Kevin Morrison Racks Up More Than 100 Key Endorsements
Broad and Deep Support Across the District Shows Kevin Morrison Is The Best Democrat to Deliver for Northern Illinois Families
Cook County Commissioner and IL-08 Congressional Candidate Kevin Morrison announced a major milestone today: more than 100 leaders in the community have signed on to endorse his campaign. This is a clear sign that people who understand government and know Kevin Morrison best want to see him in Congress.
Leaders know that Kevin Morrison shows up and delivers. With America in an affordability crisis, Kevin is uniquely positioned to get results on rising housing and rental costs, out-of-control prescription drug prices, impossible-to-afford college loans, and unaffordable small business costs. Kevin will work tirelessly to support Northern Illinois small businesses, families, and seniors from a dangerous Republican agenda that rewards only the wealthiest and large corporations.
The message is clear: Kevin Morrison is the candidate Northern Illinois can count on, and momentum is growing.
Today, Kevin Morrison also introduced several new leaders who are endorsing his campaign, adding to the wave of support.
David Kaptain, Mayor of Elgin
Mike Simmons, State Senator
Barbara Hernandez, State Representative
Rodney Craig, Mayor of Hanover Park
Theresa Mah, State Representative
Lakesia Collins, State Senator
Mark Walker, State Senator
Craig Johnson, Mayor of Elk Grove Village
A full list of the more than 100 people endorsing Kevin Morrison is available here.
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Kevin Morrison is a Cook County Commissioner and candidate for Congress. In 2018, he made history as the first openly LGBTQ+ and youngest-ever Commissioner, as well as the first Democrat to represent his district after beating the incumbent, who was also Chair of the Illinois Republican Party. On the Board, Kevin has been a leader on mental health, small business, the environment, public safety, and tenants’ rights. Kevin has delivered results for working families and marginalized communities.
Kevin was raised in Elk Grove Village, where he attended public schools before graduating from DePaul University in 2013 and UIC Law School in 2024. Kevin Morrison is running for Congress to fight for working people in Illinois and our shared values.