2022 Primary Election
Early voting for the June 28th Primary Election begins on May 19th. We hope and pray that Christian voters in Illinois will come out in droves to cast their ballots in support of pro-life, pro-family candidates. Prior to going to the polls, make sure you know where your candidates stand on issues important to people of faith by checking out IFI’s voting resources, which includes the Voter Guide.
Illinois Family Action is today announcing its list of “endorsed” candidates. At the top of the ticket is the Republican primary for U.S. Senate. We are delighted to endorse Kathy Salvi, a strong advocate for the sanctity of life, and a strong defender of religious liberty.
In November, the Republican nominee will face Democrat incumbent Tammy Duckworth. She must go. She has been a federal government employee for sixteen interminable years, and Illinois now ranks at the bottom of the barrel of states on virtually every measure. Duckworth is so extreme that she voted nay to the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act in 2019.
This legislative proposal would have required, in “the case of an attempted abortion that results in a child born alive, any health care practitioner present at the time the child is born alive shall exercise the same degree of professional skill, care, and diligence to preserve the life and health of the child as a reasonably diligent and conscientious health care practitioner would render to any other child born alive at the same gestational age.”
How can any reasonable person oppose medical care for babies who survive abortion?
A key race for the U.S. House of Representatives features businessman James Marter who is trying to break out of a crowded race in the 14th District and has been endorsed by former Congresswoman Michele Bachmann. Likewise, we are thrilled to endorse Illinois’ only Freedom Caucus member Mary Miller, who is running for the 15th District. It is important to note that Miller has secured the endorsement of former president Donald Trump, the National Rifle Association, Freedom Works, and Family Research Council Action to name a few.
Darren Bailey has received our hearty endorsement for the race of governor. Not once did he succumb to peer pressure, insults, or mockery, common tactics of the bipartisan combine, while serving in both the state house and senate. He has been a valiant voice for pro-life, pro-family issues. Bailey is a committed Christian who seeks to put Christ before and in everything he does. His faith is what makes him a conservative.
Bailey unabashedly believes in the sanctity of human life. He has steadily fought against the egregious, anti-life legislation in both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly, and IFA does not doubt that he will be the best advocate for pre-born human beings that the office of governor of Illinois has ever seen.
If you want a bold, commonsense nominee who shares our Christian pro-life, pro-family, small government principles, Darren Bailey is the clear choice. Bailey is a champion with a clear track record. Courageous. Bold. Determined. Honest. Trustworthy. Genuine. These words describe Darren Bailey.
In the Illinois House District 75, we are elated to endorse Jed Davis, a courageous man of faith and Christian school board member. Also noteworthy is former State Representative John Cabello‘s decision to run for the newly drawn 90th House District. Both of these candidates have proven to be bold pro-family voices on key family and social issues.
This primary election is critical for the direction of pro-family issues in Illinois. We support these candidates because they have articulated a personal commitment, or have a proven public-voting record on pro-family bedrock principles.
Please vote in the primary, and urge friends, neighbors, and family members to do likewise. We have been blessed with the privilege of self-government. Don’t squander it.
Illinois must get rid of lawmakers like Tammy Duckworth and JB Pritzker who heartily endorse human slaughter, the sexual integration of private spaces, and economic policies that gouge taxpayers and have resulted in a mass exodus from Illinois, which, in turn, further burdens the remaining Illinoisans.
