Northbrook, IL  – Carol Ronen, Democratic State Central Committeeperson for the 9th Congressional District and former State Senator, today announced her endorsement of Laura Fine for Congress. Ronen has represented IL-9 Democrats on the state party’s central committee for more than 22 years. 

“I am proud to endorse Laura Fine for Congress. Laura is the leader we need to fight to protect our healthcare. She will stand up to the Republican Congress that seeks to destroy Medicaid and Medicare,” Ronen said. “As the Democratic Committeeperson of the 9th Congressional District, I have worked side by side with Jan Schakowsky for the past 22 years. I know firsthand what an outstanding leader and advocate Jan was. And I know Laura Fine will continue that great tradition.”

“Carol has long been a cornerstone of Democratic leadership in IL-9,” State Senator Laura Fine said. “I’m honored to have her support. Carol’s endorsement speaks to the kind of campaign we’re building, one focused on protecting health care, defending reproductive freedom, and lowering costs for working families.”

Fine is the most proven leader in the race, with recognition from nearly two dozen organizations for her work on health care, mental health, reproductive freedom, and clean energy. Senator Fine has served for 13 years in the state legislature, delivering results that improve the lives of families across Illinois.