J.B. Pritzker notes immigrants bring hard work and aspiration to U.S.

J.B. Pritzker notes immigrants bring hard work and aspiration to U.S.
J.B. Pritzker on U.S. immigrant experience

J.B. Pritzker shared a statement on social media recounting his family's arrival in the U.S. with limited means. He acknowledged the role of those who welcomed and supported his family, and stated that immigrants belong in the U.S. According to Pritzker, hard work and the pursuit of freedom were fundamental values that brought his family to the country. The comments add another perspective to ongoing dialogues regarding immigration and the role of community support in enabling immigrant success in the U.S.

Pritzker has recently commented on food assistance policy, after Illinois partially restored benefits affected by federal cuts impacting 100,000 residents (see article). He has also received high-profile bipartisan support, with former Illinois House Republican Leader Jim Durkin endorsing his campaign for governor (see article). These developments highlight Pritzker’s continued engagement in policy and political debates in Illinois.

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