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David Hoffman Endorses Toi Hutchinson
Leading Government Reform Advocate Calls Hutchinson “New Generation of Independent Leadership” CHICAGO HEIGHTS – Former City of Chicago Inspector General David Hoffman recently endorsed Toi Hutchinson (D-Olympia Fields) for election in her State Senate race. “Toi Hutchinson has already proven that she knows how to stand up to the moneyed interests and entrenched powers for the betterment... [Read more]
Senator Hutchinson: Voters Deserve Transparency
Opponent Adam Baumgartner Is Not Disclosing Campaign Contributions CHICAGO HEIGHTS – State Senator Toi Hutchinson (D-Olympia Fields) believes her political opponent Adam Baumgartner needs to fully disclose his campaign contribution records. “With our last two governors convicted felons and the state in the middle of a massive transparency and ethics overhaul, I believe that political candidates... [Read more]
Baumgartner Lies Again on Hutchinson’s Record
CHICAGO HEIGHTS—Adam Baumgartner (R-Peotone) is fabricating a claim regarding State Senator Toi Hutchinson’s (D-Olympia Fields) defense of 2nd Amendment rights. “Senator Hutchinson is the type of advocate for 2nd Amendment rights that the 40th District needs,” said Illinois State Rifle Association Executive Director Richard Pearson. “We believe that she understands the importance of that... [Read more]
Senator Toi Hutchinson Receives “Friend of Agriculture Award”
HAS RECEIVED SIMILAR AWARDS FROM COOK, WILL, AND KANKAKEE COUNTIES CHICAGO HEIGHTS- State Senator Toi Hutchinson (D-Olympia Fields) has received the 2010 Friend of Agriculture Award from the Illinois Farm Bureau for her role in promoting the Illinois agricultural community in her legislative duties. This marks the fourth such award that Sen. Hutchinson has received from agricultural groups due to her... [Read more]
Senator Hutchinson to Lead Food Drive and Participate in “SNAP Challenge”
State Senator Toi Hutchinson (D-Chicago Heights) is working to increase awareness of hunger and poverty during the final two weeks of September, Hunger Action Month. During the week of September 19th-September 25th, Senator Hutchinson and her staff will be participating in the SNAP Challenge. SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (informally known as “food stamps”), is a federally... [Read more]
Senator Hutchinson is Illinois’ Most Successful Advocate for Public Transportation
STATEWIDE ORGANIZATION HONORS TOI WITH LEGISLATIVE AWARD State Senator Toi Hutchinson (D-Chicago Heights) was named the Legislator of the Year by the Illinois Public Transportation Association (IPTA) at an awards ceremony on Monday evening. She was singled out for her hard work to promote safe, affordable, and accessible public transportation for the state of Illinois. According to a report entitled... [Read more]
Hutchinson Seeks to Restore Honor to Public Service
State Senator Toi Hutchinson (D-Olympia Fields) reiterated a statement regarding the state of Illinois government that was recently published in a local newspaper. She sees a lack in leadership that needs to be fixed immediately. “There is an integrity crisis in Illinois right now,” said Hutchinson. “It will take every ounce of effort by everyday citizens and honorable officials to revive our... [Read more]
Giannoulias to Join Toi Hutchinson to Reach out to Voters
CHICAGO HEIGHTS – Illinois State Treasurer and U.S. Senate nominee Alexi Giannoulias will be joining State Senator Toi Hutchinson and her supporters as part of a statewide canvassing event this Saturday morning, at 10:00 AM, at her campaign office located at 222 Vollmer Road in Chicago Heights. Other volunteers will meet at her Bradley office, located at 232 N. Industrial Drive, also at 10:00 AM.... [Read more]
Senator Toi Hutchinson To Be Honored by VotingWomen.org
Chicago – VotingWomen.org, an innovative statewide women’s advocacy organization, will honor State Senator Toi Hutchinson at its celebration of the 90th anniversary of American women winning the right to vote. The event will take place at the Union League Club of Chicago (65 W. Jackson / Crystal Room / 5th Floor) from 5:30 – 7:30 PM on Tuesday, August 25th. Illinois Governor Pat Quinn, Attorney... [Read more]
Senator Hutchinson Says Governor’s Pay Raises Send the Wrong Message
OLYMPIA FIELDS—Apparently the best way to make it through the tough economy is to get a job with Governor Quinn. Recent reports have shown that the Governor has given out over 40 pay increases over the last 15 months to people who are already making nearly $100,000 a year. This information comes to light only days after the Governor announced he would be cutting $1.4 billion from the budget. Senator... [Read more]
