On March 17th, the 13th District will elect a new Democratic candidate for State Representative. I’m stepping up because we are in crisis and I’m prepared to hit the ground running on day one to help make your life better. #IllinoisPolitics #VoteJamesOBrien

Had a really great discussion with @jamesforillinois.bsky.social today. I really appreciate him taking the time and I fully understand why my @bscactionfund.org friends decided to endorse him. I believe he is in this for the right reasons and I think he could do great things in the ILGA. #twil

🔔‼️Hot off the presses, our yard signs have arrived ‼️🔔 We think they’re the perfect addition to any District 13 home, so request yours today by reaching out to the campaign or following the link in bio! #VoteJamesOBrien #ChicagoPolitics

Da Bears!!

Out canvassing today with my guy James! Anyone who can help in this moment is needed. Let's do this.

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 Excited to announce this awesome endorsement from MWRD VP Patricia Theresa Flynn! A champion for our environment and clean water. #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

Tired of seeing so many tragedies because of a federal government that has lost its mind. State governments can and should step up to protect their citizens.

James will deliver on livable streets for Illinoisans. I know this because I commonly see him biking around the neighborhood!

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 Proud to announce more details about our endorsement from @betterstreetschicago.org action fund!! #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

The start of 2026 means we have just about 10 weeks until Election Day!! Join us at our next house party with neighbors to discuss why I’m the best choice in this race to be your next State Representative for the 13th District. Hope to see you there! #VoteOBrien #ChicagoPolitics

Thanks to all the supporters, volunteers, and 13th District voters who made 2025 an amazing year! Looking forward to bringing it home In 2026 with a win ☘️ #VoteOBrien #HappyNewYear #ChicagoPolitics www.instagram.com/reel/DS_dWf7...

Happy holidays all!! 🎁🎉☃️

Thankful for all the supporters that came out earlier this month to talk about a better future and donate food to @friendshipcenterchicago!! Your support makes a huge impact for the campaign and Chicagoans in need. #VoteJamesOBrien #IllinoisPolitics

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 Proud to announce our campaign has been endorsed by @runforsomething.net!! #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨   Proud to share the huge news that we are now endorsed by the Illinois Education Association!! #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

Thanks to the volunteers who braved the cold this weekend and Elia for a great date night!! 🎄❄️☃️ #VoteJamesOBrien #IllinoisPolitics

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 Thrilled to announce that the 40th Ward Democrats have endorsed our campaign!! Huge thanks to Committeewoman Maggie O’Keefe for leading a fearless organization that engages all our neighbors to make sure the Democratic Party is working for them!!

Biking in the Chicago winter to talk to voters? That’s how this campaign rolls. 🚲❄️☃️ #VoteJamesOBrien #IllinoisPolitics

We're thrilled to endorse James O'Brien for State Representative (IL-13)! @jamesforillinois.bsky.social has spent his career in public service working on school funding reform, climate policy, & budgets. James believes in building more homes, investing in education, and lowering utility bills.

Had a blast talking to voters with friends today! Huge thanks to everyone who braved the cold to let neighbors know that progress and affordability are on the ballot in the 13th District!! ☃️🗳️ #IllinoisPolitics #VoteJamesOBrien

Join us on Saturday 12/6 for an exciting Volunteer Day of Action!! We’ll have shifts at 10am and 1pm, both meeting at Winnemac Park. For more details and to RSVP, go to bit.ly/canvasswithjames of follow the link in bio. Hope to see you there! #ChicagoPolitics #Volunteer #VoteJamesOBrien

Such a great video of a gorgeous morning at #GracelandCemetery, one of the many wonderful areas in the 13th District. I had my own snow-filled day, door knocking to walk off all that holiday turkey! 🦃 #IllinoisPolitics #VoteJamesOBrien

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 I’m excited to announce that the Fightin’ 47th has endorsed our campaign!! I’ve seen firsthand the tremendous work this organization puts in to help the city we all love, and I can’t wait to continue that mission as State Rep! #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

Join me at 6pm this Tuesday 11/25 for @indivisiblels.bsky.social Candidate Forum!! I’ll be speaking at Sulzer Library Auditorium and showing folks why I’m the right choice for State Representative in the 13th District. RSVP at the link in bio, hope to see you there! #VoteJamesOBrien

Happy to share the news that we are officially on the ballot and will be the first name listed!! #VoteJamesOBrien #ChicagoPolitics

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 I’m excited to announce that the legendary former IL Secretary of State Jesse White has endorsed our campaign!! #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

Sometimes helping means running for state rep., sometimes it’s shoveling for your neighbors before work. Chicagoans take care of each other.

