Robert Peters is running for Congress to bring bold, progressive leadership to Washington on behalf of the communities of Illinois’ 2nd District. In the Illinois Senate, Robert has established himself as a highly effective legislator, chairing the Public Safety Committee, the Labor Committee and, previously, the Senate Black Caucus. Robert has passed dozens of standalone bills and co-sponsored hundreds of others. Robert helped reform the broken bail system in Illinois in favor of more equitable and data-driven approaches, and championed policies that will help Illinois’ hardworking families succeed like raising the minimum wage, expanding workplace protections, and investing in affordable housing.
“Earning the support of the Christopher Street Project is deeply meaningful to me. In a moment when too many of our leaders have shown they are willing to throw members of our trans community under the bus, I’m ready to fight alongside them in full solidarity in Congress. Together, we can protect the rights and safety of our most vulnerable neighbors.”
