Cook County Commissioner Monica Gordon, whose 5th district covers parts of Chicago's far South Side and south suburbs, is partnering with Ujimaa Medics to help save lives. #trauma #firstaid
This year, the foundation saw its students receive the highest number of acceptances from the nation's top 10 medical schools since the program started. #unsungheroine
According to Commissioner Gordon, the southern Cook County area saw an 82% increase in opioid overdose deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic, compared to previous years. #opioid
While at the NACo Legislative Conference, Gordon also was able to get her resolution calling for Congress to commit more funding for high speed rail approved.
Up to 140,000 vehicles pass through the improved areas each day, making I-57 a crucial artery for commuter and freight travel in the region. #southland
Since slavery is so much a part of the culture, experts say education is the only way former slaves can make a life for themselves or risk being re-enslaved. #monicagordon
After 50 seasons at Soldier Field, we and other south suburban elected officials are asking Warren and McCaskey to look to Inglewood in Los Angeles as a roadmap for transforming a predominantly Black area into a thriving... #chicagobears
As elected officials, we need to keep our focus on ensuring equity in everything we do throughout the entire county. Violence prevention, medical equity and water infrastructure are my three priorities. #cookcounty