Suzanne Branding, Lake Zurich mayor elect
So what's your new mayor like? The Daily Herald asked our new mayors and village presidents a few 'get to know you' questions Wednesday, the day after voters chose them to lead their communities.
Suzanne Branding, Lake Zurich mayor elect
Q. Who is your political role model?
A: I don't think I actually have a political role model, but there's certain things that I see about different people that I really like. I really admire the way Barack Obama is able to get out and speak in front of people. He is such a fine public speaker. I really admire the way Hillary Clinton has grown in her political life and you can really see the way she's changed and grown.
Q. What is the first thing you want to change?
A: Probably one of the first things I would like to change is to get more information out on our Web site and change that a little bit. Have it become a little more transparent.
Q. What is your favorite movie?
A: One of my favorite movies is "Casablanca." I think that is a unique movie.
Q. How did you celebrate?
A: We were at the White Alps (restaurant in Lake Zurich) and we celebrated with our supporters and just had a really wonderful time in the moment. I thought to myself a lot in the evening how lucky we are to have a wonderful group of supporters.
Q. What's the last good book you read?
A: I think the last good book I read was "Devil in the White City."
Q. Cubs or Sox?
A: I suppose Cubs. I'm picking the team that my husband and son root for.