Today, Raja for Illinois released its third television ad, “29.” In the new spot, Raja speaks directly to the pain many Illinoisans are feeling as a result of Donald Trump’s cuts to healthcare and food assistance programs for working families – all to give tax breaks to the ultra-wealthy. In the ad, Raja reiterates his commitment to fighting back and holding Trump accountable, highlighting his accountability plan he released earlier this month. […]
Earlier this summer, Raja for Illinois blanketed Illinois airwaves with the first television ads of the cycle. The first spot, “Bullies, ” highlights Raja’s record of standing up to bullies like Donald Trump, and “Underdogs” tells the story of how Raja’s upbringing instilled in him a lifelong commitment to fighting for underdogs.
Momentum has only compounded – per a poll memo released last week, Raja now leads his opponents by twenty points.
Raja’s record is clear: he will stand up and fight back any time Donald Trump hurts Illinois families. Earlier this month, Raja released his plan to rein in Donald Trump’s abuse of power, restore checks and balances, and ensure that no future administration can repeat such abuses.
* The spot…
Transcript…
Krishnamoorthi: That American Dream is slipping out of the grasp of millions of people.
Trump has unleashed a huge set of tax cuts for the wealthiest funded by cuts to the social safety net.
Anger and fear are natural, I feel those emotions as well – but we gotta channel it into action.
I want an Illinois where everyone has a chance to succeed, regardless of the color of their skin or the number of letters in their name. There are 29 in mine.
I’m Raja Krishnamoorthi and I approve this message.
* US Senate candidates Juliana Stratton and Raja Krishnamoorthi joined the governor at his press conference denouncing President Trump’s call to send federal troops to Chicago…
A Rockford native is running for the U.S. House of Representatives in Illinois’ 17th Congressional District.
Montez Soliz announced his candidacy earlier this year. In a press release, he called the race a turning point for a generation ready to lead, ready to act, and ready to build a future we all deserve.”
Democrat Eric Sorensen currently represents the district. Soliz is running as a Democrat, so the two will be on the ballot in the 2026 midterm primaries. […]
Actions he plans to push for are increasing the federal minimum wage to $20, Medicare for All, federally protected abortion rights, investments in small towns, cities and farming communities, along with several others.
U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen made an appearance at the founder’s suite on the campus of Illinois State University on Monday.
Sorensen, a Democrat who represents the 17th District, voiced his support on behalf of the AFSCME Council 31 over disputes on the social benefits cuts in the “Big, Beautifull Bill” that would impact Medicaid, SNAP and other programs.
“There are too many people at stake, too, that we’re talking about, 100,000 people in our district that are going to lose their health care,” he said. “We’re talking about SNAP benefits that are going to go away when the price of groceries at the grocery store keeps going up.” […]
Because Congress is not back in session until September, Sorensen said that he is looking forward to potentially finding a bipartisan solution with U.S. Rep. Darren Lahood, a Dunlap Republican.
A business owner, adjunct professor and former police sergeant is running on the Democrats’ 2026 ticket to win the 16th Congressional District from U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood.
“I’m not running to be a partisan warrior — I’m applying for the job to listen, to serve, to lead with integrity, and to truly represent all of the citizens of District 16. To do the job our current representative is failing to do,” Joe Albright said in his campaign announcement.
Albright, a Bradley University alumnus and Peoria resident, said he intends to fight to restore funding for schools, small business development, public health and veteran services and support “smart trade and immigration policies that help our economy and won’t alienate our allies.” […]
He is the co-founder of Spend Right Consulting in Peoria, which helps businesses optimize supply chain operations, and previously worked at Caterpillar and as a police sergeant for the Bradley University Police Department. Albright currently serves as an adjunct professor, teaching economics, accounting, finance, and statistics at Bradley University and Indiana University East.
* 8th Congressional District candidate Junaid Ahmed’s statement on Trump’s threats to send the National Guard to Illinois…
“Donald Trump’s threat to send the National Guard into Chicago is a desperate move from a wannabe dictator who is looking to threaten his political foes,” said Junaid Ahmed. “Chicago is not a war zone, and our communities don’t need to be occupied by federal troops — they need investments in good schools, affordable housing, mental health care, and good-paying jobs.
“Chicago has made real progress in reducing crime, and that progress is happening because of local leadership and community-based solutions — not because of authoritarian threats from Washington. The people of Illinois deserve leaders who will stand up to fearmongering and defend our democratic values. As your representative, I will fight to keep our communities safe the right way — by investing in people, not militarizing our neighborhoods.”
The ad is good. It’s mostly a name ID push. He doesn’t come across as authentic to me as opposed to Juliana who oozes authenticity, which I think matters especially in a senate race IMO.
Very good to see “Smiley” LaHood catch a real opponent. The vote for BBB was BS. LaHood failed to gain a carve out for endangered hospitals in his own district — maybe the name should be Dopey.
- Leo from Dolton - Tuesday, Aug 26, 25 @ 11:22 am:
I liked the Raja ad, but thought the 29 letters thing was awkwardly inserted. It was not his best, but it was good. Juliana on Twitter–if I’m Raja, I’m happy as a clam because she is only talking to people who follow her. It’s like knocking on doors on your home turf street. Raja is knocking statewide. Robin is just a spoiler at this stage.
- Pot calling kettle - Tuesday, Aug 26, 25 @ 11:43 am:
The Pantagraph article is out-of-date. On Thursday, August 21, at the Woodford Co Dems annual dinner, Joe Albright annouced he was stepping out of the race and he endorsed Paul Nolley. He subsequently changed his Facebook page to “Joe Albright for Paul Nolley.” (Albright’s campaign web site has not yet been updated.)
- Shytown - Tuesday, Aug 26, 25 @ 9:52 am:
The ad is good. It’s mostly a name ID push. He doesn’t come across as authentic to me as opposed to Juliana who oozes authenticity, which I think matters especially in a senate race IMO.
- Flyin' Elvis'-Utah Chapter - Tuesday, Aug 26, 25 @ 9:56 am:
I’ll say one thing for Just Call Me Raja, he ain’t afraid to buy some advertising.
- hisgirlfriday - Tuesday, Aug 26, 25 @ 10:33 am:
Have Raja or Stratton or Kelly said if they would back Schumer staying on as Senate Majority Leader?
I have seen Senate candidates in Maine and Michigan announce they would not back Schumer staying on as leader.
As an undecided Dem primary voter, I may cast my vote for the one who comes out the strongest against Schumer’s weak, out-of-touch leadership
I really can’t tell how any of them would be that different on the issues
- Annon'in - Tuesday, Aug 26, 25 @ 10:34 am:
Very good to see “Smiley” LaHood catch a real opponent. The vote for BBB was BS. LaHood failed to gain a carve out for endangered hospitals in his own district — maybe the name should be Dopey.
- Leo from Dolton - Tuesday, Aug 26, 25 @ 11:22 am:
I liked the Raja ad, but thought the 29 letters thing was awkwardly inserted. It was not his best, but it was good. Juliana on Twitter–if I’m Raja, I’m happy as a clam because she is only talking to people who follow her. It’s like knocking on doors on your home turf street. Raja is knocking statewide. Robin is just a spoiler at this stage.
- Pot calling kettle - Tuesday, Aug 26, 25 @ 11:43 am:
The Pantagraph article is out-of-date. On Thursday, August 21, at the Woodford Co Dems annual dinner, Joe Albright annouced he was stepping out of the race and he endorsed Paul Nolley. He subsequently changed his Facebook page to “Joe Albright for Paul Nolley.” (Albright’s campaign web site has not yet been updated.)