We look forward to working with these candidates to advance pro-family policies once they are in office. Below is a comprehensive list of our picks:
Governor and Lt. Governor of Illinois:
Darren Bailey and Stephanie Trussell
Attorney General of Illinois
David Shestokas
Federal Races:
U.S. Senator – Kathy Salvi
U.S. House Dist. 1 – Republican Geno Young and Democrat Chris Butler
U.S. House Dist. 2 – Shane Cultra
U.S. House Dist. 5 – Malgorzata McGonigal
U.S. House Dist. 6 – Scott Kaspar
U.S. House Dist. 8 – Phillip Wood
U.S. House Dist. 11 – Mark Carroll
U.S. House Dist. 13 – Terry Martin
U.S. House Dist. 14 – Jim Marter
U.S. House Dist. 15 – Mary Miller
Illinois General Assembly Races:
State Senate Dist. 27 – Joshua Alvarado
State Senate Dist. 36 – Glen Evans
State Senate Dist. 37 – Win Stoller
State Senate Dist. 40 – Phillip Nagel
State Senate Dist. 43 – Diane Harris
State Senate Dist. 49 – Felicity Joy Solomon
State Rep. Dist. 36 – Robbie Katherine Segina
State Rep. Dist. 71 – Daniel Swanson
State Rep. Dist. 74 – Liandro Arellano
State Rep. Dist. 75 – Jed Davis
State Rep. Dist. 86 – Scott Greene
State Rep. Dist. 87 – William Hauter
State Rep. Dist. 90 – John Cabello
State Rep. Dist. 91 – James Fisher Cabel
State Rep. Dist. 93 – Travis Weaver
State Rep. Dist. 96 – Lisa Smith
State Rep. Dist. 105 – Dennis Tipsword
State Rep. Dist. 112 – Jennifer Korte
State Rep. Dist. 114 – Kevin Schmidt
State Rep. Dist. 116 – Gary Carter
State Rep. Dist. 117 – Patrick Windhorst
State Rep. Dist. 118 – Paul Jacobs
The following candidates fell short of earning an IFA endorsement in this election cycle, however, the board of directors have decided to recommend them to voters in these districts:
Recommend:
State Senate Dist. 35 – Dave Syverson
Note: We did not endorse uncontested candidates, therefore, this endorsement list will change for the November 8th General Election.
For more information, check out the IFI’s Voter Resources before you vote!
Please consider voting early to make sure that your ballot
isn’t cast for you by those who want to steal the election.
Early voting began on May 19th.
2020 General Election
The November 3rd election is less than 50 days away! Prior to going to the polls, make sure that you know where your candidates stand on the issues: religious liberty, the sanctity of life, the Green New Deal, gasoline tax, Medicaid abortion coverage and much more! For more information, please review the Illinois Family Institute’s Voting Resources before casting your ballot.
We don’t have to remind our readers how critically important it is to exercise your civic duty to vote and be good stewards of God’s amazing gift of self-government. We the people have the responsibility of selecting honest, wise and God-fearing people to represent us locally, in Springfield and in Washington D.C.
If you will be out of town, are disabled, or have a busy schedule, you may want to consider the “vote by mail” option. Upon request, your local county clerk will send any qualified registered voter a ballot by mail. There is simply no excuse for not voting in this election!
Illinois Family Action’s board members are pleased to endorse the following candidates for office in the 2020 General Election. Many of these endorsements reflect stark differences between candidates who hold pro-life and pro-family positions and those who do not.
Every election is critical for the direction of life, marriage, religious liberty and host of other family issues. We support these candidates because they have articulated personal commitment to pro-life and pro-marriage principles, or have a proven public voting record that demonstrates a commitment to these bedrock principles.
We encourage you to pray for each of these candidates, their families and campaigns. It is not an easy endeavor to run for public office.
Federal Races:
President of the U.S. — Donald J. Trump
U.S. Senate – Mark Curran
U.S. House Dist. 1 – Philanise White
U.S. House Dist. 2 – Theresa Raborn
U.S. House Dist. 3 – Mike Fricilone
U.S. House Dist. 6 – Jeanne Ives
U.S. House Dist. 9 – Sargis Sangari
U.S. House Dist. 11 – Rick Laib
U.S. House Dist. 12 – Mike Bost
U.S. House Dist. 13 – Rodney Davis
U.S. House Dist. 14 – Jim Oberweis
U.S. House Dist. 15 – Mary Miller
U.S. House Dist. 16 – Adam Kinzinger
U.S. House Dist. 17 – Esther Joy King
U.S. House Dist. 18 – Darin LaHood
