Compare the Candidates
Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 Illinois General Election

Candidates for U.S. Congress 8th District, Illinois

Melissa Bean - D

►Websitewww.melissabeanforcongress.com

Jennifer Davis - R

►Websitewww.votejenniferdavis.com/

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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

Areas to Concentrate On

Housing & Communities

Public Safety

Health & Medical

Healthcare

Women's Health & Reproduction

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigration Policy & Reform

National Security

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Government & Democracy

Campaign Finance Reform

Government Accountability

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Small Businesses

Cryptocurrencies & Digital Assets

Labor, Wages & Unions

Worker Rights and Benefits

Education & Schools

Education

Environment & Climate Change

Climate Change & Global Warming

Values, Religion, Family, Patriotism & Public Service

American Values

Youth

Technology, Internet, Social Media, Science & Space

Safety of Technological Products