When he made his first run for governor back in 2002 he ran in the Democratic Primary with the current Governor Rod Blagojevich. He also ran with former state attorney general Roland Burris. At that time, his run for Governor wasn't too far behind his leaving the Chicago Public Schools.He wants reform! Sneed hears former Chicago Public Schools chief Paul Vallas, who wants to re-enter Illinois politics, will make his presence known Sunday.
• • Explanation: Word is that Vallas, who is eyeing a bid for governor, is planning a news conference this weekend to endorse holding a state constitutional convention.
• • Back story: Vallas, who has maintained his residency here despite taking a job as New Orleans school chief, might run as a Republican. A Con-Con means reform.
On another day, I think I read on the Capitol Fax that he was eying a run for Cook County Board President as a Republican as well. If he's serious I would expect we'll know more at some point.
Is there a link or more of a story somewhere on the Internet about Vallas's support for the Illinois Constitution? I would love to read more about his thoughts on this as I have heard of many educators who are against this.
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Tom