Illinois State Senate:
State Senate Dist. 25 – Jeanette Ward
State Senate Dist. 31 – Chris Kasperski
State Senate Dist. 34 – Paul Hoffman
State Senate Dist. 37 – Win Stoller
State Senate Dist. 40 – Eric Wallace
State Senate Dist. 43 – Ben Bierly
State Senate Dist. 46 – Mary Burress
State Senate Dist. 49 – Thomas McCullagh
State Senate Dist. 55 – Darren Bailey
Illinois State House:
State Rep. Dist. 17 – Yesoe Yoon
State Rep. Dist. 35 – Herbert Hebein
State Rep. Dist. 37 – Tim Ozinga
State Rep. Dist. 38 – Max Solomon
State Rep. Dist. 42 – Amy Grant
State Rep. Dist. 48 – Peter Breen
State Rep. Dist. 49 – Laura Curtis
State Rep. Dist. 52 – Martin McLaughlin
State Rep. Dist. 54 – Thomas Morrison
State Rep. Dist. 65 – Dan Ugaste
State Rep. Dist. 64 – Tom Weber
State Rep. Dist. 66 – Dan Ugaste
State Rep. Dist. 68 – John Cabello
State Rep. Dist. 69 – Joe Sosnowski
State Rep. Dist. 71 – Tony McCombie
State Rep. Dist. 74 – Daniel Swanson
State Rep. Dist. 76 – Travis Breeden
State Rep. Dist. 88 – Keith Sommer
State Rep. Dist. 89 – Andrew Chesney
State Rep. Dist. 93 – Norine Hammond
State Rep. Dist. 95 – Avery Bourne
State Rep. Dist. 97 – Mark Batinick
State Rep. Dist. 102 – Brad Halbrook
State Rep. Dist. 107 – Blaine Wilhour
State Rep. Dist. 109 – Adam Niemerg
State Rep. Dist. 110 – Chris Miller
State Rep. Dist. 111 – Amy Elik
State Rep. Dist. 115 – Paul Jacobs
State Rep. Dist. 113 – David Friess****
The following candidates fell short of earning an IFA-pac endorsement in this election cycle, however, the board of directors have decided to recommend them to voters in these districts:
Recommend:
State Senate Dist. 10 – Anthony Beckman
State Rep. Dist. 19 – Jeff Muehlfelder
State Rep. Dist. 66 – Allen Skillicorn
State Rep. Dist. 73 – Ryan Spain
State Rep. Dist. 94 – Randy Frese
State Rep. Dist. 100 – C.D. Davidsmeyer
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2018 General Election
The November 6th election is just around the corner! Prior to going to the polls, make sure that you know where your candidates stand on the issues: taxpayer funding of abortion, transgender birth certificates, marijuana legalization, religious freedom and much more! For more information, please review the Illinois Family Institute’s Voter Guide before casting your ballot.
We don’t have to remind our readers how critically important it is to exercise your civic duty to vote and be good stewards of God’s amazing gift of self-government. We the people have the responsibility of selecting honest, wise and God-fearing people to represent us locally, in Springfield and in Washington D.C.
If you will be out of town, are disabled, or have a busy schedule, you may want to consider the “vote by mail” option. Upon request, your local county clerk will send any qualified registered voter a ballot by mail. There is simply no excuse for not voting in this election!
Illinois Family Action’s board members are pleased to endorse the following candidates for office in the 2018 General Election. Many of these endorsements reflect stark differences between candidates who hold pro-life and pro-family positions and those who do not.
Every election is critical for the direction of life, marriage, religious liberty and host of other family issues. We support these candidates because they have articulated personal commitment to pro-life and pro-marriage principles, or have a proven public voting record that demonstrates a commitment to these bedrock principles.
We encourage you to pray for each of these candidates, their families and campaigns. It is not an easy endeavor to run for public office.
Illinois Statewide Races:
Governor – Sam McCann (Rescinded)
Illinois State Senate:
State Senate Dist. 32 – Craig Wilcox
State Senate Dist. 45 – Brian Stewart
State Senate Dist. 48 – Seth McMillan
State Senate Dist. 54 – Jason Plummer
Illinois State House:
State Rep. Dist. 19 – Ammie Kessem
State Rep. Dist. 35 – Herbert Hebein
State Rep. Dist. 42 – Amy Grant
State Rep. Dist. 46 – Jay Kinzler
State Rep. Dist. 48 – Peter Breen
State Rep. Dist. 49 – Tonia Khouri
State Rep. Dist. 54 – Thomas Morrison
State Rep. Dist. 55 – Marilyn Smolenski
State Rep. Dist. 56 – Jillian Rose Bernas
State Rep. Dist. 62 – Ken Idstein
State Rep. Dist. 64 – Tom Weber
State Rep. Dist. 65 – Dan Ugaste
State Rep. Dist. 71 – Tony McCombie
State Rep. Dist. 72 – Glen Evans Sr.
