Name: Connie Cain Position for which you are a candidate: Illinois Representative District 66   Why are you seeking this position? I am running because I think I can make a difference in Illinois. I am not a politician I am an accountant. My background as a CPA and expert on the Illinois pension system puts me in a unique position to help lead the legislature down a proper path toward fiscal wellness. I also understand what public service means. Until recently, I worked for the Illinois Department of Employment Security until I was told that my candidacy conflicted with [...]

Name: CHRIS KIOUS Position for which you are a candidate: Kane County Board District 23   Why are you seeking this position? I have the interest and the energy to devote to being a fully engaged and informed board member. I have the desire to work with fellow board members, staff, municipal partners and other cooperating agencies to create the best, healthiest Kane County possible. What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? Most importantly, I have completed what I consider to be a relatively successful 4-year term as the Commissioner for District 23 and [...]

Name: Karina Villa Position for which you are a candidate: Illinois Senate District 25   Why are you seeking this position? I am seeking re-election to the state senate because I believe there is more work to be done. We have accomplished so much in the last few years alone with passing several balanced budgets, reducing our $17 billion bill backlog from Governor Rauner's budget impasse all while increasing our funding towards education, making crucial investments in our infrastructure, and passing much needed ethics reform to address corruption that plagues our state. I was particularly proud of our efforts to [...]