Knox County Democrats Voter's Guide

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DEMOCRAT Knox County Democratic Headquarters P.O. Box 2, Galesburg, Illinois 61401

2016 VOTER’S

GUIDE TAMMY DUCKWORTH CHERI BUSTOS SUSANA

MENDOZA JOHN CURTIS BILL BUTTS DAVID HANSEN JIM HARRELL JOHN PEPMEYER LYLE JOHNSON DAVID AMOR JOHN HUNIGAN MICHAEL V. NELSON GEORGE KNAPP SARA VARNER TODD SHREVES HILLARY CLINTON TIM KAINE TAMMY DUCKWORTH CHERI BUSTOS SUSANA MENDOZA JOHN CURTIS BILL BUTTS DAVID HANSEN JIM HARRELL JOHN PEPMEYER LYLE JOHNSON DAVID AMOR JOHN HUNIGAN MICHAEL V. NELSON GEORGE KNAPP SARA VARNER TODD SHREVES HILLARY CLINTON TIM KAINE TAMMY DUCKWORTH CHERI BUSTOS SUSANA MENDOZA JOHN CURTIS BILL BUTTS DAVID HANSEN JIM HARRELL JOHN PEPMEYER LYLE JOHNSON DAVID AMOR JOHN HUNIGAN MICHAEL V. NELSON

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TAMMY DUCKWORTH, U.S. SENATE

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Economy Duckworth’s focus Tammy Duckworth is running to represent Illinois in the United States Senate. Following her career as a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Army, Tammy worked as an advocate for Veterans at both the state and federal level. Tammy was elected to the House of Representatives in 2012, where she has been an active voice for Illinois families.

Tammy was living in DeKalb, Illinois, working at Rotary International while pursuing a Ph.D. at Northern Illinois University, when her unit, headquartered in Peoria, was mobilized in 2003 for Operation Iraqi Freedom. On November 12, 2004 Tammy’s UH‐60 Black Hawk helicopter was hit by a rocket propelled grenade. She lost both legs and partial use of her right arm in the explosion. As a result of her injuries, Tammy was awarded the Purple Heart.

Following her injuries, Tammy became an advocate for Veterans. While serving as Director of the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs in Springfield, she implemented many first in the nation programs to alleviate suffering from Post Traumatic Stress, improve traumatic brain injury

screening and reduce homelessness among Veterans. She declined a military medical retirement and continued to drill as a Lieutenant Colonel in Springfield with the Illinois Army National Guard.

In 2009, President Obama nominated Tammy to be an Assistant Secretary at the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. There, she headed the department’s effort to end Veteran homelessness and was a leader in initiatives for female Veterans. She also implemented innovative efforts such as creating the Office of Social Media and Online Communications and the Office for Tribal Government Relations.

In Congress, Tammy is focused on growing our economy by advocating for small businesses, investing in infrastructure, improving the lives of our Veterans and cutting government waste and fraud. Tammy serves on the House Armed Services and House Oversight and Government Reform Committees.

Tammy, her husband Bryan, a Major in the U.S. Army, and their daughter Abigail live in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

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CHERI BUSTOS, 17TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

Cheri Bustos seeking re-election

Congresswoman represents 17th Congressional District in bid for re-election At a time when career politicians continue the same old politics and the same old ways, all at the expense of the middle class, Cheri Bustos has decided to take a different approach. Since taking office, Cheri has been a strong, independent voice for Illinois’ middle class, and has worked across the aisle to create jobs, protect Social Security and Medicare, stand up for our veterans and get our economy working for all families.

Cheri was born in Springfield in a home with a lot of love, learning from her parents at an early age the importance of hard work, community and helping others. She attended Illinois College in Jacksonville, where she was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame for basketball and volleyball.

She later earned her Master’s Degree in journalism from the University of Illinois at Springfield.

