The Editorial Board – Page 4

October 15, 2026 at 8:58 a.m.

We advise readers to split their tickets: Our endorsements for the MWRD board go to Precious Brady-Davis, Eira Corral Sepúlveda and Jill Shestokas.

October 14, 2026 at 6:05 a.m.

Scott Doody is a reasonable Republican, a former radio host and supports school choice and opposes a millionaire tax.

October 14, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Kevin Schmidt has the advantage of legislative experience and a clearly articulated commitment to fiscal restraint.

October 14, 2026 at 5:55 a.m.

We admire Jimmy Ford's authenticity and think he could be a breath of fresh air for this district.

October 14, 2026 at 5:50 a.m.

Amy Elik has earned our enthusiastic endorsements in the past. We appreciate her commitment to financial accountability.

October 14, 2026 at 5:45 a.m.

Brandun Schweizer has been a principled, service-oriented state lawmaker. We appreciate his sensible approach to criminal justice.

October 14, 2026 at 5:40 a.m.

Rep. Chris Miller is certainly a staunch fiscal conservative. We hope the presence of a challenger serves as a tempering influence for Miller.

October 14, 2026 at 5:35 a.m.

Republican Nona Parker is a Joliet-based pastor running on an anti-tax hike platform.

October 14, 2026 at 8:29 a.m.

The race for disgraced former state Rep. Harry Benton’s 97th District seat is one of the most closely watched races in the 2026 election.

October 14, 2026 at 5:25 a.m.

In spite of our misgivings about Dagmara "Dee" Avelar’s fiscal policy instincts, she is the more viable candidate.

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