One Year Ago Today...
One year ago I woke up as Secretary of State-elect and the first new Illinois Secretary of State in a generation.
I got to that point because of the trust you put in me as you supported me over a long two-year campaign. That was an emotional journey, and the exhilaration we all felt one year ago still moves me today.
But what moves me most is your trust. And as I said on Election Night, “Trust. Not that a big of a word but loaded with more meaning than any other in public service.”
Over the past year, I have been relentless in the pursuit of justifying your trust, in delivering on every promise I made on the campaign trail. And I could not be more proud of my team for helping me do just that.
I promised to repeal the “time tax” – and our “Skip the Line” program has saved the average DMV customer over an hour in line. And that is just the beginning; our modernization program is now fully under way and your interaction with the Secretary of State’s office will only become easier and more efficient.
I promised to protect our democracy – and our Right to Read legislation preventing book banks and our efforts to make Voter Registration easier did just that. I promised that we would use whatever powers the Secretary of State’s office to protect the citizens of Illinois, and we stepped up to help fight car jacking in this state and to prosecute white collar fraud. We cemented Illinois’ status an oasis for reproductive freedom by protecting the privacy of women traveling to our state to exercise their fundamental right of choice.
We have done all this and so much more – and we were in position to do it because of all of you. You are not merely my constituents and supporters you are part of Team Alexi. We still have a lot of work to do to restore faith in Illinois government, and I promise you I will bring the relentlessness from year 1 to year 2. And I invite you to join me on that journey. But for today, I just want to recall t
Happy 4th of July!
Wishing you and your family a happy and safe 4th!
Our 2022 Year In Review
Thank you for joining me on this journey, I’m truly grateful for your support over the last year. Wishing you and your families a safe, happy and healthy New Year! -Alexi
#AlexiForUs #ilsos #2022
Watch and Share Our Final Ad!
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As we enter the final stretch of the campaign, we're releasing our first video today in advance of the November 8 General Election.
The 60-second spot – entitled "You Da Man" — features Secretary of State Jesse White stating, "I've committed myself to Alexi, to be at his side every day to make sure that he becomes the next Secretary of State for the State of Illinois."
There’s a lot at stake this November. Let’s get to work.
#AlexiForUs #commitment #democrats #jessewhite
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With less than three weeks before Election Day, we released our final television ad of the campaign today.
And, yes, the kids finally get their ice cream. While our first two ads highlight my plans to modernize the office to cut down wait times and protect voter rights and expand registration opportunities, this one focuses on how I intend to curb political corruption by strengthening ethics laws.
Election Day is June 28, 2022! You can vote early now, find the closest location here: https://www.vote.org/early-voting-calendar/
🚨ENDORSEMENT NEWS — Rep. Mike Quigley Endorses Our Campaign🚨
I’m proud to have earned Congressman Quigley’s endorsement. Mike Quigley has devoted his entire career in public service to taking on politicians and reforming government to increase transparency and make it more accountable to the people it serves. I plan to work with him as Secretary of State to strengthen ethics laws and put an end to the scandals and corruption that have plagued our state for far too long.
From the Congressman: “Like me, Alexi is committed to restoring the public’s trust in government. That’s why when he was State Treasurer, he put in tough ethics laws and ended pay-to-play right out of the gate. I know Alexi will be a great secretary of state, and I hope you’ll join me in supporting him.”
I'm very excited to share that we released our third television ad today as part of our campaign for Secretary of State.
The ad – entitled "Pep Talk" – is the third in our series of ads of me playing basketball with a group of children and teaching them the fundamentals of the game.
While our first two ads featured our plans to modernize the office, safeguard voting rights, and expand voter registration opportunities, this one focuses on strengthening the state’s ethics laws in the wake of high-profile scandals here in Illinois.
The Secretary of State is the keeper of lobbyist registrations and financial disclosure statements that public officials file with the office, and ethics reform is one of our top priorities.
As Secretary of State, I will work to strengthen state ethics laws to require more disclosure and tighten restrictions that will:
1. Prohibit all elected officials in
Illinois from working as lobbyists
at any level of government
2. Give the inspector general more
authority to investigate
allegations of wrongdoing
3. Extend the time before
lawmakers are allowed to lobby
after leaving office
I’m proud to say that I’m the only candidate in the race who has put forth an ethics package that will make a real difference in restoring trust and confidence in government and elected leaders.
#AlexiForUs #newad #SecretaryofState #peptalk
🚨We’re on TV
I'm excited to let you know that we're launching our first two television ads today!
As we head into the final quarter of the primary campaign, I'm sharing with voters across the state my vision for modernizing the Secretary of State's office: safeguarding voting rights, expanding voter registration opportunities, and strengthening ethics laws. Learn more about our campaign at www.alexiforus.com.
Watch, share and drop us a comment below.
Thank you,
Alexi
Every person who shares our content helps our campaign reach new voters every day! Help us get our message out by liking and sharing our new video to your network today!
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I'm extremely excited about our new campaign video that “re-introduces” me to voters.
In the video, I talk about how I was inspired to first run for office by my friend, Barack Obama, but I was motivated by my parents who came to Chicago as immigrants in search of the American Dream.
I’m running for Secretary of State to “shape the direction of our state for the better” as we emerge from the pandemic.
Learn more about our race at www.alexiforus.com
#alexiforus
Let’s face it, Illinoisians are sick and tired of the corruption & scandals that have become all too common in our state. As IL Secretary of State, I will end the Corruption Tax.
Share if you agree.
#alexiforus #endthecorruptiontax
As we begin Women's History Month, I'm excited to teach my girls about the amazing women that shaped this country. As Secretary of State, I'll fight for greater gender equity and fairness in Illinois - starting on day one.
