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Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 Illinois General Election

Candidates for State Senator District 8, Illinois

Vince Romano - R

Ram Villivalam - D

►Websitewww.ramforsenate.com/

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Biographical

General Philosophy

Housing & Communities

Public Safety

Health & Medical

Healthcare

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigration Policy & Reform

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Crime, Police & Imprisonment

Crime & Prevention

Labor, Wages & Unions

Minimum Wage

Education & Schools

Education

Free College Tuition

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Tolerance

LGBTQ+

Women’s Rights

Taxes

Minorities

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Tolerance

Sex & Sexuality

LGBTQ+