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- "Put Schroeder to Work for Us" Mailer Hits
Residents of the 5th District received David's sixth direct mail piece entitled "Let's Put David Schroeder to Work for Us" this week. You can view the mailer here.
- Schroeders "Better Schools" Mailer Hits
David's 5th Mailer - "Better Schools" arrived in the mailboxes of 5th District residents last week. View the Mailer Here
- Dunkin Voted to Raise Your Taxes, but Didn’t Pay His
Ken Dunkin has voted for higher income taxes1 and voted against repealing the Cook County sales tax increase2 that makes sales taxes for residents of the 5th District the highest in the nation. While Dunkin is ready to raise taxes on average people, he managed to find a way to avoid paying his own state income taxes. See the tax lien here. Read the Full Story.
- CHICAGO SUN-TIMES BACKS SCHROEDER
The Chicago Sun-Times has endorsed David Schroeder citing his "thoughtful and progressive views on tax policy, ethics reform and school finance." The Sun-Times referred to David's opponent as "a Blagojevich apologist and a disappointment." Read the Full Endorsement Here.
- Residents Receive New Schroeder Mail
Residents of the 5th District received David’s fourth direct mail piece entitled “Less Crime” this week. You can view the mailer here.
- CHICAGO TRIBUNE ENDORSES SCHROEDER
The Tribune noted that Schroeder’s opponent, incumbent Ken Dunkin, was a defender of impeached ex-Governor Rod Blagojevich and that Dunkin missed the impeachment vote. “Voters don’t have to put up with that,” the Tribune wrote. In endorsing Schroeder, the Tribune said that he supports a reform agenda and would “honestly represent his district.” Read the Full Article. Read Our Press Release.
- 3rd Schroeder Mailer Reaches Voters
Residents of the 5th District received David's third direct mail piece entitled "More Jobs." this week. You can view the mailer here.
- SCHROEDER OUTRAISES DUNKIN
For the period July 1, 2009 – December 31, 2009, campaign finance reports show that Schroeder had receipts totaling $95,238 (which includes $50,000 in loans), while Dunkin showed receipts of only $25,900 for the same period. Read our Press Release.
- CHICAGO TRIBUNE ENDORSES SCHROEDER!
The Tribune noted that Schroeder’s opponent, incumbent Ken Dunkin, was a defender of impeached ex-Governor Rod Blagojevich and that Dunkin missed the impeachment vote. “Voters don’t have to put up with that,” the Tribune wrote. In endorsing Schroeder, the Tribune said that he supports a reform agenda and would “honestly represent his district.” Read the Full Article. Read Our Press Release.
- Schroeder's 2nd Mailer Hits
Residents of the 5th District received David's second direct mail piece entitled "More Jobs. Less Crime. Better Schools." this week. You can view the mailer here.
- Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, David took the time to draft a letter to his supporters. "I would not be running for public office, bolstered by the belief that one person truly can make a difference in the world, were it not for the vision that Dr. King fought for so valiantly". READ THE FULL LETTER
- Schroeder Fundraiser at the Joynt - January 26th
Alderman Brendan Reilly and Commissioner Debra Shore will be hosting a fundraiser on January 26th to benefit the campaign of David Schroeder. The event is taking place at The Joynt - 650 N. Dearborn in Chicago from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $50. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Mia Phifer at mia@miaphifer.com. Download the Invite here.
- 5th District Residents Receive Schroeder's 1st Mailer
The campaign's 1st mail piece entitled "Safer Neighborhoods & Fairer Taxes" landed in the mailboxes of 5th District voters earlier this week. View the Mailer Here
- MWRD COMMISSIONER DEBRA SHORE ENDORSES SCHROEDER
“David Schroeder has a passion for good government,” said Shore. “Schroeder will bring a sense of what’s right and what’s wrong for the people to the legislative process in Springfield.” READ THE FULL RELEASE
- 42nd WARD ALDERMAN REILLY ENDORSES SCHROEDER
Brendan Reilly, alderman of the 42nd Ward in the City of Chicago, endorsed David Schroeder for state representative in the Democratic primary to be held on February 2, 2010. Read the Full Press Release HERE.
- Citizens for Handgun Control Give Dave an "A"
Illinois Citizens for Handgun Control recently awarded David a rating of "A" for his stance on handgun control. Read the letter HERE.