State Rep. Dist. 86 – Rick Laib
State Rep. Dist. 88 – Keith Sommer
State Rep. Dist. 89 – Andrew Chesney
State Rep. Dist. 95 – Avery Bourne
State Rep. Dist. 97 – Mark Batinick
State Rep. Dist. 107 – Blaine Wilhour
State Rep. Dist. 109 – Darren Bailey
State Rep. Dist. 110 – Chris Miller
State Rep. Dist. 111 – Mike Babcock
State Rep. Dist. 112 – Dwight Kay
State Rep. Dist. 113 – Doug Jameson
Federal Races:
U.S. House Dist. 9 – John Elleson
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The following candidates fell short of earning an IFA-pac endorsement in this election cycle, however, the board of directors have decided to recommend them to voters in these districts:
Recommend:
State Rep. Dist. 51 – Helene Miller Walsh
State Rep. Dist. 116 – Jerry Costello
State Rep. Dist. 117 – Jason Wooland
State Rep. Dist. 118 – Natalie Phelps Finnie
State Rep. Dist. 89 – Andrew Chesney
Additional Thoughts
Most of our readers will agree that the Illinois Republican Party suffers from a number of problems, including these:
1.) Failure to act and speak with courage, conviction, and consistency on the dismissively called “social issues.”
2.) Failure even to recognize that the dismissively called “social issues” are critical issues. In fact, they are issues more critical to the welfare of its families, the state and country than, for example, tax rates and pension sanity. No country that fails to recognize the nature of marriage and family, the importance of religious liberty, the rights of children, or the dignity and worth of all human life can flourish.
Fortunately, there are yet men and women who are wise and courageous, recognizing and standing firm for truth even against bracing political winds. Wise and courageous men and women who defend the lives of those that others have decided are unworthy of life deserve our vigorous and vocal support. That is why we are pleased to endorse or recommend the candidates listed above.
Please make every effort to cast your ballot on or before November 6th to ensure that the best candidates are elected.
Lastly, it is important to point out that if conservatives fail to vote in any election, we enable the Progressive Left to take the reins of government, which means bigger government and less individual freedom. This is a dangerous proposition, as the Left seems to be moving steadily further out on the left-wing of the political spectrum, and now is openly embracing socialism.
We cannot remain silent and/or indifferent in the face of this destructive agenda.
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2018 Primary Election
There are several contested primary races for the Illinois General Assembly due in part to the number of retiring members of the General Assembly. Turnover in such a legislative body is welcomed, but not if the new candidates turn out to be influenced by Leftist ideology which puts them on the wrong side of legislation that impacts the family.
We strongly encourage you to vote in the March 20th primary election. Prior to going to the polls, make sure that you know where your candidates stand on life, marriage (defined by God), and religious freedom.
For that reason, Illinois Family Action is today announcing its list of “endorsed” and “recommended” candidates. The difference between endorsed candidates and recommended candidates is that the latter fall short of our endorsement but get a nod as the better candidate in the race.
The premier contest in Illinois this spring is in the Republican gubernatorial primary, where West Point graduate, mother of five and economic and social conservative Jeanne Ives takes on the incumbent governor who has signed too many Leftist inspired bills and failed to lead on the state budget. IFA enthusiastically endorses Jeanne Ives for Governor.
There are two U.S. House primary contests, and in one IFA endorses the incumbent, in the other, the challenger to the incumbent. In the 18th District IFA endorses Congressman Darin LaHood, whose voting record on pro-family issues continues to be solid. In the 16th District, IFA endorses businessman James Marter who is challenging an incumbent whose voting record that has repeatedly disappointed IFA supporters.
In the Illinois House of Representatives, Republican leader Jim Durkin, a 20 year incumbent of the 92nd District, is being challenged by long-time Republican activist Mickey Straub. who also happens to be the mayor of the Village of Burr Ridge. Leader Durkin has proven to be unreliable on key social issues, even voting to approve of transgender birth certificates. Staub on the other hand, has been involved in pro-life and pro-family meetings and has support other conservative candidates running for office.
