 She received an endorsement from President Barack Obama, as well as support from several unions due to her support for "child care, labor, and home care".In March 2016, she defeated Dunkin decisively, with 68% of the vote, in a primary race noted to be one of the most expensive in Illinois, with a total of $6 million in contributions for the candidates.By August 2017, she had led 25 bills, with 9 appearing before Governor Bruce Rauner, and served on several committees.