In The News
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Oberman Campaign Builds Momentum, Money
In documents filed with the State Board of Elections show that since July, the Oberman campaign has raised approimately 330,000 since July from 700 individual donors, with a D-2 showing just under $200,000 raised and an A-1 filed yesterday with 80,000.
Thursday, January 21, 2010 -- Kitty Kurth -
Congressman Phil Hare Endorses Justin Oberman for Illinois State Treasurer
Today, Congressman Phil Hare endorsed Democrat Justin Oberman in the Democratic Primary for State Treasurer.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010 -- Kitty Kurth -
Primary Interview: Justin Oberman for Treasurer
Democratic candidate says treasurer's office has great influence over banks and private investors and can help bring small business job growth to the state.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 -
Kelly Complains, But Does Not End the Cover Up Oberman says “Tell us about Bright Start Cover Up”
In one of the oddest political communications of the electoral season, Robin Kelly last week sent a message to her supporters in response to claims made by Democratic candidate for State Treasurer Justin Oberman that under Kelly’s watch the Treasurer’s office was both incompetent in its handling of Bright Start funds and dishonest with Illinois families in covering up the loss.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010 -- Kitty Kurth -
Treasurer candidate tours Southern Illinois
Justin Oberman, a Democratic candidate for state treasurer, made a visit Wednesday to Southern Illinois that included a speech to Franklin County Democ-rats.
Oberman spoke with The Southern on Wednesday to discuss his qualifications for the position. Oberman worked under Secretary of Transportation Norman Mineta during the Bush Administration and was a member of the Homeland Security Policy Advisory Committee for President Barack Obama's campaign. He will face current Treasurer Chief of Staff Robin Kelly in the Feb. 2 primaries. more> -
State Treasurer’s Chief of Staff Claims She Runs the Show, But Won’t Own Up To Failures Kelly Continues to Try to Cover Up Bright Start Losses
Robin Kelly, the Chief of Staff for the State Treasurer and a candidate for the office, says that she is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the office and decisions that were made, but won’t take responsibility for its failures.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010 -- Kitty Kurth -
Justin Oberman, Democratic Candidate for State Treasurer, Announces Plan to Help People Buy Homes
Democratic candidate for Illinois State Treasurer Justin Oberman today announced his plans to use the State Treasurer’s office to make it easier for Illinoisans to buy homes.
Monday, January 4, 2010 -- Kitty Kurth -
Bright Start Settlement Not Good Enough -- Treasurer and Staff Should Be Accountable for Families’ Losses
The Illinois State Treasurer’s settlement deal with Oppenheimer Funds, Inc., which cements a 44% loss of college savings for families across Illinois, is inadequate. Justin Oberman, Democratic candidate for State Treasurer, said, “This situation is intolerable -- the State Treasurer’s office should have been better stewards of the families’ money. They should never have let Oppenheimer take these risks and a loss of this magnitude represents a breach of the Treasurer’s duty to safeguard the educational savings invested through the office.”
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 -- Kitty Kurth -
Justin Oberman, Democratic Candidate for State Treasurer, Announces Approach to Job Creation
Springfield - Justin Oberman today announced his plans to use the State Treasurer’s office to collaborate with the private sector to bring investment to Illinois to create jobs.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 -- Kitty Kurth -
Oberman Blasts Conditions that Led to Bond Downgrade, Calls on State Officials to Step Up on Taxpayers’ Behalf
Justin Oberman, Democratic candidate for State Treasurer said, “Last week, Illinois’ bond rating was downgraded by both Standard and Poor’s and Moody’s Investors Service and no one from the Illinois State Treasurer’s office has said a word.
Monday, December 14, 2009 -- Kitty Kurth -
Justin Oberman, Democratic Candidate for State Treasurer, Announces Plan for Investment in High Speed Rail Manufacturing
Justin Oberman today announced his plans to use the State Treasurer’s office to collaborate with the private sector to invest public funds in manufacturing cars and equipment for high speed rail, which will create new green manufacturing jobs in Peoria and other manufacturing centers throughout Illinois.
Thursday, December 10, 2009 -- Kitty Kurth -
Oberman Issues Stronger Campaign Finance Rules Calls On Opponents to Adhere to Reforms
Justin Oberman, Democratic candidate for Illinois State Treasurer, today said that he did not support the General Assembly's weak campaign finance reform legislation and announced his own enhancements to rules governing the Treasurer's office. Oberman is calling on his opponents in the primary and general elections to commit to the same guidelines.
Sunday, November 3rd, 2009 -- Kitty Kurth -
State Treasurer Candidate Oberman Sponsors Community Bike Ride to Highlight Economic and Environmental Benefits
On Sunday October 18, Candidate for State Treasurer Justin Oberman will take a 6 mile bike ride to demonstrate his support and understanding of the benefits of biking in our communities and will preview how biking fits in to Oberman’s solutions for some of the biggest challenges facing Illinois including job creation ad the health of our planet. Sunday, October18, 2009 -- Kitty Kurth -
Justin Oberman to seek state treasurer's office
Son of former alderman switches from lieutenant governor race
The son of a former Chicago alderman is scheduled to kick off a campaign for state treasurer Monday, setting up a primary for the Democratic nomination.
Sept. 21, 2009 -- The Chicago Tribune -
Son of Former Alderman Enters Treasurer's Race
Democrat Justin Oberman is running for Illinois treasurer instead of lieutenant governor.
Sept. 21, 2009 -- NBC Chicago
Announcements
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PRESS RELEASE - 1/21/10:
Oberman Campaign Builds Momentum, Money -
PRESS RELEASE - 1/19/10:
Congressman Phil Hare Endorses Justin Oberman for Illinois State Treasurer -
PRESS RELEASE - 1/12/10:
Kelly Complains, But Does Not End the Cover Up Oberman says “Tell us about Bright Start Cover Up” -
PRESS RELEASE - 1/06/10:
State Treasurer’s Chief of Staff Claims She Runs the Show, But Won’t Own Up To Failures... -
PRESS RELEASE - 1/04/10:
Justin Oberman, Democratic Candidate for State Treasurer, Announces Plan to Help People Buy Homes -
PRESS RELEASE - 12/22/09:
Bright Start Settlement Not Good Enough -- Treasurer and Staff Should Be Accountable for Families’ Losses -
PRESS RELEASE - 12/16/09:
Justin Oberman, Democratic Candidate for State Treasurer, Announces Approach to Job Creation -
PRESS RELEASE - 12/14/09:
Oberman Blasts Conditions that Led to Bond Downgrade, Calls on State Officials to Step Up on Taxpayers’ Behalf -
PRESS RELEASE - 12/10/09:
Oberman, Announces Plan for Investment in High Speed Rail Manufacturing -
PRESS RELEASE - 11/30/09:
Adlai Stevenson endorses Justin Oberman for Illinois State Treasurer -
PRESS RELEASE - 10/18/09:
State Treasurer Candidate Oberman Sponsors Community Bike Ride to Highlight Economic and Environmental Benefits -
PRESS RELEASE - 09/21/09:
Justin Oberman to Seek Democratic Nomination for Illinois State Treasurer -
Statement Of Justin Oberman on the Passing of Senator Ted Kennedy
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