Happy Memorial Day and thank you to all who have served! My family walked with me in my first campaign parade– the Itasca Memorial Day Parade. It was super hot, but early in the day, thank goodness. My teenager told me our campaign shirts were “totally cool” and we all... View Article
One of my favorite ways to give back is by playing my violin for members of my community. In my life, I don’t have many chances to slow down, calm down and relax. When I play my violin, it automatically happens: my heart-rate slows, my mind focuses on only the... View Article
I had the pleasure of hearing San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulin Cruz speak a few days ago at the DuPage Democrats Gala and I was blown away. Not simply because she is a powerful woman who became a symbol for Puerto Rico when Hurricane Maria struck, although there was that.... View Article