Political Quotes

“For decades the Old Joliet Prison has served as the backdrop of Hollywood movies like ``The Blues Brothers'' and hit TV shows like ``Prison Break.'' But years of neglect have left the site unsafe and closed to visitors. That is why I am so proud that the Federal omnibus recently passed by Congress included $3 million for the Joliet Area Historical Museum so that they can rehabilitate the site of the Old Joliet Prison and make it safe for visitors once again and enhance its potential as a tourist attraction. This project is shovel-ready and will help create and sustain much-needed construction jobs while restoring a historically and culturally significant site in an economically challenged part of the city. Altogether, our office secured nearly $19 million for very worthwhile projects in Illinois' 11th District that will benefit our entire community, and this will be taxpayer money well spent. Community Projects: Aurora Quad County Urban League”