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Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District

Posted on December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District
Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District

Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District Congresswoman Marie Newman receives endorsement from the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Thursday Dec. 16, 2021 that she had received the endorsement of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division IBT (BMWED-IBT)….

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Congresswoman Marie Newman endorsed by Transportation Communications Union/IAM

Posted on December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congresswoman Marie Newman endorsed by Transportation Communications Union/IAM
Congresswoman Marie Newman endorsed by Transportation Communications Union/IAM

Congresswoman Marie Newman endorsed by Transportation Communications Union/IAM Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Thursday December 9, 2021 that she had received the  endorsement of the Transportation Communications Union/IAM (TCU/IAM). TCU/IAM represents over 44,000 active and retired members across the country, including Metra and Amtrak employees here in Illinois. “The people of Illinois are indeed well-served by…

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Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders

Posted on December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders
Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders

Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) on Thursday announced the endorsements of 40+ Illinois elected officials and community leaders for his re-election campaign. This slate of endorsements includes Illinois state senators, Illinois state representatives, county elected officials, school board members, village trustees, mayors, and community…

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Congresswoman Marie Newman endorsed by powerful Amalgamated Transit Union Illinois Local 308 and 241

Posted on December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congresswoman Marie Newman endorsed by powerful Amalgamated Transit Union Illinois Local 308 and 241
Congresswoman Marie Newman endorsed by powerful Amalgamated Transit Union Illinois Local 308 and 241

Congresswoman Marie Newman endorsed by powerful Amalgamated Transit Union Illinois Local 308 and 241 Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Monday Dec. 6, 2021 that she had received the endorsement of the Amalgamated Transit Union Illinois (ATU), ATU Local 308, and ATU Local 241. The Amalgamated Transit Union is the largest labor union representing transit and allied…

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The Political Grapevine: COVID is the excuse for everything

Posted on December 1, 2021February 1, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The Political Grapevine: COVID is the excuse for everything
The Political Grapevine: COVID is the excuse for everything

The Political Grapevine: COVID is the excuse for everything Also a look at the brewing political battle in the 6th Congressional District where the strongest Republican candidate has not yet announced but will, plus perspectives on Gov. J.B. Pritzker and President Joe Biden. Plus, Kirk Dillard readying serious challenge against Pritzker By Ray Hanania COVID has…

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SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress

Posted on November 23, 2021November 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress
SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress

SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress Days after rightwing extremist Keith Pekau announced he is running for the Republican nomination for Congress with the support of Tea Party fanatic Jeanne Ives, Congresswoman Marie Newman continued to rack up endorsements from the 6th District’s leading workers unions and municipal leaders. Newman faces Sean…

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Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress

Posted on November 17, 2021November 28, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress
Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress

Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau is planning to run for Congress in the newly re-mapped 6th District which is a Democratic stronghold that pits in next year’s elections two incumbent Democrats, Marie Newman from the old 3rd District, and Sean Casten from the old 6th District. Newman…

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U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

Posted on November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors
U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Monday Nov. 15, 2021 that she has received endorsements from ten suburban mayors and village presidents for her re-election to Congress in Illinois’ new 6th District in the Spring Democratic primary elections. “I’ve been in government for years and I’ve never…

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Congress members applaud infrastructure bill passage

Posted on November 6, 2021November 6, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congress members applaud infrastructure bill passage
Congress members applaud infrastructure bill passage

Congress members applaud infrastructure bill passage Democratic members of the U.S. House applauded the passage there of President Biden’s $1 trillion Infrastructure spending package on Friday (Nov. 5, 2021). The bill, which has been deadlocked in partisan bickering for months since it was introduced on June 4, was approved by a vote of 228 for…

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Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District

Posted on October 29, 2021October 29, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District
Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District

Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District Illinois Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Friday Oct. 29, 2021 that she intends to run for re-election to Congress in the newly drawn 6th District, where her current constituents make up more than 40% of the population, representing a plurality of voters. “As someone…

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Reps. Newman and Bonamici, Beyer and Garcia introduce Supporting Older Workers Act

