At this time last year, Bob Fioretti was campaigning to become the mayor of Chicago. The former alderman is no stranger to running for office. He ran unsuccessfully for mayor in 2015, state Senate in 2016 and for Cook County Board president in 2018. Fioretti says he’s unphased by the losses. “Some ask why do I run? The answer is obvious,” he said in answering a questionnaire. “Change is needed. I believe I’m the person who can best bring about that change.”
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Age: 66
Education: Bachelor’s degree, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Juris Doctor, Northern Illinois University
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Neighborhood: West Loop
Occupation: Law partner, Roth Fioretti Law LLC
Personal: married to Nicki Pecori Fioretti
Political Experience: 2nd Ward alderman (2007-15); 2nd Ward committeeman (2008-16).
Three key positions: 1) Decide every case on its merits; 2) Equal protection to all residents under the law; 3) Keep violent criminals charged with possession of illegal firearms in jail.
Website: www.bobforstatesattorney.com
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