On November 7, 2006, Alexi Giannoulias was elected State Treasurer of Illinois, capping off one of the more improbable victories in Illinois politics. Running against the political establishment, he became the youngest state treasurer in the nation at the time by proposing bold new initiatives and a fresh perspective on public policy.

As Treasurer, Alexi has always made job creation and economic development a centerpiece of his public service. He has promoted programs that help small business owners access capital and promote investment in our communities.

As a candidate for Senate, Alexi has introduced his comprehensive FutureWorks plan, a detailed, common-sense economic plan to jump start our economy and create the next generation of good-paying jobs right here in Illinois. Alexi's plan includes tax relief for working families and small businesses, cracking down on deceptive and dangerous corporate practices that hurt our economy, and reducing our deficit.
Alexi believes government should be smart, efficient and transparent.

Alexi is a progressive Democrat who believes we need to move this country forward, rebuild the economy and create the next generation of good-paying jobs instead of returning to the failed policies of the past.

He believes in a government that belongs to the citizens it represents. With the worst economic downturn in a generation sending shockwaves through our nation, the American people want their government standing up for them instead of the corporate special interests that have been running Washington for the past decade. The more Americans know about how their government operates—from who influences legislation to the real consequences of an enacted law—the more they can hold their elected officials accountable and ensure that their tax dollars are put to the proper use.

Alexi graduated cum laude from Boston University with a degree in economics and earned a law degree from Tulane University's School of Law. He formerly was Vice-President of Broadway Bank, a community bank founded by his late father. Alexi is running for the United States Senate seat once held by President Barack Obama. You can learn more at www.alexiforillinois.com.

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