Frances Ann Hurley
Frances Ann Hurley in Criminal Justice from Saint Xavier University. Her professional experience includes being the former aide to Aldermans Ginger Rugai and Matthew O’Shea.
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“One way to tackle the affordability issue is to fight for property tax relief for more seniors and veterans. We need to make it easier for them to stay in their homes.”
(The Beverly Review — Candidate Interview) “When I'm out in the community, most people say they just want someone in there with some common sense who remembers where they came from and looks out for the community's best interest. That's who I am.”
(The Beverly Review — Candidate Interview)Christine McGovern
Christine McGovern McGovern advanced from the Republican primary on March 17, 2026 to qualify for the general election ballot in Illinois State Senate District 18.
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“Illinois needs strong legislatures who will have a plan to stop the massive exodus of residents and businesses. Illinois needs to stop this outrageous taxation on our residents in the areas of property, sales, gas, water, and Chicago's ridiculous bag tax.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2022)) “I always thought the Government was there to protect and have policies in place to promote the safety of its citizens. Who were the "geniuses" that came up with the concept of Police Reform and Defunding the Police?”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2022)) “As a former elected school council member of Annie Keller Gifted School, I have experience working together with parents and supporting the needs of our students. As a parent, I know the struggles of having our children taught propaganda in our schools.”
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