Political Quotes

“I rise today to honor Gregorio Gomez Aguayo, a talented writer, poet, producer, and organizer. Gregorio has been nominated for the award of poet laureate of the State of Illinois twice and has been selected as part of Chicago's Newcity Lit 50, which highlights the city's 50 most influential people in Chicago in the literary scene. Born in Veracruz, Mexico, Gregorio has been a part of Chicago's artistic and spoken word community for almost 40 years. His poetry delves into themes of heritage, identity, and the human experience and navigates the duality of his Mexican roots and his American upbringing. Last weekend, in Chicago, Gregorio presented his most recent poetry collection, ``Requiem: Journey Thru a Poetic Odyssey,'' and I can't wait to read all of it. I congratulate Gregorio on his new work.”