Politics & Government

Senate Hopefuls Share Their Top 3 Issues for the State

Jobs, taxes and other financial troubles are discussed by Republican candidates as the main state-wide challenges to be dealt with if elected.

Republican candidates looking to represent the party in the race for  focused on employment and money when asked what they believe are the top three issues for the entire state.

 and Burr Ridge resident  offered their views during a candidate forum in Beverly Tuesday night. Later on in the night, the two spoke about .

Democrat candidate Bill Cunningham, and current 35th District State House Representative, is also vying for the 18thDistrict seat. He is running unopposed in the March 20 primary.

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