Jonathan Jackson, Rainbow PUSH spokesman and son of Jesse Jackson, joins race to replace Bobby Rush

Jackson, the Chicago-based nationwide spokesman for Rainbow PUSH and the son of Rev. Jesse Jackson, was joined by Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Gacia (D-Illinois 14), who

There was an enormous endorsement on Thursday within the crowded race to interchange retiring Congressman Bobby Rush.

Democratic Congressman Jesus “Chuy” Garcia gave his help to Jonathan Jackson.

“I proudly stand with Jonathan Jackson and throw my wholehearted help and endorsement to his effort to change into the following congressman of the First District,” Garcia stated.

Rush beforehand endorsed Karen Norington-Reaves earlier than Jackson received within the race.

“I feel at this level, all, any endorsements you get are most likely going to be vital as a result of that is the place everyone is attempting to raise themselves above the muddle,” stated political guide Delmarie Cobb.

Jackson is relying on Garcia’s endorsement to translate into marketing campaign donations, by which he at the moment lags behind another candidates. Garcia has promised to marketing campaign and fundraise for Jackson.

“Chicago is a really refined market. Folks perceive what cash does, and extra importantly, individuals perceive those that care,” Jackson stated. “So, his endorsement as we speak is the message that exceeds any worth you may placed on any capital on any cash.”

Presently, there are 20 Democrats within the race, however eight of them are going through challenges to their nominating petitions, which implies the sector might get considerably whittled down.

“And lots of people, even when they make it on the poll, they merely won’t have the cash to be viable candidates,” Cobb stated.

Cobb stated she believes solely 5 are significantly within the operating: Jonathan Jackson, Ald. Pat Dowell, Karen Norington-Reaves, State Sen. Jacqueline Collins and businessman Jonathan Swain.

Jackson wouldn’t speculate how a lot cash his marketing campaign will want with the intention to win, however he stated no matter that’s, they are going to increase it.