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Monica Gordon is the Cook County Commissioner representing the 5th District.
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Recently elected Cook County Commissioner reflects on first months in office

Monica Gordon has been a Cook County Commissioner, representing the 5th District, since November of 2022, when she was elected to office. “It has been a wonderful experience thus far. Getting to know my fellow Commissioners, being able to get out into the community right away to make an impact. I am really excited for what’s to come,” she said. The 5th District of the Cook County Board includes 49% of the Far South side of Chicago and 51% of the South Suburbs.