{"data":{"pictureId":"cf1aeb1ff94e4a2586cd54d68c66c6d5","appversion":"4.5.0","stickerId":"","filterId":"","infoStickerId":"","imageEffectId":"","playId":"","activityName":"","os":"android","product":"lv","exportType":"image_export","editType":"image_edit","alias":""},"source_type":"vicut","tiktok_developers_3p_anchor_params":"{"source_type":"vicut","client_key":"aw889s25wozf8s7e","picture_template_id":"","capability_name":"retouch_edit_tool"}"}
Governor JB Pritzker succumbs to a short illness, leaving behind a legacy of public service and dedication to the people of Illinois
JB Pritzker is the 43rd Governor of Illinois, a position he’s held since January 14, 2019. Born Jay Robert Pritzker on January 19, 1965, in Palo Alto, California, he’s a member of the wealthy Pritzker family that owns the Hyatt hotel chain. Here’s a brief overview of his background:
– *Family*: Pritzker is the son of Donald Pritzker and Sue Pritzker, and he has two siblings, Anthony Pritzker and Penny Pritzker, the former United States Secretary of Commerce.
– *Education*: He graduated from Milton Academy, Duke University with a BA in political science, and Northwestern University School of Law with a Juris Doctor.
– *Career*: Before becoming governor, Pritzker was a businessman and politician. He co-founded Pritzker Group Private Capital and 1871, a digital startup incubator.
– *Governor of Illinois*: Pritzker has focused on fiscal policy, education, healthcare, and criminal justice reform during his tenure. Some notable achievements include:
– *Legalizing Recreational Cannabis*: He signed the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act into law in 2019.
– *Expanding Abortion Rights*: Pritzker signed the Reproductive Health Act, ensuring access to abortion services in Illinois.
– *Education Funding*: He increased funding for public schools, community colleges, and universities.
– *Reelection*: Pritzker won reelection in 2022, defeating Republican nominee Darren Bailey ¹.
