Jesus: fight for working families and marginalized communities

Dear robert--  

As we find ourselves at the beginning of a new administration built on divisive rhetoric, now is the time to renew our commitment to stand together!
Commissioner Jesus "Chuy" Garcia has made it his life's work to fight for working families and marginalized communities. That struggle continues. Please show your support to renew our unity by joining Chuy for a reception on Thursday, February 9, 2017 from 6 to 8pm at Twisted Cantina in Pilsen. Ticket information can be found below.

February 9, 2017 - 6pm-8pm
Twisted Cantina   - 1640 S. Blue Island Ave.
                                 Chicago, IL. 60608
Ticket purchase can be made online here or goo.gl/asDdzg

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