Christian Mitchell

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Mitchell earned his bachelor's in public policy studies from the University of Chicago. His professional experience includes working as a community organizer, deputy field director for the Lisa Madigan re-election campaign, and campaign manager for Will Burns, Alderman, 4th Ward, in 2010.[3]

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Mitchell's campaign website highlighted the following issues:[17]

Pension Reform

Education

Excerpt: "Christian is fighting to reform the way we fund our schools, so that all children get their fair share of resources. Christian believes that the public should have more say in the decisions made by Chicago Public Schools, and that is why he is a co-sponsor of a bill to make the Chicago Public School board democratically elected."

Public safety

Excerpt: "Christian is proactive in sponsoring legislation to keep illegal guns out of the hands of criminals."

Jobs

To increase employment, Christian:

"Started a program that gives low-interest loans to small local businesses, so that they can create more jobs in our community."

"Targets government investment where Illinois has the most potential for growth. This ensures that the jobs of the new economy will be created right here at home."

"Fights for updated school courses to keep Illinois competitive in the future."

"Looks for results in government efforts to create jobs. Christian pushes for accountability from government programs. He wants to use set goals to determine whether or not a program grows enough jobs. His efforts for transparency make sure that Illinois directs investment in the most effective way to grow our economy."

Marriage equality

Excerpt: "Christian believes family and commitment are the roots to a strong community, and that all people should be allowed to make a commitment to the one that they love."

Ethics

Excerpt: "Illinois doesn’t have the best history producing honest government officials, but Christian is working to change that. Christian isn’t beholden to special interest groups. He’s in Springfield to fight for you."

Mitchell's campaign website listed the following issues:[18]

Ethics Policy

Excerpt: "The people of the 26th District have long supported reform efforts and elected officials who work to make government more accountable. Christian Mitchell pledges to uphold this tradition as State Representative."

Transportation Policy

Excerpt: "As State Representative, Christian will pursue several goals to maintain and enhance the state’s transportation system."

Jobs Policy

Excerpt: "Illinois needs more jobs. Our state’s unemployment rate is 9.8 percent, 1.5 points higher than the national rate. Entrepreneurs and businesses face an unstable financial landscape that impedes job creation."

Energy Policy

Excerpt: "The state of Illinois is at a crossroads with respect to energy use and the environment. We must re-examine our energy sources: fossil fuel use pollutes our air and skews the nation’s foreign policy."