In addition to Illinois House races, there is one Illinois State Senate race in which we endorse. In that race, the nod goes to Jason Plummer. Plummer is a businessman and former statewide candidate, Republican County Chairman and a solid advocate of pro-family issues. He is running in the 54th District, filling the vacancy left by self-term limited social and economic conservative Kyle McCarter.
This primary election is critical for the direction of life, marriage, and family issues in Illinois. We support these candidates because they have articulated personal commitment to pro-life and pro-marriage principles, or have a proven public-voting record that demonstrates a commitment to these bedrock principles.
We look forward to working with these candidates to advance pro-family policies once they are in office. Below is a comprehensive list of our picks:
Illinois Statewide Races:
Governor – Jeanne Ives
Illinois General Assembly Races:
State Senate Dist. 54 – Jason Plummer
State Rep. Dist. 42 – Amy Grant
State Rep. Dist. 46 – Jay Kinzler
State Rep. Dist. 49 – Tonia Khouri
State Rep. Dist. 56 – Ken Idstein
State Rep. Dist. 82 – Mickey Straub
State Rep. Dist. 89 – Andrew Chesney
State Rep. Dist. 93 – Joshua Griffith
State Rep. Dist. 100 – Jonas Petty
State Rep. Dist. 107 – Blaine Wilhour
State Rep. Dist. 108 – Don Moore
State Rep. Dist. 109 – Darren Bailey
State Rep. Dist. 110 – Chris Miller
State Rep. Dist. 111 – Mike Babcock
State Rep. Dist. 112 – Dwight Kay
State Rep. Dist. 115 – Paul Jacobs
State Rep. Dist. 118 – Samuel Stratemeyer
Federal Races:
U.S. House Dist. 16 – James Marter
U.S. House Dist. 18 – Darin LaHood
Additionally, the IFA board of directors have unanimously endorsed Craig Chinchilla for DuPage County Board.
The following candidates fell short of earning an IFA-pac endorsement in this election cycle, however, the board of directors have decided to recommend them to voters in these districts:
State Rep. Dist. 38 – Max Solomon
State Rep. Dist. 56 – Jillian Rose Bernas
State Rep. Dist. 101 – Dan Caulkins
For more information, please check out the Illinois Family Institute Voter Guide and/or the Illinois Family Action online voter guide at ILVoterGuide.org.
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2016 General Election
The November 8th General Election is just around the corner! Prior to going to the polls, make sure that you know where your candidates stand on life, natural marriage (one man/one woman), and religious freedom. Please take a moment to check out IFA’s online voter guide at: ILVoterGuide.com
As in every election cycle, we have the blessing of being part of something that’s extraordinary, which most of the world can only dream of doing. We get to participate in self-government by casting our vote for local, state and federal officials. While some people claim that this is a wonderful privilege, we submit to you that it is much more than a privilege. It’s an phenomenal responsibility and it’s a stewardship issue.
Illinois Family Action’s board members Dr. Barbara Bellar, Richard Hartian, Pastor John Kirkwood, Jan Klaas, Pastor Calvin Lindstrom, Pastor James Pittman, and Executive Director of IFA and IFA-pac David E. Smith are pleased to endorse the following candidates for office in the 2016 General Election. Many of these endorsements reflect differences between candidates who hold pro-life and pro-family positions and those who do not.
Every election is critical for the direction of life, marriage, religious liberty and host of other family issues. We support these candidates because they have articulated personal commitment to pro-life and pro-marriage principles, or have a proven public-voting record that demonstrates a commitment to these bedrock principles.
We encourage you to pray for each of these candidates, their families and campaigns. It is not an easy endeavor to run for public office.
