Statement to Mayor Richard M. Daley's Veto of Chicago's Big Box Ordinance

“We commend Mayor Daley for vetoing the ordinance and ensuring more jobs, more convenience and more choice for Chicago’s working families.  His action encourages desperately-needed business investment and development in the city, with job opportunities and savings for those who need it most.

“We encourage the mayor and the City Council to continue working for job creation and new economic opportunities for all Chicagoans and building the economic vitality of the city.”