Your Representatives
Sue Walton, Democratic Committeeman
Retired teacher and resident of Palatine Township for 20 years; currently serves as Palatine Township Democratic Committeeman. Sue has been extensively recognized throughout the state for her volunteer work and advocacy for child welfare issues and open land initiatives. Her husband, children, and grandchildren all live in the area.
Dick Durbin, U.S. Senator
Senator Dick Durbin was elected by his fellow Democratic Senators in December, 2004 to the Senate's second highest ranking Democratic leadership post. He also serves on the U.S. Senate Appropriations Commitee.
Roland Burris, U.S. Senator
Roland Burris was appointed to the U.S. Senate in 2008 after Barack Obama was elected President.
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Melissa Bean, U.S. Representative, 8th District
Melissa Bean brings her 20-year business and entrepreneurial background combined with a deep commitment to her community as a wife and mother, to her candidacy for Congress in Illinois' Eighth District.