Federal Races:
U.S. House Dist. 11 – Tonia Khouri
U.S. House Dist. 14 – Randy Hultgren
U.S. House Dist. 17 – Patrick Harlan
U.S. House Dist. 18 – Darin LaHood
Illinois General Assembly Races:
State Senate Dist. 22 – Tracy Smodilla
State Senate Dist. 26 – Dan McConchie
State Senate Dist. 31 – Michael Amrozowicz
State Senate Dist. 49 – Michelle Smith
State Rep. Dist. 35 – Victor Horne
State Rep. Dist. 42 – Jeanne Ives
State Rep. Dist. 44 – Katy Dolan Baumer
State Rep. Dist. 46 – Heidi Holan
State Rep. Dist. 48 – Peter Breen
State Rep. Dist. 61 – Sheri Jesiel
State Rep. Dist. 69 – Joe Sosnowski
State Rep. Dist. 74 – Daniel Swanson
State Rep. Dist. 76 – Jerry Long
State Rep. Dist. 84 – Mike Strick
State Rep. Dist. 94 – Randy Frese
State Rep. Dist. 95 – Avery Bourne
State Rep. Dist. 102 – Brad Halbrook
State Rep. Dist. 110 – Reggie Philipps
State Rep. Dist. 112 – Dwight Kay
State Rep. Dist. 115 – Terri Bryant
The following candidates fell short of earning an IFA-pac endorsement in this election cycle, however, the board of directors have decided to recommend them to voters in these districts:
State Rep. Dist. 63 – Steven Reick
State Rep. Dist. 66 – Allen Skillicorn
State Rep. Dist. 84 – Mike Strick
For more information, please check out the Illinois Family Institute Voter Guide and/or the Illinois Family Action online voter guide at ILVoterGuide.org.
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2016 Primary Election
We strongly encourage you to vote in the March 15th primary election. Prior to going to the polls, make sure that you know where your candidates stand on life, natural marriage (one man/one woman), and religious freedom. Please take a moment to check out IFA’s online voter guide at: ILVoterGuide.com
Illinois Family Action’s board members Dr. Barbara Bellar, Richard Hartian, Pastor John Kirkwood, Jan Klaas, Pastor Calvin Lindstrom, Pastor James Pittman, and Executive Director of IFA and IFA-pac David E. Smith are pleased to endorse the following candidates for office in the 2016 primary election. Many of these endorsements reflect differences between candidates who hold pro-life and pro-family positions and those who do not.
This primary election is critical for the direction of life, marriage, and family issues in Illinois. We support these candidates because they have articulated personal commitment to pro-life and pro-marriage principles, or have a proven public-voting record that demonstrates a commitment to these bedrock principles.
We look forward to working with these candidates to advance pro-family policies once they are in office.
Federal Races:
Presidential – Ted Cruz
U.S. Senate – James Marter
U.S. House Dist. 6 – Jay Kinzler
U.S. House Dist. 11 – Tonia Khouri, Herman White, and Nick Stella
U.S. House Dist. 13 – Ethan Vandersand
U.S. House Dist. 15 – Kyle McCarter
U.S. House Dist. 17 – Patrick Harlan
Illinois General Assembly Races:
State Senate Dist. 19 – Max Solomon
State Senate Dist. 26 – Dan McConchie
State Senate Dist. 50 – Sam McCann
State Senate Dist. 55 – Dale Righter
State Senate Dist. 58 – Sharee Langenstein
State Rep. Dist. 66 – Paul Serwatka and Daniel Wilbrandt
State Rep. Dist. 72 – Jordan Thoms
State Rep. Dist. 74 – Daniel Swanson
State Rep. Dist. 76 – Jerry Long
State Rep. Dist. 95 – Avery Bourne
State Rep. Dist. 102 – Brad Halbrook
State Rep. Dist. 109 – David Reis
State Rep. Dist. 110 – Reggie Philipps
For more information, please check out the Illinois Family Institute voter guide and/or the Illinois Family Action online voter guide at ILVoterGuide.org.
