Pat Quinn

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Pat Quinn

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Governor
Date of Birth December 16, 1948 (Age: 77)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
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Personal Background

Pat Quinn holds a BSFS degree from Georgetown University and a Juris Doctor from Northwestern University School of Law. He began his career in public service as an organizer for a gubernatorial primary campaign and later served as an ombudsman and assistant to the governor. Quinn has a history of advocating for political reform, including leading the Coalition for Political Honesty and successfully petitioning for the Cutback Amendment. He has also been involved in initiatives to protect consumers, such as the Citizens Utility Board law. Quinn's professional background includes significant contributions to legislative reform and consumer advocacy.

Political Ideas

Pat Quinn's political identity is marked by a consistent advocacy for fiscal restraint and political transparency, blending progressive reform with a pragmatic approach to governance. His legislative efforts to reduce legislator pay and the size of the House of Representatives reflect a unique commitment to limiting political bloat. Quinn's support for the Citizens Utility Board law demonstrates a calculated stance on energy and utilities, balancing consumer protection with market oversight. His opposition to taxpayer funding for private sports stadiums highlights a principled resistance to corporate welfare. Quinn's dedication to veterans through the Portrait of a Soldier exhibit underscores a personal touch in public service.

Campaigns
2014: Illinois State Governor

Election History

2014 Illinois gubernatorial election

1,681,343 votes (46.35%)

Loss

Winner: Bruce Rauner

Illinois Governor 2014, Democrat Primary

321,818 votes (71.94%)

Win
2010: Illinois State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

2010 Illinois gubernatorial election

1,745,219 votes (46.79%)

Win

Democratic gubernatorial primary results

462,049 votes (50.46%)

Win
2006: Illinois State Lieutenant Governor
ELECTED

Election History

Democratic lieutenant gubernatorial primary results

819,005 votes (100.00%)

Win
2002: Illinois State Lieutenant Governor
ELECTED

Election History

Democratic lieutenant gubernatorial primary results

471,038 votes (42.11%)

Win
1998: Illinois State Lieutenant Governor

Election History

Democratic lieutenant gubernatorial primary results

389,905 votes (49.91%)

Loss

Winner: Mary Lou Kearns, Pam Bataillon