Casten for Congress
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Sean Casten for Congress Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation
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“I’ve worked hand-in-hand with these dedicated public servants to deliver real results for families in Illinois, and especially here in the 6th District,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “ I look forward to continuing the fight for our shared values – like lowering costs for families, combatting the climate crisis, and protecting a woman’s right to choose.”
Illinois Federation of Teachers Endorses Rep. Casten
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U. S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) announced he has been endorsed by the Illinois Federation of Teachers (IFT) in his re-election campaign. IFT, one of the largest unions in Illinois with more than 103,000 members across the state, is full-heartedly supporting Rep. Casten for re-election in Illinois’s 6th Congressional District. As a tireless advocate for teachers and students, Sean is proud of his 100% pro-public education voting record.
Illinois AFL-CIO Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election
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U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) announced he has been endorsed by the Illinois AFL-CIO, representing 1,500 local unions and nearly 900,000 workers across Illinois.
Sean Casten for Congress: Pekau Accepts Award from Far-Right Group Awake Illinois
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Earlier this year, Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau accepted an award from the far-right group Awake Illinois for his disregard of public health measures to combat the spread of COVID-19.
Sierra Club Endorses Rep. Casten for Re-Election
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“Whether it was as a scientist, a clean energy entrepreneur, or now as a Member of Congress, I have dedicated my entire life to fighting climate change,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “I’m honored to be endorsed by Sierra Club and will continue to work hand-in-hand with them to ensure we provide a livable planet to our children and grandchildren.”
Giffords PAC Endorses Rep. Casten for Re-Election
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U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) announced he has been endorsed for re-election by Giffords PAC in their most recent slate of incumbent endorsements.
Brady PAC Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election
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“As an outspoken advocate for gun reform and proud enemy of the NRA, I am honored to have the support of Brady PAC,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “Together, we will continue the fight for more robust background checks, a ban on assault weapons, and other common-sense gun violence prevention legislation.”
Rep. Sean Casten Declares Victory in IL-06 Democratic Primary
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“First and foremost, thank you. I ran for Congress in 2018 because I think that there’s an awful lot more that unites us than divides us. That felt like a naive thing to say at the time. After all, the 6th District hadn’t voted for a Democrat in 50 years.
Daily Herald Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election
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“I’m incredibly proud to have the support of the Daily Herald,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “From local papers like the Daily Herald to teachers to bricklayers to local Mayors to former opponents to members of the Progressive Caucus, New Democrat Coalition, and the Blue Dog Caucus, I’m proud of the diverse coalition of support I’ve earned for re-election.”
Sean Casten for Congress Launches New Digital Ad Highlight Gun Reform Efforts, Pro-Choice Record
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Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) released a digital ad highlighting his work to address gun violence and his pro-choice record. The ads will run on Facebook, Google, YouTube, and Hulu through Election Day as part of a six-figure digital ad buy.
Sean Casten for Congress Calls on Newman to Release 97% of Documents She Claims Exonerate Her
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“If 97% of the documents related to her corruption exonerate her, then voters deserve to see these documents immediately. Congresswoman Newman is either safeguarding critical information from voters or purposefully misleading them in an attempt to downplay the bipartisan House Ethics Committee investigation into her bribery scandal.
Sean Casten for Congress Launches TV Ad Highlighting Pro-Choice Record
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Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten released his second TV ad of the cycle to highlight his 100% pro-choice record. The ad is part of the campaign’s nearly 7-figure television ad buy & will be seen on both broadcast and cable channels.
Sean Casten for Congress Responds to Newman’s Misleading Statement to Voters About Her Ethics Investigation
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Casten for Congress Spokesman Jacob Vurpillat released the following statement:
“In her first detailed public statement about her bipartisan ethics investigation, Rep. Newman has repeatedly misled voters – no less than seven times in just a few short paragraphs. Instead of providing voters and the press with the transparency and honesty they deserve, Rep. Newman has attempted to deceive the people of the 6th District in hopes of downplaying the severity of her bribery scandal.
Sean Casten for Congress: Polling Shows Casten Up by 9, Leads with Progressives, Moderates, Women
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Rep. Casten has been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the Illinois Education Association, IBEW State Council, IBEW International, Chicago Firefighters Local 2, the Associated Firefighters of Illinois, the League of Conservation Voters, NRDC Action Fund, NARAL Pro-Choice America, 314 Action Fund, Reps. Bill Foster, Brad Schneider, Katie Porter, and 12 other Members of Congress, 14 local unions, and 60 local elected officials from every part of the 6th District.
Sean Casten for Congress Launches First TV Ad of the Cycle
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With families facing high costs, this ad highlights Rep. Casten’s work to address supply chain issues and high gas prices, all while remaining true to his core values of fighting the climate crisis and protecting a woman’s right to make her own health care decisions.
Sean Casten for Congress: Newman Continues to Hide Key Details from Voters as Ballots are Cast
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“Today is Rep. Newman’s last chance to provide voters with the transparency and honesty they deserve before they begin to cast their ballots,” said Casten for Congress Spokesman Jacob Vurpillat. “Rep. Newman’s highest-paid campaign staffer is someone who a federal investigation found ‘substantial reason to believe’ she promised a taxpayer-funded job in order to win her election, yet she refuses to provide any transparency on this topic.
Sean Casten for Congress: Illinois Education Association Endorses Rep. Sean Casten
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“For years, Congressman Sean Casten has been a forceful advocate for teachers, students, and & public education,” said Kathi Griffin, President of the Illinois Education Association. “He has shown the importance of public education by consistently taking time to listen to educators’ ideas and concerns as well as spending time with our students. Sean has always had our backs and we are proud to have his by endorsing him and working hard to get him re-elected to Congress.”
Sean Casten for Congress: Casten Announces Endorsements from 12 Local Elected Officials and Community Leaders
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“Government works best when we are all working together,” said Rep. Sean Casten.
Sean Casten for Congress: Casten Launches First Digital Ads of the Cycle
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They are the first in a series of digital ads the campaign will run to highlight Rep. Casten’s work to lower costs for families, fight climate change, and protect a woman’s right to choose.
Sean Casten for Congress: IBEW International Endorses Rep. Sean Casten
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“Having good-paying union jobs is absolutely essential to a strong and equitable economy,” said Rep. Sean Casten.
