‘Possibility and Promise’

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By: Ashmar Mandou

Taking the oath of office as Illinois’ 43rd Governor, Gov. JB Pritzker expressed his vision to work together to create another century of boundless opportunity and fulfill the state’s possibility and promise on Monday, Jan. 14th in Springfield. “At 200 years old, Illinois is still a young promise. Our time here has been but a blink. In 2019, we must begin a new century with new maturity, and enough foolishness to believe we can make a difference,” said Governor Pritzker. “I want to begin today by thanking my family. First, my partner, my best friend, the love of my life, and now the First Lady of Illinois, MK Pritzker. My wonderful children Teddi and Donny. I love you more than life itself. And my parents Sue and Don Pritzker, who departed this world too soon more than three decades ago but who left behind a set of values around honor and decency that will endure as long as there are good people in the world. And please join me in giving an ovation for my partner and your Lieutenant Governor, the incomparable Juliana Stratton.”

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Gov. Pritzker also made clear he plans to move swiftly on priorities for working people and will confront the state’s deep challenges with honesty and courage. On his first, Gov. Pritzker signed Executive Order 2019-02 which requires that the Department of Central Management Services and the Department of Human Rights shall review the state’s pay plan to eliminate bias generated by asking employees for salary history. Pritzker also signed Executive Order 2019-01 to ensure a renewed era of transparency among state agencies. This is a “back to basics” focus on serving the public and a requirement that all agencies ensure they are in compliance with the law. During Pritzker’s swearing in ceremony he thanked numerous democrats he supported him along the way. “I want to acknowledge the other distinguished guests here today: Chief Justice Lloyd Karmeier, President John Cullerton, Speaker Michael Madigan, Leader Bill Brady, Leader Jim Durkin, Attorney General-elect Kwame Raoul, Secretary of State Jesse White, Comptroller Susana Mendoza, Treasurer Mike Frerichs, Members of the General Assembly, Members of the Congressional delegation, Governor Jim Edgar, Governor Pat Quinn, Governor Bruce Rauner, Governor Jim Thompson, Mayor Rahm Emanuel, and National Guard Adjutant General Richard Hayes. To all of you, on behalf of the people of Illinois, thank you for your service.”

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Lawndale News Chicago's Bilingual Newspaper - Local News

Lawndale News Chicago's Bilingual Newspaper - Local News

Lawndale News Chicago's Bilingual Newspaper - Local News

Lawndale News Chicago's Bilingual Newspaper - Local News

Lawndale News Chicago's Bilingual Newspaper - Local News

Photo Credit: Tony Diaz
Photo Caption: Governor JB Pritzker addresses crowd of supporters during his oath of office as Illinois’ 43rd Governor, Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, Comptroller and Mayoral Candidate Susana A. Mendoza

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