Felix Cardona Jr. (born 1974/1975)[1] is a Democratic member of the Chicago City Council representing the 31st Ward.
Felix Cardona | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Chicago City Council from the 31st ward | |
| Assumed office May 20, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Milly Santiago |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1974 or 1975 (age 49–50) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Northeastern University (BS) |
Political career
Cardona was elected alderman from the 31st Ward of Chicago in 2019, unseating incumbent alderman Milly Santiago.
Cardona assumed office as alderman on May 20, 2019.[2] He is currently a member of the Latino Caucus[3] and the Progressive Reform Caucus.[4] Cardona is affiliated with the Democratic Party.[5]
Criticism from LGBTQ Victory Fund
The LGBTQ Victory Fund, which is a national organization that promotes LGBTQ politicians being elected, criticized Cardona for "homophobic comments" made to his fellow 31st Ward alderman candidate Colin Bird-Martinez who the LGBTQ Victory Fund endorsed. He was also criticized for receiving benefits from Maranatha USA/Maranatha Word Revival which they claim is a "anti-LGBTQ religious organization".[6]
Elections
2019
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan | Felix Cardona, Jr. | 3,584 | 54.3% | ||
| Nonpartisan | Milagros Santiago | 3,017 | 45.7% | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan | Milagros Santiago | 2,588 | 40.3% | ||
| Nonpartisan | Felix Cardona, Jr. | 2,132 | 33.2% | ||
| Nonpartisan | Colin Bird-Martinez | 1,699 | 26.5% | ||