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| Assumed office April 7, 2009 |
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| Preceded by | Rahm Emanuel |
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| Born | October 17, 1958 Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Barbara Quigley |
| Residence | Chicago, Illinois |
| Alma mater | Roosevelt University, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, University of Chicago |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
Michael "Mike" Quigley (born October 17, 1958) is a United States Congressman serving the 5th Congressional District of Illinois. Quigley was the victor of an April 7, 2009 special election, held in order to fill the remainder of the term vacated by now-White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel. Quigley is also a former member of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, where he represented Chicago's northside neighborhoods of Lakeview, Uptown and Rogers Park. He also teaches environmental policy and Chicago politics at Loyola University Chicago.
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Early life
Mike Quigley was raised in Carol Stream, Illinois where he graduated from Glenbard North High School in 1977. He then attended Roosevelt University where he earned his bachelor's degree. Quigley moved into the Lakeview area of Chicago in 1982 and became involved in community activities. He attended the Loyola University Chicago School of Law, where he earned a juris doctor, and the University of Chicago, where he earned a master's degree in public policy. Quigley married his wife Barbara and they now have two daughters, Alyson and Meghan. Quigley also briefly dated State Representative Sara Feigenholtz when they worked in the 44th Ward.[1]
Public Service
Quigley was first elected to the Cook County Board of Commissioners in 1998. During his tenure he has gained a reputation as a reformer as he opposed tax hikes supported by Cook County Board President John Stroger, and later his son and successor Todd Stroger. He contended the county could operate more efficiently and he presented reports to support the position. Quigley also challenged the practice of finding jobs for Democratic officials with the Cook County Forest Preserve District.[2]
Special congressional election
Quigley won the March 3, 2009 Democratic primary for Rahm Emanuel's seat in the special election to succeed him in Illinois's 5th congressional district. He was endorsed by the Chicago Sun-Times, which called him "a constant advocate for fiscal responsibility and a watchdog against waste and corruption".[3] He was also endorsed by the Chicago Tribune, which cited Quigley's efforts to improve county government, noting "If Quigley's ideas had all been put in place, the county would not be crying now for more money".[4]
Quigley went on to win the April 7 general election with more than 70% of the vote, beating out Republican Rosanna Pulido and Green Party candidate Matt Reichel. By most accounts, the 5th was so heavily Democratic that Quigley had already guaranteed himself a seat in Congress in the primary.
Congressional career
Committee assignments
After being sworn in, Rep. Quigley was appointed to the following committees[5]
See also
References
- ^ Pallasch, Abdon (2009-02-25). "Congressional candidates Quigley, Feigenholtz used to date". Chicago Sun-Times. http://www.suntimes.com/news/elections/1448757,quigley-feigenholtz-congress-illinois-5th-022509.article. Retrieved 2009-03-01.
- ^ "Cook Co. Commissioner Quigley voice of independents" Abdon M. Pallasch, Chicago Sun-Times, February 7, 2009
- ^ "Quigley right choice for 5th District seat" Chicago Sun-Times, February 14, 2009
- ^ "Democrats Best: Quigley" Chicago Tribune, February 18, 2009
- ^ H.Res. 381
External links
- U.S. Congressman Mike Quigley official House site
- Mike Quigley for Congress official campaign site
- Biography at the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress
- Voting record maintained by The Washington Post
- Campaign finance reports and data at the Federal Election Commission
- Campaign contributions at OpenSecrets.org
- Biography, voting record, and interest group ratings at Project Vote Smart
- Staff salaries, trips and personal finance at LegiStorm.com
- Current Bills Sponsored at StateSurge.com
- Congressional profile at GovTrack.us
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| Preceded by Rahm Emanuel |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 5th congressional district April 21, 2009 – present |
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