Murphysboro – With political races picking up at both the local and state levels, groups across the state are starting to make their endorsements, with Representative Mike Bost picking up the most recent one. Yesterday the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police announced their endorsement for Representative Bost. In a press release, FOP State Lodge President Chris Southwood stated that “Bost is a strong voice for the men and women in law enforcement and for the citizens of the 12th Congressional District.” Bost is running against St. Clair County State’s Attorney Brendan Kelly for the 12th congressional district.