Delia Ramirez: “I also rise in commendation of Michael Childress, a leader dedicated to our multicultural, multiracial democracy. A…”

“I also rise in commendation of Michael Childress, a leader dedicated to our multicultural, multiracial democracy. A longtime resident of DuPage County, Mr. Childress is the first-ever Black member of the DuPage County Board, where he serves as vice chair and represents families from Bloomingdale, Bensenville, Addison, and Wood Dale. Michael also serves as the president of the DuPage County Branch of the NAACP. Under his leadership, the organization has assisted Black- owned businesses and entrepreneurs in our community, expanded voter participation, and offered mentorship opportunities to involve youth of diverse backgrounds in leadership and our democracy. Mr. Childress also spearheads efforts to combat domestic violence, serving on the board of directors of one of the largest domestic violence advocacy agencies in Chicago, Family Rescue. Therefore, for his contributions to Illinois District Three, our youth, and our multicultural democracy, I am honored to recognize Michael Childress. Thanking Dara Munson”