Asked to describe her two years in office as Illinois Comptroller, Susana Mendoza used the words “truth telling fiscal watchdog”. She was elected to fill out the remaining two-year term of the late Judy Baar-Topinka in 2016 and is now seeking a four year term in office.

Before serving as Comptroller, Mendoza spent time as a state legislator and Chicago City Clerk. She is being challenged by Republican Darlene Senger.