Ted Cox is an assistant policy advisor with the Illinois Office of Comptroller. His sports compilation "1,001 Days in the Bleachers" is available thru NU Press.
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Watch the full conversation to hear what I have to say about Chicago’s financial crisis and what it’s really going to take to turn this city around.
Video Link: youtu.be/KvpdSpzxX3s?si=swRt…
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When the people elected me Illinois Comptroller, the state was in dire financial crisis.
Illinois had $48,000 in savings and $17 billion in unpaid bills when I took office.
I got to work - eliminated the backlog, grew our Rainy Day Fund to $2.5 billion and we now pay our bills on time.
Chicago is facing its own financial crisis. There’s only one candidate in this race who has actually managed a major financial crisis and led a historic turnaround.
It’s me. And I’m ALL IN Chicago.
#chicago
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FACT: Wages are higher in states that protect workers' rights.
Read our full 2026 State of the Unions Report: illinoisepi.org/2026/09/07/t…
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I was given my name by the Iroquois Nation many hundreds of years ago. By 1660 my name was printed on maps by the Europeans as they accepted the Native name which means Beautiful waters.
In 1867 the Canadian government decided to use my name for their providence.
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I cut my budget as Chicago City Clerk.
I cut my budget as State Comptroller.
I've returned unused funds to the Treasury because it's the right thing to do for taxpayers.
As Mayor, I'll continue my policy of doing more with less. – at Chicago, IL
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I’m proud to announce that Illinois has now received its 11th credit rating upgrade since I took office! We’re continuing to put our state on stronger financial footing and deliver results for Illinois taxpayers.
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A lot of people aren't talking about this, but this affects ALL of Chicago.
Let's talk about credit downgrades.
When Chicago's credit gets downgraded, the city pays more to borrow money. That means less money for services, more burden on taxpayers, and a city that can't invest more in its own future.
Chicago's credit rating is low, and what we need is leadership with a successful track record in finance.
As Comptroller, I've earned Illinois 10 credit upgrades on my watch. I'll do it again for Chicago.
#chicago
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See a state-by-state comparison of the Trump Administration's 2025 tariffs across the Midwest. Higher prices, fewer manufacturing jobs, and billions in lost economic activity.
Read our new study: midwestepi.org/2026/07/22/ta…
I don't know how a Chicago team could possibly pass on a Roch Cholowsky. Do you, @whitesox?
The No. 1 overall Draft picks over the last 10 years 🧐
Which Draft prospect will add his name to this list? The 2026 MLB Draft begins on Saturday, July 11 at 1:00 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
(MLB x Nippon Express)
ALT MLB Draft 2026, Presented by Nippon Express Last 10 No. 1 overall picks 2025: Eli Willits, Nationals 2024: Travis Bazzana, Guardians 2023: Paul Skenes, Pirates 2022: Jackson Holliday, Orioles 2021: Henry Davis, Pirates 2020: Spencer Torkelson, Tigers 2019: Adley Rutschman, Orioles 2018: Casey Mize, Tigers 2017: Royce Lewis, Twins 2016: Mickey Moniak, Phillies Pictured: From top to bottom - Eli Willits wearing a blue Washington Nationals City Connect training shirt, Travis Bazzana wearing a dark blue Cleveland Guardians jersey, and Paul Skenes wearing a black Pittsburgh Pirates jersey.
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We're going to curb the city's addiction to spending, stop the hemorrhaging of our finances, and find efficiencies everywhere we can.
We'll provide better service at lower cost. I did it as City Clerk and I did it as Comptroller.
And as Mayor, I'll deliver a city that works and honors the hard work of every taxpayer. #chicago
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🚨🚨GIVEAWAY ALRERT🚨🚨
Who wants to go to The Crosstown Classic at Wrigley Field?
WE ARE GIVING AWAY 2 SETS OF 2 TICKETS.
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Good Luck Guys!!
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The IOC is excited to bring back our Dog Days of Summer campaign. Every Tuesday through Labor Day, we’re featuring adoptable pets from shelters across Illinois.
Read more about the campaign and the shelters working tirelessly for pets in need: khqa.com/news/local/dog-days…
🚨GAME UPDATE: 6/7 GAME CANCELED🚨
Due to weather conditions, the Sunday, June 7 Iowa Cubs game has been canceled. The game will not be made up.
Your tickets for the 6/7 game can be exchanged at any time for a ticket to any of our remaining home games in 2026. To exchange your tickets, call the ticket office at 515-243-6111. Physical tickets must be exchanged in person. All seating is subject to availability.
The ticket office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM.
