Josina Morita
Democratic, incumbent
Cook County Commissioner, 13th District
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Overview
Josina Morita has represented the 13th District on the Cook County Board of Commissioners since 2022.1 She is an urban planner and previously served on the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District board.2
Morita sponsored an amendment to the county's human rights ordinance adding language-based protections.3 She also organized a language access summit and an “I Speak” card initiative.3 Her campaign says she helped pass a county environmental justice policy and a guaranteed income program.4 It also reports she helped cancel over $1 billion in medical debt and secured $40 million for local infrastructure.4 In a 2026 guest commentary, she argued for defending birthright citizenship.5
Campaign money
- Reporting period
- April 1 to June 30, 2026
- Raised
- $4,899
- Cash on hand
- $302,971
| Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Larger gifts | $399 |
| PACs, parties and other campaign committees | $4,500 |
Large contributions reported since June 30, 2026: $16,362 in 13 gifts. See the large contribution reports.
Source: Illinois State Board of Elections filings for Friends of Josina Morita
Endorsements
Sources
- Josina Morita, Ballotpedia. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- About — Josina Morita, Josina Morita. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- In The News - Josina Morita, Josina Morita for Cook County Commissioner. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Josina Morita for Cook County Commissioner, Josina Morita for Cook County Commissioner. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- The Fight for Birthright Citizenship, The Daily Line. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL ELECTION ENDORSED CANDIDATES, Chicago Federation of Labor. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- 2026 Primary Election, Chicago Teachers Union. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- 2026 Primary Election, Equality Illinois. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- 2026 Primary Election Endorsements, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 399. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Our 2026 General Election Endorsements Are Here!, Personal PAC. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Meet our 2026 Endorsed Candidates!, Sierra Club Illinois. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- IUOE Local 150 Illinois Endorsements, General Election, November 3, 2026 (Cook County), IUOE Local 150. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.