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November 2014 General Election
An asterisk (*) indicates a recommendation but not an endorsement
Federal Races:
Eric Wallace (R): 2nd Congressional District
Sharon Brannigan (R): 3rd Congressional District
Peter Roskam (R): 6th Congressional District
Larry Kaifesh (R): 8th Congressional District
Darlene Senger (R): 11th Congressional District
Mike Bost (R): 12th Congressional District
Rodney Davis (R): 13th Congressional District
*John Shimkus (R): 15th Congressional District
Bobby Schilling (R): 17th Congressional District
*Aaron Schock (R): 18th Congressional District
Illinois Statewide Races:
*Paul Schimpf, Attorney General
Illinois General Assembly Races:
Chris Nybo (R) 24th State Senate
Linda Little (R) 48th State Senate
Mark Calonder (R): 10th Representative District
Michael McAulliffe (R): 20th Representative District
*Victor C. Horne (R): 35th Representative District
Margo McDermed (R): 37th Representative District
*Ramiro Juarez (R): 44th Representative District
Heidi Holan (R): 46th Representative District
Keith Wheeler (R): 50th Representative District
*David McSweeney (R): 52nd Representative District
Tom Morrison (R): 54th Representative District
*Mark Neehof (R): 58th Representative District
*Sheri Jesiel (R): 61st Representative District
Rod Drobinski (R): 62nd Representative District
Jim Wozniak (R): 71st Representative District
John D. Anthony (R): 75th Representative District
Jerry Lee Long (R): 76th Representative District
Glenn Nixon (R): 79th Representative District
Krishna Bansal (R): 84th Representative District
Michael D. Unes (R): 91st Representative District
Sue Scherer (R): 96th Representative District
Mark Batinick (R): 97th Representative District
Yvonne Bolton (R): 98th Representative District
Adam Brown (R): 102nd Representative District
John Cavaletto (R): 107th Representative District
Dwight Kay (R): 112th Representative District
Melinda Hult (R): 113th Representative District
Terri Bryant (R): 115th Representative District
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November 2012 General Election
Vince Romano (R): Illinois State Representative, 16th District
Romano was born and raised in Skokie, and still resides there today. He was formerly active in sports, serving as head coach for the women’s rugby team at UIC. He has worked in his family’s real estate business, and is currently a full-time financial advisor. His opponent is rated a “4” (totally opposed to pro-life issues) by Illinois Citizens for Life.
Jeanne Ives (R): Illinois State Representative, 42nd District
Ives grew up in South Dakota and has been a resident of Illinois for 20 years. She graduated from the United States Military Academy and served overseas during the first Gulf War as an officer in the United States Army. She has been married for 23 years and has five children. She currently serves as an active member of the Wheaton City Council and works as a tax consultant helping individuals and small businesses.
Dennis Reboletti (R): Illinois State Representative, 45th District
Reboletti has served as State Representative for the 46th District since 2007. He previously served as Assistant Attorney General and Assistant State’s Attorney for the State of Illinois, and as Alderman in Elmhurst and Addison Township Trustee.
David McSweeney (R): Illinois State Representative, 52nd District
McSweeney grew up in the northern suburbs of Chicago, where he currently resides with his wife and two teenage daughters. He and his family are members of the Lutheran Church of the Atonement. While living in New York City, he and his wife tutored at-risk youth in Harlem. He has served as Palatine Township Trustee and as a member of the Finance Committee for former U.S. Senator Peter Fitzgerald. He has worked as an investment banker and is currently a financial consultant. His opponent is rated a “4” (totally opposed to pro-life issues) by Illinois Citizens for Life.
David Harris (R): Illinois State Representative, 53rd District
Harris was raised in Mount Prospect and has lived in Arlington Heights for the past 30 years. He attended St. Viator High School and is a member of Our Lady of the Wayside Parish. Harris served as State Representative in the late 1980s and early 1990s before being re-elected in 2010, and is a former member of the National Guard.
Tom Morrison (R): Illinois State Representative, 54th District
Morrison has served as State Representative for the 54th District since 2011. He was raised in Glenview and currently lives in Palatine with his wife Bethany and their two children. He is a former parochial school teacher and radio news reporter, and has operated a disaster cleanup and restoration company in Elk Grove.
Neil Anderson (R): Illinois State Representative, 72nd District
Anderson was born and raised in the Midwest. He attended college in Iowa and Nebraska. While studying for his chiropractic degree, he became a volunteer firefighter. He then decided to become a firefighter full-time, and obtained his paramedic license. In 2006, he joined the Moline Fire Department, where he is still serving today. He and his wife Brandi live in Moline with their two children. His opponent is rated a “3” (will not support most pro-life issues) by Illinois Citizens for Life.
John Bradley (D): Illinois State Representative, 117th District
Bradley has served as State Representative for the 117th District since 2003. He was born in Harrisburg and currently resides in Marion. He is an involved member of his community and has been active in several area organizations. He is married and has two children.
Brandon Phelps (D): Illinois State Representative, 118th District
Phelps has served as State Representative for the 118th District since 2003. He is a native of southern Illinois and a graduate of Eldorado High School and Eastern Illinois University.
