U.S. Senator Dick Durbin threw his support behind candidate for Chicago mayor Paul Vallas on Sunday.
Sen. Durbin has served in the Illinois Senate since 1997. He is the Senate Majority Whip and the Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
"Paul Vallas is a lifelong Democrat whom I have worked with for many years. He is a thoughtful leader who can strengthen Chicago’s economy and create jobs. He will be a mayor for all of Chicago and will move the city forward," said Sen. Durbin. "With his focus on safer neighborhoods, improved schools, and economic growth, I am proud to stand with Paul, and urge all Chicagoans to support his election on April 4.
Sen. Durbin is the latest major Democratic figure to endorse Vallas for Mayor. He joins former Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White, former Congressman Bobby Rush, Obama administration Education Secretary
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