Past praise for Rick Munoz
“A longtime independent voice on the Chicago City Council … widely popular, especially among progressives and independents.”
-- NBC Ward Room, July 14, 2011
“Ricardo Munoz is often labeled as the only independent on the Chicago City Council.”
-- NBC Ward Room profile, 2011-present
“Ricardo Munoz brings valuable political independence to the [Chicago City Council], and he can point to solid accomplishments, such as several new schools. He is a creative and energetic alderman.”
-- Chicago Tribune, February 14, 2007
“Munoz is an independent, practical and competent alderman who doesn't shy from challenging Mayor Daley but is by no means an obstructionist.”
-- Chicago Sun-Times, February 18, 2007
“More than 12 years as an independent voice in the City Council.”
-- New York Times, January 6, 2006
“Ricardo Munoz sets the standard for Hispanic alderman. … The best Latino ward leader in the city.”
-- Dr. Juan Andrade, columnist, Chicago Sun-Times, February 21, 2003
"Alderman Ricardo Munoz is one of the few independents on the City Council who isn't afraid to speak out against the mayor when he sees fit. … He has presented a number of innovative ideas… a terrific choice for voters."
-- Chicago Tribune, February 2003
“Give credit to Ald. Ricardo Munoz for constantly pushing new ideas, such as his hope of creating a dual-language high school in his community. He works hard, his enthusiasm is contagious and his efforts are paying off.”
-- Chicago Tribune, 1999
