Joliet, IL - “I was very disappointed and surprised that the recall amendment fell short in the Senate today. I voted for the legislation in both committee and on the floor, because I strongly believe that, more than ever, we need complete transparency and accountability in our government. We need to hold elected officials – at all levels – to the highest ethical standards and demand they serve with integrity and honesty. The people of Illinois deserve nothing less.

For Immediate Release
April 15, 2008

Contact: Brian Doory
(708) 672-4100 office
(708) 227-8429 cell

Debbie Halvorson Continues Strong Fundraising
Enthusiasm and Grassroots Support Drive Campaign Over $861,000

FRANKFORT, IL - State Senate Majority Leader and Democratic Congressional Nominee Debbie Halvorson, highlighted the concerns of local residents about the proposed acquisition of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern (EJ&E) Railway by the Canadian National Railway in Frankfort today. Halvorson was joined by U.S. Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL), Will County Executive Larry Walsh, Frankfort Mayor Jim Holland and members of the Frankfort Village Board.

For Immediate Release Contact: Brian Doory

February 4, 2008 (708) 672-4100 office

CRETE, IL – With her eyes now set on a November victory, State Senator Debbie Halvorson officially became the Democratic nominee in Illinois’ 11th Congressional District, winning her party’s primary today. Halvorson’s victory comes on the heels of being named the Democrats’ best chance for a “pick up” of a Republican-held seat this November.

Part of State Senator's Debbie Halvorson's statement announcing she would run for Congress:

"In Congress, I'll work to bring our troops home from Iraq, and I'll continue my fight for affordable health care and to strengthen our local economy. It is time we put Illinois families first, not D.C. special interests."