Jessica Vásquez

Cook County Commissioner, District 8, IL

2026 Endorsement

Jessica Vasquez has dedicated her career to advancing equity through public service. She has over 13 years of experience working at community nonprofits and local government. She has helped win affordable housing developments and progressive policies, including abolishing the sub-minimum wage for tipped workers and a ban on civil arrests at Cook County Courthouses. Jessica’s focus includes protecting health care access, property tax relief, and expanding access to county resources.