Brad's Newsletter

While the summer may be winding down, we just capped off an active week of events and visits throughout the Tenth District, including a federal budget workshop, tours of local businesses and health care organizations, and meetings with constituents at Neighborhood Office Hours in Grayslake, Waukegan, and Glenview.

I’m heartbroken over the bigotry, racism and violence we witnessed in Charlottesville this weekend. The hate spewed by the white supremacists gathered there does not represent our American values. In the face of this senseless violence, we must stand united as a country that embraces its diversity.

I hope you and your family are enjoying a happy and relaxing end of summer. As back-to-school time approaches, we're planning a series of events this month throughout the Tenth District, starting with a Health and Wellness Fair this Saturday in Round Lake.

Across the country, we’ve seen states impose burdensome restrictions intended to suppress voting, and the Administration spread troubling falsehoods about widespread fraud. Instead, I believe we should be working to ensure every American has a fair and full opportunity to exercise their right to vote, which is why last week I introduced legislation to improve procedures around absentee voting.

As the waters begin to recede, I want to thank all the first responders, government workers and volunteers who have worked around the clock on behalf of our communities.

Being home last week for the Independence Day holiday provided a wonderful opportunity to hear from people all around the Tenth District.

My focus remains on protecting the initial progress we’ve made on health care from ongoing, ill-conceived repeal efforts. Please read on for updates on that fight, as well as a touching story from the Tenth District on last week's Refugee Day. Also below are two invitations to upcoming events in early July.