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Former Rauner spokesperson Demertzis joins House Republican staff

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* From a memo sent to House Republicans this morning…

August 14, 2017

Dear House Republican Member:

I’m pleased to announce that Eleni Demertzis will be joining House Republican staff as my new spokesperson effective Wednesday, August 16. She will be based out of our offices in Chicago.

Some of you may remember Eleni from when she was on House Republican communications staff in 2011 and 2012, but she most recently worked as a Press Secretary for Governor Rauner. Prior to her work in the administration, Eleni served as a Press Secretary for then-U.S. Senator Mark Kirk and as Communications Manager in the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Eleni’s professionalism and experience working with media from all corners of the state will be an asset to me and to the communications efforts for our entire caucus. I’m excited to have her on board.

Please join me in welcoming Eleni back to House Republican staff.

Sincerely,

Jim Durkin
House Republican Leader

That’s an interesting hire. Demertzis was a fierce Rauner defender who left on her own accord during the infamous staff purge.

posted by Rich Miller
Monday, Aug 14, 17 @ 9:35 am

Comments

The most confused person in the House Raunerite Caucus now?

It has to be Rep. Andersson…

Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Aug 14, 17 @ 9:41 am
Though I don’t know her personally, I can’t imagine it feels good to slide down the latter like this. Going from press secretary to a Senator, followed by a Governor, followed by a state legislator doesn’t seem like the ideal career path. From one staff member to another, I hope she gets back up. This is a merciless profession.

Comment by PJ Monday, Aug 14, 17 @ 10:03 am
Uh PJ she just landed on better than her feet. The Spox job for the Leader is a coveted job and certainly no step down.

Comment by hot chocolate Monday, Aug 14, 17 @ 10:19 am
Sharp, hardworking lady. Glad she landed on her feet somewhere.

Comment by Louis G. Atsaves Monday, Aug 14, 17 @ 10:27 am
Worked with Eleni at the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Louis is right - she’s smart, a pro and works hard. The House is lucky to have her.

Comment by CCSO Monday, Aug 14, 17 @ 11:41 am
Always professional and helpful when she was in Kirk’s office. Can’t imagine this helps relations with the new IPI staff in the Gov.’s office, though, when the people who left because of their presence are still in close proximity.

Comment by John Gregory (ex-IRN) Monday, Aug 14, 17 @ 11:43 am

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