The candidates below are on the Republican primary ballots in Wheatland Township, IL.
If more than one candidate is on the primary ballot, the one we support is below.
A big part of our mission is putting our best candidates forward - ones that not only embody our values, but also have a better chance of winning in the general election!
Ted Dabrowski
Ted Dabrowski for Illinois Governor!
The opportunity to mount a political opposition in Illinois has never been more ripe
No state in America has ever plunged from success to dysfunction, purely as a result of bad governance, as Illinois has.
The nation’s highest property taxes. Out-of-control crime. Endless political corruption. Overwhelming debts. The nation’s worst credit rating. Illinoisans are leaving the state in record numbers.
Illinois’ decline is so steep that everyday Illinoisans – including many disenfranchised minorities, Democrats and independents – are thirsting for real leadership and trust in government. They’re finally looking for a political alternative.
And that’s our opportunity.
Together, we can restore Illinois as one of the nation’s leading states for freedom, opportunity and economic growth.
Diane Harris
Diane Harris for Secretary of State
Issues
Our current Secretary of State does not believe in sharing info with other governmental offices and isn’t delivering on Fast Lane. Appointments? Absurd! Rural areas like Macon and Jackson are neglected, with no nearby facilities. Kiosks exist in just 15 spots, mostly urban, leaving most of Illinois behind. And voter records on 1980s systems risk hacks. Lastly, we must keep our drivers safe by educating them on the rules of the road whether new drivers or old. Reading the basics is key. We need better; we deserve better.
My plan delivers:
First, faster services: Walk in DMV Service for everyone. Review feasibility of Drive Up for the busy individuals and convenience for moms who have the kids! I’ll bring self-service kiosks to all areas not just 15 locations, but across Illinois’s 102 counties, in libraries for one stop business, grocery stores, and community centers, for quick renewals in minutes. Review the applications for LLC's to expedite the process for business owners.
Second, fairer access: mobile DMV units will reach downstate, from Cairo to Rockford, to serve all Illinoisans. Enforce internal controls focusing on policy and governance. As a union steward in Local 15, will review job descriptions to focus on productivity and help promote drive through services.
Third, modernize with innovative technology for all: a unified online portal will streamline services, maintaining cyber security keeping your data safe while focusing on smart rules of the roads to keep our families safe.
Gary Vician
I’m Gary Vician — husband, father, grandfather, lifelong resident, and the guy you’ll still see in the same pew every Sunday morning.
I’m running because I’m sick of watching good people get squeezed while Washington protects the big and the connected:
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Our seniors who built this district
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Our veterans who’ve already given enough
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Our students buried in debt
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Our family farmers being undercut
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Our small-business owners drowning in red tape
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Every hardworking family who just wants to feel safe again
Dedicated to Serving Illinois 14th District Every Single Day
I’ve always believed our lives and talents are gifts from God, and how we use them is our gift back to Him. That’s why I’ll fight every single day to cut taxes and job-killing regulations, fully fund our police and secure the border, defend our God-given rights and Second Amendment freedoms, bring good jobs home, stand up for our farmers/veterans/student, unleash Illinois energy, and impose real term limits on the D.C. crowd.
I’m not here for a career. I just want what you want: a safe, affordable, opportunity-filled 14th District where our kids and grandkids can build the same good life we’ve worked for — free from government overreach and with America put first again.
Learn more at my site https://www.vicianforcongress.com/
Gabby Shanahan
Gabby Shanahan for State Representative - 97th District
I'm Gabby Shanahan, and I’m running to bring integrity back to the office, so families like mine and yours can flourish.
My promise is simple: Lead with integrity. Deliver results. Politicians get rich while we struggle with rising prices and crushing property taxes. Haven’t you had enough? I’ll always be on your side.
My Plan is SIMPLE and HONEST:
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Lower prices and the cost of living
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Create REAL opportunities for our children
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Honest leadership that drives our community forward
As a graduate of Plainfield Central, I know this community, and that's why Marty and I chose to plant our roots here. But increased taxes and cost of living have me working multiple jobs to make ends meet. I see the resilience of this community and know firsthand the strength we all have to get through hard times.
My life has always been about service: at school, in non-profits, in the community, and as a mom. That’s who I am.
Jim Reilly
James "Jim" Reilly for Will County Sheriff
Jim's priorities as Sheriff:
Community Policing
Strengthening the connection between law enforcement and neighborhoods fostering trust and collaboration, ensuring that law enforcement is responsive to community needs.
Transparency & Accountability
Implementing modern practices for ethical policing guarantees that our actions are open to public scrutiny, reinforcing community confidence in law enforcement.
Supporting Law Enforcement
As Sheriff Jim will continue to support a hardworking men and women in Law Enforcement ensuring all the resident feel safe and secured in their community.
Opioid & Mental Health Initiatives
Expanding partnerships with treatment and crisis centers addresses the root causes of crime, promoting health and safety for individuals and families.
Safe Schools
Supporting school safety programs and youth outreach initiatives creates a secure environment for students, fostering a culture of safety and respect.
Raj Pillai
Raj Pillai for Will County Treasurer
My family and I came to this country with almost nothing but gratitude—gratitude for the opportunities, the freedom, and the chance to build a better life. That gratitude has turned into a lifetime of service and accountability.
After serving in the Navy, I carried that same commitment of making our country a better place into my civilian life by becoming a CPA to protect the public’s money and ensure financial accountability in government.
The same issues that drove me to run for Will County Treasurer in 2022 are still here today: wasteful spending, lack of accountability, and politicians who pass the buck instead of solving problems.
So I stepped up to fix a broken system, and am running for Will County Treasurer again.
To be entrusted with the taxpayers’ money is a massive responsibility. This isn’t a role for a political figure, it requires the professional accounting qualifications and experience that our current Treasurer does not possess.
I’ve served my country, my community, and my fellow veterans. Now I’m ready to serve every taxpayer in Will County with that same dedication. Please, vote for me for Will County Treasurer so I can get to work protecting your hard-earned tax dollars and building a government that you can trust again.
