CHICAGO (AP) — Pat Quinn, Democrat and incumbent Illinois governor seeking re-election
Age: 65
Education: Bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service, law degree from Northwestern University
Family: Divorced. Father of two sons, Patrick and David
Pets: Dog Rosie
Which Illinois governor do you most admire? John Altgeld and Henry Horner
What is your favorite book? The Bible, and “The Gift of Peace” by Cardinal Joseph Bernardin
What’s your favorite dessert? “Mint chocolate chip ice cream”
What would you accomplish in your first 100 days in office? “If I’m fortunate to serve another term in office, I plan to raise the minimum wage, stabilize the budget and make a major investment in the classroom.”
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Source: Associated Press candidate questionnaire, AP reporting.
