Local Lobbyist to Run for Cook County Board President

Claypool won't run for Cook County prez

Greg Hinz, Crain's Chicago Business

In a major political surprise, Cook County Commissioner Forrest Claypool has decided not to run for County Board president in next year's election. ... In the wake of Mr. Claypool's decision, another commissioner, Lawrence Suffredin, says he is likely to do so. "I'm putting together an exploratory committee," Mr. Suffredin said.

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