Follow me to learn about my platform to support women-owned businesses and tackle the wage gap.
www.alexiforus.com
#TBT Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers - we still need your help!🚀
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Today, I announced a new policy that would provide 16- and 17-year-olds the ability to pre-register to vote and become automatically registered upon turning 18.
The initiative would be linked to the state’s Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) system, which is administered by government agencies in Illinois, including the Secretary of State’s office, and automatically registers eligible citizens to vote using information it has on file.
#alexiforus #votingrights #secretaryofstate
Thank you to all of our supporters & volunteers hitting the trail for us this weekend in the cold & to help us get signatures to get on the ballot!! Sophia and I are extremely appreciative!
#AlexiForUs #secretaryofstate #petition
As the son of two immigrants, I feel very passionate about the importance of the right to vote. As Secretary of State, I’ll fight to reduce barriers to voting by improving our Automatic Voter Registration - 1 of the most important tools for registering voters in IL.
#alexiforus
#VotingRightsforThePeople
Major Endorsement News🚨🚨🚨
Former Illinois Secretary of State candidate and Alderman Pat Dowell announced today that she is endorsing former Illinois State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias for the Democratic nomination.
Dowell is now running for the open congressional seat in the 1st District after U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush announced that he would not seek re-election later this year.
“Alexi is running a strong, forward-thinking campaign built on bold ideas and sound policy initiatives while assembling an impressive broad-based coalition of progressive and moderate Democrats across the state to establish him as the clear front-runner to win the party’s nomination,” she said. “He has the experience, energy, and know-how to build on Jesse White’s legacy and to beat the Republicans in November.”
In making the endorsement, Dowell applauded Giannoulias’ policy initiatives aimed at protecting voter rights and adding more Illinoisans to the voter rolls; modernizing the office to eliminate wait times and obtain more services remotely; offering more access and programs to public libraries throughout the state; and strengthening the state’s ethics laws to prevent corruption.
Dowell said she will urge her supporters to cast ballots for him in the primary and general elections. As a Democratic Ward Committeeman and member of the Executive Committee of the Cook County Democratic Party, she feels that Democrats should work hard to elect all Democrats on the party slate. Dowell is the second former Secretary of State candidate to throw her support to Giannoulias. State Sen. Mike Hastings, who withdrew from the race in the fall, announced last month that he is supporting Giannoulias as well.
#alexiforus #endorsement #secretaryofstate
Major Endorsement News🚨
Congressman Bobby Rush announced his endorsement of Democrat Alexi Giannoulias for Illinois Secretary of State along with a group of African-American elected officials who had previously endorsed Alderperson Pat Dowell for the statewide office.
Rush made his endorsement in a video, stating, Giannoulias has “always been there for our community. He knows our community. He understands our community. He knows what we need. He will be a partner to solve some of the issues that we are confronting…He will be with us and for us.”
As Secretary of State, I will work every day to ensure every eligible voter can easily and safely register to vote, cast their ballot, and make their voice heard.
Make 2022 the year of voting rights.
Watch and share our 2021 Highlights!
Thank you for all your support and belief in our campaign. I’m grateful for all the momentum we’ve built together this year and look forward to 2022. This video is a short look back at some of our defining moments of the last 12 months. Thank you for being part of our journey!
Have a safe and Happy New Year! We looking forward to seeing you on the campaign trail in the new year! -Alexi
#2021 #alexiforus #2022 #secretaryofstate #workingfamilies #unionstrong #happynewyear
Endorsement News🚨
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“Today I am proud to endorse Alexi Giannoulias for IL Secretary of State. This is an important office and Alexi, the son of two immigrants, will always fight for the Latino community & all working families. Protecting voters’ rights must be a priority for the future of our democracy. Please join me in supporting Alexi!” - Luis V. Gutiérrez, Fmr. Congressman IL-04
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“Estoy orgulloso de apoyar a Alexi Giannoulias como Secretario del Estado de Illinois. Esta es una oficina muy importante y Alexi, un hijo de inmigrantes, siempre luchará por la comunidad latina y todas las familias de nuestro estado. La protección de los derechos de los votantes debe ser una prioridad para el futuro de nuestra democracia. ¡Apoyemos a Alexi!”
LIVE from Pilsen Yards as our campaign receives the endorsement of Latino elected, community and business leaders. Watch below:
Good morning ☀️
About last night… I had a blast kicking off @hispanicheritagemonth with @friendsofmikerodriguez, @eira4water and @chuyforcongress at Mi Tierra.
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Service and Commitment
🚨🚨During the past six months, we’ve been working hard so we have the resources and support that our campaign needs to win the Illinois Secretary of State race in 2022.
We recently exceeded our quarterly fundraising goal, having received an overwhelming number of contributions to bring our campaign fund total to more than $3 million cash on hand by the June 30 deadline.
I can’t thank you enough for your help!
Your response shows that we have amassed a broad-based coalition that continues to grow momentum and gain support each day from all parts of the State.
In the end, Illinoisans want solutions-driven leadership that brings people together, restores trust in government and delivers results for hard-working families that I promise to deliver.
I’m also thrilled to share our latest campaign ad that highlights support from some progressive elected leaders from the South Suburbs.
I’m more than honored to have earned the support of these influential African-American leaders and will stand with them as they continue to fight for working families and fairness and opportunity for all Illinoisans. -Alexi
Commitment
Watch and Share our new ad featuring Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García, Commissioner Eira Corral Sepúlveda, Rep. Edgar Gonzalez, Alderperson Michael D. Rodriguez and 22nd IPO President Vanessa Uribe. We need leaders who are going to fight for fairness and equity and inclusion. I'm honored to have their support!
Congressman Chuy García and elected Latino leaders endorse Alexi Giannoulias for Secretary of State!
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