Zitat des Tages von Ann Callis:
After receiving strong encouragement from numerous people that I respect and admire, discussing with my family, and seriously considering it, I have decided not to run for the 12th Congressional District, a seat currently held by a man I admire very much, Representative Jerry Costello.
As a judge, I held people accountable when they did wrong. That's why I cracked down on violent criminals and stopped the big banks when they tried to kick families out of their homes.
People are hurting, and they feel very disengaged and disenfranchised.
I want to be a voice for the thousands of women in our community who work hard, play by the rules, and still are struggling to get ahead.
On the campaign, I've had the privilege of advocating for important issues that affect all women, like demanding equal pay for equal work, pushing to raise our minimum wage, and promoting the idea of paid family leave.
Families in Illinois don't want lies and political mudslinging.
Both of my children - my daughter Caroline, a public school teacher, and my son Elliot, an Army Ranger - are dedicating their lives to public service; thus, they have inspired my own decision to run for Congress.
In Washington, I'll always support military families and help veterans make the transition home, not just as your congressman but as a proud Army mom.
