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November 3, 2026 Illinois General Election

Candidates for State Representative District 52, Illinois

Martin McLaughlin - R

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Maria I. Peterson - D

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Martin McLaughlin

Maria I. Peterson

Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Educational Background

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Achievements If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

On Entering Public Service

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Housing & Communities

Affordable Housing / Rentals & Supports

Clean and Livable Environment

Health & Medical

Healthcare

Universal Medical Care & Insurance

Women's Health & Reproduction

Mental Health

Pharmaceutical Companies

Vaccinations & Immunizations

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigration Policy & Reform

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Government & Democracy

Government Corruption and Ethics

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Small Businesses

Infrastructure

Affordability Crisis

Crime, Police & Imprisonment

Police Reform

Domestic Violence

Labor, Wages & Unions

Labor

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

Climate Change & Global Warming

Natural Disasters

Abortion, Pro-Life & Genetic Engineering

Pro-Choice (Abortion) or Pro-Life

Planned Parenthood & Family Planning

Out-of-State Abortions

Courts, Laws & Justice

Criminal Justice System, Reform & Disparity

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

LGBTQ+

Persons with Disabilities

Values, Religion, Family, Patriotism & Public Service

Planned Parenthood & Family Planning

Child Care

Gun & Property Rights

Gun Violence & Homicide

Energy

Renewable Energy & Fossil Fuels

Infrastructure & Transportation

Infrastructure

Taxes

Sex & Sexuality

LGBTQ+