House and Senate for Chicago’s working families. A daughter of immigrants, Sen. Villanueva is committed to uplifting historically marginalized voices and championing policies that will benefit immigrant communities, including the Keep Illinois Families Together Act and the RISE Act. SEIU Healthcare Illinois members are proud to continue supporting her in November’s general election for SD-12.”


SEIU Healthcare Illinois Statement on Lilian Jiménez Primary Victory in HD-4

Erica Bland-Durosinmi, Executive Vice President of SEIU Healthcare Illinois, issued the following statement upon the news of Lilian Jiménez winning the Democratic primary for State House District 4:

“With tonight’s victory, we are thrilled that Lilian Jiménez is one step closer to taking working peoples’ demands with her to Springfield. A working mom and community advocate who helped pass the first-ever countywide minimum wage and paid sick leave legislation, Jiménez has proven her commitment to working families. We are proud to stand by her side and fight for her to win a seat in the Illinois House of Representatives.”


SEIU Healthcare Illinois Statement on Sonya M. Harper Primary Victory in HD-6

Greg Kelley, President of SEIU Healthcare Illinois issued the following statement upon the news of Sonya M. Harper winning the Democratic primary for Illinois House District 6: 

“SEIU Healthcare Illinois is proud to support State Representative Sonya M. Harper in her re-election campaign and celebrates her victory in today’s primary. Rep. Harper has consistently advocated for Illinois’ working families and fought to promote economic opportunity, public safety, and health care accessibility. We stand with Rep. Harper in her ongoing mission to build a better, more equitable Illinois.” 


SEIU Healthcare Illinois Statement on Lindsey LaPointe Primary Victory in HD-19 

Erica Bland-Durosinmi, Executive Vice President of SEIU Healthcare Illinois, issued the following statement upon the news of Lindsey LaPointe winning the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 19th Assembly District: 

“SEIU Healthcare Illinois members celebrate State Representative Lindsey LaPointe’s victory in today’s primary and we look forward to supporting her in November’s general election. A social worker and care provider, Lindsey understands firsthand the issues affecting care workers and those who depend on them. She has been a fierce advocate for social justice, healthcare and mental health care reform, and women’s rights. We will continue to stand with Rep. LaPointe as she fights to protect and support working families.

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