Posted on October 12, 2021October 12, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Reps. Newman and Bonamici, Beyer and Garcia introduce Supporting Older Workers Act
Reps. Newman and Bonamici, Beyer and Garcia introduce Supporting Older Workers Act

Reps. Newman and Bonamici, Beyer and Garcia introduce Supporting Older Workers Act Legislation to strengthen workforce development programs for older Americans by creating grant opportunities to hire older worker coordinators and establishing a new Older Workers Bureau at the Department of Labor  U.S. Representatives Marie Newman (D-IL-03), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-01), Don Beyer (D-VA-8) and Sylvia…

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Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages
Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages

Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages As a result of a working group with Rep. Newman, Ald. O’Shea, CSX, The Chicago Transportation Coordination Office, and state and local officials, new processes are in place to eliminate road-rail conflicts, avoid first responder delays, and reduce traffic congestion on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Today,…

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Rep. Newman recognizes Orland Fire Protection District achievements

Posted on August 30, 2021September 7, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Rep. Newman recognizes Orland Fire Protection District achievements
Rep. Newman recognizes Orland Fire Protection District achievements

Rep. Newman recognizes Orland Fire Protection District achievements U.S. Representative Marie Newman (D-IL-03) submitted a statement into the Congressional Record to honor the brave First Responders of the Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD), which serves and protects the residents of Orland Park, Orland Hills, and unincorporated areas of Orland Township. “Due to their excellence, Orland…

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Newman secures inclusion of $17.8 million for six district transportation projects

Posted on June 9, 2021June 9, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Newman secures inclusion of $17.8 million for six district transportation projects
Newman secures inclusion of $17.8 million for six district transportation projects

Newman secures inclusion of $17.8 million for six district transportation projects Projects funded by the INVEST in America Act include the electrification of CTA buses, pedestrian safety improvements and expansion of roads and highways to reduce congestion U.S. Representative Marie Newman (IL-03), a member on the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure, announced Wednesday (June…

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Newman supports Statehood bill for Washington D.C. 700,000 residents

Posted on April 22, 2021April 22, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Newman supports Statehood bill for Washington D.C. 700,000 residents

Newman supports Statehood bill for Washington D.C. 700,000 residents H.R. 51 will admit Washington D.C. as the 51st state and ensure that 700,000 D.C. residents have fair representation in the U.S. government. U.S. Representative Marie Newman (D-IL) voted on Thursday (April 22, 2021) to pass H.R. 51, the Washington D.C. Admission Act, which would make…

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Newman introduces bill to support women-owned small businesses

Posted on April 15, 2021April 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Newman introduces bill to support women-owned small businesses

Newman introduces bill to support women-owned small businesses To further provide relief to women entrepreneurs, the legislation introduced today would extend the waiver of the matching fund requirement for Women Business Centers  U.S. Representative Marie Newman (IL-03) introduced legislation Thursday (April 15, 2021) to support women-owned small businesses by extending the waiver for the matching…

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Newman convenes transit leaders as part of Biden’s American Jobs Plan

Posted on April 6, 2021April 6, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Newman convenes transit leaders as part of Biden’s American Jobs Plan

Newman convenes transit leaders as part of Biden’s American Jobs Plan Convening of Chicagoland transportation leaders comes as Congress moves forward with passing President Biden’s American Jobs Plan, a historic investment that will create millions of good jobs and rebuild our country’s infrastructure U.S. Representative Marie Newman (D-IL) on Tuesday convened Chicagoland area transit leaders…

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Congresswoman Newman announces $70 million in grants to seven Health Centers

Posted on March 25, 2021March 25, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Congresswoman Newman announces $70 million in grants to seven Health Centers

Congresswoman Newman announces $70 million in grants to seven Health Centers Grants awarded as a part of an expansion of COVID-19 vaccines for hardest-hit and highest-risk communities. Beginning April 1, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to invest over $6 billion nationally in Community Health Centers to expand access to vaccines in underserved communities…

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