- David in the Windy City Times
The Windy City Times, a popular LGBT publication based in Chicago, recently published a political guide featuring David. The guide highlighted David's stance on marriage equality and reproductive choice. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE
- Illinois Citizen Action Endorses David
The Progressive Action Project, the state political action committee of Citizen Action, announced its endorsement of David Schroeder in the Democratic primary for the Illinois House of Representatives in the 5th District. READ MORE
- Dunkin’s Voter Re-Elect Support Only at 35%
The Illinois Observer, a popular blog that covers Illinois Politics, recently covered the low re-election support numbers of incumbent State Representative Ken Dunkin. Dunkin, who is being challenged by Schroeder, hasn't faced an opponent since 2002. READ THE FULL ARTICLE
- Questionnaire Posted on Tribune Website
David recently submitted his endorsement questionnaire to the Chicago Tribune. The questionnaire is available online for review. Incumbent Representative Ken Dunkin failed to submit the questionnaire. Schroeder is Dunkins first challenger since 2002. READ THE QUESTIONNAIRE HERE
- It’s Official: Dunkin to Face Schroeder in Primary Election
The Chicago Board of Elections rejected a challenge to the candidacy of David Schroeder for the State House of Representatives today. This clears the way for Schroeder to appear on the ballot facing incumbent Ken Dunkin, the first time Dunkin will face a Democratic challenger since he was…READ MORE
- Save the Date - December 7th
Our next fundraiser is scheduled for Monday, December 7th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Vertigo Sky Lounge in the Dana Hotel. To join the Host Committee or for more info, please contact Mia@MiaPhifer.com
- Schroeder Tops the Ballot
Last week the Illinois State Board of Elections announced that David has been appointed the top spot on the February 2nd Democratic Primary Ballot in the Illinois General Assembly's 5th District. A lottery is held for candidates who file their petitions at the start of the filing period. The top ballot spot can be worth 3-5% of the vote so this is yet another means of momentum for the campaign.
- Petitions Are In - Thank You
Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our many campaign volunteers, today we were able to file 2,000 petition signatures with the state board of elections. This is four times the minimum 500 signatures we needed to qualify for the...READ MORE
- A Note from David on the Personal PAC Annual Luncheon
I was pleased to attend Personal PAC’s 20th Anniversary Awards Luncheon on October 19th. I was the only candidate for State Representative from the 5th District who attended and I was invited to join all of the other pro-choice elected officials and candidates to be introduced from the stage at the start of...READ MORE
- David Talks Litigation and Running for Public Office
The Northeastern Illinois University Independent recently covered David's visit to the NEIU pre-law club and his campaign for State Representative. READ MORE
- Schroeder on Dunkin's Vote Against Repealing Tax Increase
Democratic candidate for state representative David Schroeder issued the following statement regarding Representative Ken Dunkin's vote yesterday against repealing the 1% sales tax increase in Cook County (HB4625)...READ MORE
- A Note from David on the 2009 Citizen Action Dinner
I was very pleased to attend Citizen Action's 2009 annual dinner on September 25th. A pleasant surprise was running into my childhood minister, Gene Winkler, who gave the invocation. I had great conversations with Alderman Joe Moore, Cook County Clerk David Orr and Lt. Governor candidate Mike Boland at the pre-dinner reception. READ MORE
- Volunteer Petition Drive (30 Days to Filing Deadline)
David and volunteers will be meeting at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 26th to collect petitions on behalf of the campaign. Volunteers are meeting at 26 East 14th Place. To RSVP please email Erik@PeopleForSchroeder.com. READ MORE
- September 10th Fundraiser a Huge Success
Thank you to everyone who made it out to the fundraiser at the Joynt. The event was great success and the funds raised will help us spread our message before this February's primary.
- Schroeder Pickets on Labor Day at the Congress Hotel
David Schroeder joined Rev. Jesse Jackson, Gov. Pat Quinn, Alderman Robert Fioretti, Alderman Toni Preckwinkle, numerous labor and religious leaders and members of Local 1 in supporting Unite Here by picketing at the Congress hotel on Labor Day. READ MORE
- Schroeder Campaign Launches New Website
The new PeopleforSchroeder.com is now live. The updated site features information on the candidate and the district, live social networking feeds, and interactive tools to allow volunteers and supports to get involved with the campaign. READ MORE
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