About Our Candidate            

In the spring of 1997, Thaddeus M. Jones was elected as the first African American Alderman in the 100 year history of the City of Calumet City. He has been successfully re-elected four times, and is Chairman of the Ordinance and Resolutions Committee of the City of Calumet City.

Jones has served as President of the Thornton Township Young Democrats, Trustee of South Suburban College and is a former Calumet City Library board member.

He is active in many organization including, but not limited to, his Jones Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to feeding the homeless and providing scholarships to local students.

A graduate of Bloom Trail High School, he also attended South Suburban College. Thaddeus graduated from Loyola University with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice.

Thaddeus M. Jones was born August 24, 1970, to William and Devola Jones. He has eight siblings and a host of nieces and nephews.

In addition Thaddeus is a proud father and parent. He has dedicated his entire life to public service and prides himself on working with many organizations to service the needs of the community.

Jones also is the President of Citizens for Jones and Time Entertainment, Inc., an entertainment company devoted to inspiring young professionals in the entertainment and business industry.