Come join us at O’Shaughnessy’s Public House on November 19th from 6-8pm!! Will be a great time to support a great candidate! Please bring canned goods and non-perishable items so we can donate them to our neighbors in need. #IllinoisPolitics #VoteJamesOBrien

Over a thousand Chicagoans came together in outrage and solidarity tonight after ICE kidnapped a daycare teacher this morning.  She was violently dragged out in front of onlooking toddlers and infants, illegally and without a warrant.

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 I’m excited to announce that Ironworkers Local 63 has endorsed our campaign! Ironworkers literally build this beautiful city we call home, and I’m looking forward to being a strong supporter for workers in the GA. #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

It’s heartbreaking to see food aid be cut because of political games. Here are a few resources and ways to help our neighbors in their time of need.

Had a blast talking to supporters earlier this month about how state government can make their lives better! Huge thanks to the legendary Rep. Will Davis and Senator Martwick for their support and kind words! #VoteJamesOBrien #IllinoisPolitics

Thrilled to share we turned in almost 2,000 signatures to get me on the ballot early this morning!! Huge thanks to everyone who signed and all the volunteers who made this possible! And to Elia for being by my side the whole way! Now let’s get to work. #VoteJamesOBrien #IllinoisPolitics

Proud to stand with Personal PAC in the fight for reproductive freedom! Honored to have a great conversation with the trailblazing Congresswoman Sarah McBride and talk with other champions of choice. #IllinoisPolitics #AbortionIsHealthcare #BansOffOurBodies #VoteJamesOBrien

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 Thrilled to have the endorsement of a true champion for working people, State Representative Sonya Harper! #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

What a weekend. From door knocking, to protesting wannabe kings, to rallying with the 47th Ward Dems and @govpritzker.illinois.gov, and topping it off with a Bears win, I couldn’t be more proud of Chicago! #ChicagoPolitics #VoteJamesOBrien

Join 47th Ward Dems and other campaign volunteers on Sunday 10/19 at 10am for our last petition signature collecting event! Please register here docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... and choose James as your preferred candidate. #ChicagoPolitics #VoteJamesOBrien

Great weekend talking to neighbors and fighting for our democracy! #ChicagoPolitics #VoteJamesOBrien

Join us this Sunday 10/5 at 10am!! Only a few more volunteer opportunities left to help us get on the ballot. For more details and to RSVP, go to bit.ly/canvasswithjames or follow the link in bio. Hope to see you there! #ChicagoPolitics #Volunteer #VoteJamesOBrien

Proud to be endorsed by an amazing champion for education and the public good! @staterepmussman #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

Two weeks from today!! Join me and our amazing host committee at Joy District to support our campaign! Food and drink provided with your ticket. RSVP to [email protected] #IllinoisPolitics #VoteJamesOBrien

Great volunteer opportunity this Sunday!! Join us at 2pm on 9/28 as we gather signatures to get James on the ballot. For more details and to RSVP, go to bit.ly/canvasswithjames or follow the link in bio. Hope to see you there! #ChicagoPolitics #Volunteer #VoteJamesOBrien

A few clips from a great event talking to neighbors earlier in the week! Thanks to Kelly Weiss for being a phenomenal host!!

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 Thrilled to be endorsed by a true leader for all in Illinois, State Representative Natalie Manley! #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 Excited to be backed by a tireless friend of labor and advocate for Illinois families, State Representative Larry Walsh Jr.! #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien

Come out and meet James this week with two great events on September 13 and 15! RSVP at: bit.ly/HousePartyPalooza

We don’t bow to wannabe kings in #Chicago. If Congress had any spine they would impeach immediately. Stay safe out there. #NoTroops #HandOffChicago

The weather is cooling down but the campaign is still on fire! Join us this Sunday 9/7 at 3pm as we gather petition signatures to get James on the ballot. For more details and to RSVP, go to bit.ly/canvasswithjames or follow the link in bio. #ChicagoPolitics #Volunteer #VoteJamesOBrien

Great day supporting workers and running into friends at the #ChicagoLaborDayRally!! It’s critical to honor the blood, sweat, and tears that delivered the weekend, 8-hour work day, and labor protections. Let’s keep up the fight for fair wages and progress! #LaborDay #ThankYouWorkers #ChicagoLabor

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 Proud to be backed by a true leader and fighter, State Representative Rita Mayfield! #IllinoisPolitics #EndorsedByExcellence #VoteJamesOBrien