Forrest Claypool is an American politician and political operative. A former Democratic member of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, Claypool serves as president of the Chicago Transit Authority. In 2007–2008, Claypool served as a key member of Barack Obama campaign's media team, in his capacity as a longtime partner of David Axelrod.
An attorney, Claypool has lived in the Ravenswood neighborhood of Chicago for the past 15 years. He is twice married and has three children.
Read more about Forrest Claypool: Education and Early Career, Chicago Park District, Cook County Board, County Board President Election, County Assessor Election, Chicago Transit Authority
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