Carole Pankau (R): Illinois State Senator, 23rd District
Pankau began her career as a public servant on the Keeneyville School Board. She subsequently served on the DuPage County Board from 1984 to 1992, and as State Representative from 1993 to 2004. She has served as State Senator for the 23rd District since 2005. She has been married for 43 years and has four children and 11 grandchildren. Her opponent is rated a “4” (totally opposed to pro-life issues) by Illinois Citizens for Life.
Dan Duffy (R): Illinois State Senator, 26th District
Duffy has served in the Illinois State Senate since 2009. He grew up on the south side of Chicago and graduated from Augustana College. He has served as chairman of the Lake and Cook County Area Action Council for Independent Businesses, and is co-owner of Effective Data, Inc. in Schaumburg. He currently resides in Lake Barrington with his wife Kris and their five children.
Bill Albracht (R): Illinois State Senator, 36th District
Albracht was born and raised in Rock Island, Illinois. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and is one of the most highly decorated veterans in the state of Illinois. He worked as a Special Agent in the United States Secret Service for more than 25 years. He currently lives in Moline and works as an independent security consultant. He and his wife Mary have 5 children and 7 grandchildren. His opponent is rated a “3” (will not support most pro-life issues) by Illinois Citizens for Life.
Garrett Peck (R): Illinois State Senator, 49th District
Peck was born in Oak Park, Illinois. He served in the United States Air Force, and attended William Rainey Harper College and Western Illinois University. He currently lives in Plainfield, where he serves as a Village Trustee.
John Bambanek (R): Illinois State Senator, 52nd District
Bambanek is a small business owner from Champaign, Illinois where he lives with his wife and three children. A leading expert in the field of information security, he owns Bambanek Consulting, a cybercrime and electronic fraud prevention firm. He has been a conservative activist and served in leadership roles in several political organizations pushing for fiscal responsibility, budget and pension reform, conservative social issues and ending corruption. His opponent is rated a “4” (totally opposed to pro-life issues) by Illinois Citizens for Life.
Bill Haine (D): Illinois State Senator, 56th District
Haine has served in the Illinois State Senate since 2002. He was born in Alton, IL. He and his wife Anna reside in Alton and have 7 children and 20 grandchildren. He is a graduate of St. Louis University School of Law, and served in the Vietnam War from 1967 to 1969. Prior to his election to the Illinois State Senate, he served as the Madison County State’s Attorney for over 10 years.
March 2012 Primary Election
David McSweeney (R): Illinois State Representative, 52nd District
Jeanne Ives (R): Illinois State Representative, 42nd District
Li Arellano (R): Illinois State Representative, 90th District
Carole Pankau (R): Illinois State Senator, 23rd District
John Bambanek (R): Illinois State Senator, 52nd District
November 2010 General Elections
Brian Doherty (R): Illinois State Senator, 10th District
Steve Rauschenberger (R): Illinois State Senator, 22nd District
Cedra Crenshaw (R): Illinois State Senator, 43rd District
Billie Roth (R): Illinois State Representative, 44th District
Dennis Reboletti (R): Illinois State Representative, 46th District
Tom Morrison (R): Illinois State Representative, 54th District
Dan Sugrue (R): Illinois State Representative, 59th District
Rita Mayfield (D): Illinois State Representative, 60th District
David Harris (R): Illinois State Representative, 66th District
Frank Mautino (D): Illinois State Representative, 76th District
Maripat Oliver (R): Illinois State Representative, 85th District
Darlene Senger (R): Illinois State Representative, 96th District
Daniel Beiser (D): Illinois State Representative, 111th District
John Bradley (D): Illinois State Representative, 117th District
Brandon Phelps (D): Illinois State Representative, 118th District
Spring 2010 Primary Elections
Mike Macellaio: Illinois House State Representative, 36th District
Paul Mitchell: Illinois House State Representative, 62nd District
Tom Morrison: Illinois House State Representative, 54th District
November 2008 General Elections
John Noverini: Judge, Kane County Circuit Court
Darlene Senger: Illinois House State Representative, 96th District
Ron Wait: Illinois House State Representative, 69th District
Terri Ann Wintermute: Illinois State Senator, 42nd District