29 Jun 2015

Statement by former Gov. Pat Quinn on Landmark Supreme Court Decision

By Billy Morgan

CHICAGO - Former Governor Pat Quinn today issued the following statement regarding the United States Supreme Court's landmark decision in Obergefell v. Hodges. Governor Quinn signed legislation on Nov. 20, 2013 making Illinois the 16th state to embrace full marriage equality. The legislation was signed on the desk where Abraham Lincoln wrote his first inaugural address:

"Today's decision by the Supreme Court is a victory for equal justice under law in America.

"Marriage equality is the law of the land. Loving couples in every state can now receive the rights and protections of marriage.

"As I said when I signed the Illinois marriage equality law on Nov. 20, 2013, 'Love is patient, love is kind... love never fails.'"

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29 Apr 2015

Statement by Gov. Pat Quinn on the Passing of Gov. Dan Walker

By Billy Morgan
CHICAGO - Gov. Pat Quinn has issued the below statement on the passing of Gov. Dan Walker:

"As a member of the United States Navy, Gov. Dan Walker served our country with courage and distinction in World War II and the Korean War.

"He fervently believed in the power of democracy and the importance of including everyone in our democracy. He loved his family and leaves behind many friends. His patriotism, service and compassion will never be forgotten.

"May God rest his soul."

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