Chicago Police and Firefighters Endorse Michael Carroll for 46th Ward Alderman

January 25, 2011

First Responders All Agree that Michael Carroll is the Best Choice for Alderman

Michael Carroll, candidate for Alderman of the 46th Ward, has received major endorsements from the Fraternal Order of Police – Chicago Lodge 7, Chicago Firefighters Local 2, and the Chicago Police Sergeants’ Association. After reviewing all the candidates, each first responders’ union independently reached the same conclusion: Michael Carroll is the right choice for 46th Ward Alderman.

“We are unanimously endorsing Michael Carroll as the best candidate to reduce crime in the 46th Ward,” stated Mark Donahue, president of the Fraternal Order of Police – Chicago Lodge 7. “His proactive plan for fighting crime and over seven years of experience as a Chicago Police Officer make him the right choice for voters”

Michael will protect the interests of our officers and their families and serve as a voice for all our citizens on the City Council,” Donahue added.

The unions represent every emergency first responder that works for the City of Chicago. Fraternal Order of Police - Chicago Lodge 7 represents about 17,000 active and retired Chicago police officers. The Chicago Firefighters Local 2 represents about 5,000 active and retired Chicago firefighters. Chicago Police Sergeants' Association represents around 2,000 active and retired Chicago police sergeants.

"We think Michael Carroll will bring a considerate and realistic work ethic to the City Council," said Tom Ryan, President of Chicago Fire Fighters Local 2. "Firefighters live in the very wards that we serve and so we share the same passion and concerns that our neighbors have. Because we have common needs, we can find common solutions and I know that Michael welcomes that cooperation."

This means the people who work everyday to protect the health and safety of the City of Chicago all agree that the best choice for the 46th Ward Alderman is Michael Carroll.

“I am grateful to the Chicago Police, Firefighters, and Sergeants unions for their endorsement,” Carroll said. “As Alderman, I will work tirelessly alongside the police and firefighters and be their advocate on the City Council as we work to improve public safety and fight crime here in the 46th Ward.”

“This is our neighborhood, our home, and I vow everyday to protect our citizens,” Carroll continued

About Michael Carroll: Michael Carroll is a 32-year-old candidate for Alderman of the 46th Ward. Michael has served as a Chicago Police Officer for over seven years and now works in the Targeted Response Unit, responsible for targeting gangs, guns, and drugs in Chicago’s high crime areas. He joined the race for Alderman in late October 2009. For more information, visit http://www.carroll46.com.