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LA SHAWN K. FORD
Democratic Nominee for U.S. Congress (IL-07)

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ABOUT LA SHAWN K. FORD

19 Years of Public Service & Community Focused Lawmaking

La Shawn K. Ford was born to a teenage mother in challenging circumstances in the Cabrini-Green housing projects of Chicago. Adopted by his grandmother, Ford’s family later moved to the West Side’s Austin community, where they instilled in him the importance of hard work and education. After facing numerous challenges, including a house fire, he developed a strong work ethic, earning money from shoveling snow, mowing lawns, collecting bottles and cans for recycling, and stocking produce in the local community grocery store.

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NOVEMBER 3 IS ELECTION DAY

This election is about what families are dealing with every day. The cost of living, access to affordable health care, protecting Medicare and Medicaid, and making sure working people have real opportunities to get ahead. I believe in lowering costs, strengthening Social Security, supporting small businesses, and investing in our communities. This is about putting people first and making sure our government is focused on delivering real results for you.

A Letter to the People of the 7th Congressional District

This victory belongs to the people of the 7th Congressional District. In a race shaped by millions in outside spending, we proved that a campaign powered by people can stand on its own and win. I am accountable to you, not to special interests, and I am committed to representing every community in this district, including those who did not support me. Your voice matters, and you have a seat at the table.

IN MEMORY OF REV. JESSE JACKSON

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Reverend Jesse Lewis Jackson, a giant not only in Chicago but in the movement for civil rights, human rights, and justice across the nation and around the world. Reverend Jackson was more than a leader. He was a builder of movements who turned hope into action and gave voice to those too often ignored. His legacy of courage, faith, and unity will continue to guide all of us who remain committed to the pursuit of justice and equality.

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Brighter days are ahead of us all

I am passionate about building effective relationships as well as building bridges to success, meeting the needs of all.

-La Shawn K. Ford

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Serving In the General Assembly

Ford has served as State Representative of the 8th District for the last 19 years in influential positions including Chair of the Higher Education – Appropriations Committee and Chair of the House Small Business Empowerment and Workforce Development Committee.

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Ford has worked with his constituents to introduce and pass more than 117 bills into law to improve their lives in areas as diverse as supporting child care; improving access to health care and healthy foods; expanding job opportunities; and increasing affordable housing.

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people first

Ford has emailed job listings every day for the last 17 years helping thousands of people to find new jobs and has worked with his constituents to secure funding for parks, libraries, schools, and community projects to improve community life.