Quigley Statement on Illinois Concealed Carry Ruling“Today’s ruling is a disappointing setback as we work to end the gun violence that plagues our community and claims innocent lives. I am hopeful that Illinois lawmakers will take swift action to ensure that our state has common-sense gun laws that balance public safety with Second Amendment rights,” said ... |
Quigley Statement on SCOTUS Hearing Marriage Equality Cases“The Supreme Court’s decision to take up the issue of same-sex marriage is a major step forward for lesbian and gay Americans who have long fought for their constitutional right to fairness and equality. The Defense of Marriage Act is an affront to our country’s values of ‘life, liberty and ... |
Honoring Local First Chicago"The impact that independent and locally owned businesses have on our communities comes as no surprise. The lasting economic, social, and environmental outcomes are essential to the growth and sustainability of our neighborhoods. More than seven years ago, a non-profit organization named Local First Chicago was formed with one purpose ... |
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CHICAGO—Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (D-IL) issued the following statement after a federal judge ruled Proposition 8, which prohibits same-sex marriage in California, was unconstitutional. “Today’s decision proves what I have known for a long time: this country is always moving in the direction of greater equality and greater fairness. I applaud the court for recognizing that the right to marriage is one all Americans should be able to enjoy and I sincerely hope that this decision is upheld against any challenges to it.” In his first term in Congress, Quigley has been an ardent supporter of LGBT rights. He has fought for the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” a reexamination of the Food and Drug Administration’s discriminatory blood ban, and including the Uniting American Families Act in Comprehensive Immigration Reform. |
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