She moved to the Quad-Cities more than 25 years ago to pursue a career in journalism, reporting on crime, city government, healthcare and other important community issues. Cheri isn’t afraid of taking on the tough issues and was honored over the years with several awards for her in-depth, investigative reporting.

While working as a new reporter covering the cop beat, Cheri met and fell in love with Gerry Bustos, her husband. He is now a captain with the Rock Island County Sheriff ’s Office and Com-

mander of the Quad-City Bomb Squad. They have three sons, Nick, Joey, and Tony, who with his wife Amanda, have made Cheri and Gerry the proud grandparents of Keiton and Briley.

Cheri eventually left journalism to work for a non-profit health system, where she fought to improve access to care for area families and help the disadvantaged navigate the health care system.

Cheri has long been active in her community, and served as President of the Board of Directors of the Women’s Connection, one of Illinois’ largest women’s membership organizations. She is a past volunteer with Big Brothers/Big Sisters-Quad-Cities; Junior Achievement of the Heartland in the Quad-Cities; Two Rivers YMCA in Moline; and

United Way of the Quad-Cities Area, where she served on the Community Investment Committee.

Before being elected to Congress, Cheri also served as an Alderwoman on the City Council in East Moline. Her top priority then was as it remains today-- economic development – and led to her founding and chairing the East Moline Downtown Revitalization Committee.

Cheri Bustos was honored to be elected by the voters of Illinois 17th Congressional District in 2012 and considers it a privilege to represent the people of Northwest and Central Illinois each and every day.

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Pictured from the left: Susana Mendoza, Cheri Bustos, Tammy Duckworth and Hillery Clinton. The group poses for a photo during a recent event for Clinton

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Schools, healthcare top priority for Mendoza Susana Mendoza for Comptroller; she will “stand up to the Governor or anyone who tries to take away the opportunity for people to provide for their families”. Susana Mendoza was the first woman ever elected Chicago City Clerk; as City Clerk, Susana voluntarily reduced her budget, cut overtime spending by 70% and personnel payrolls by 10%. Susana is a tech-savvy fiscal watchdog who has successfully rotted out waste in government and made it more transparent.

Susana believes that Springfield politicians shouldn’t get paid when they aren’t doing their jobs. As Comptroller, Susana will prioritize payments to schools and health care providers over paychecks to politicians. Fiercely independent, Susana has stood up to leaders of

both parties, including as a lead sponsor of HB 1650, creating the panel to impeach former Governor Blagojevich.

Susana is a happily married mom and an independent experienced public servant. She knows firsthand how important it is to protect the economic rights of working families.

Vote for Susana Mendoza for a strong fighter for Illinois Comptroller, on November 8th.

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JOHN CURTIS, STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Pictured from the left: Susana Mendoza, Cheri Bustos, Tammy Duckworth and Hillery Clinton. The group poses for a photo during a recent event for Clinton

BILL BUTTS, STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Curtis seeking first Bill Butts wants term in the 93rd 74th district nod

John Curtis is the Democratic candidate for the 93rd District of Illinois. He is a first-time candidate who is running because he believes that Illinois state government needs new leadership and needs to better serve the people of Illinois.

John has been an educator at the junior high, high school, and university levels and has managed a farm and small business providing quality, healthy food to about 150 people for almost 20 years.

John served with the United States State Department as a Peace Corps Volunteer for 2.5 years and was a board member and president of the Illinois Stewardship Alliance, both of which contributed to his strong belief in the importance of family farms and small business entrepreneurship to help communities create jobs. Whenever he sees a problem, John wants to be part of the solution.

One thing that John values most is the ability to move beyond party lines to get things done. His priorities reflect this: he is a strong supporter of education funding, creating and keeping good-paying

jobs and shaping the state into one that pays its bills on time while planning for the future. John supports a government that protects the personal freedoms of all citizens while maintaining the basic government services that the people in the 93rd district rely on.

After meeting with many residents, John believes that all of these goals are possible for Illinois with strong leadership and a willingness to work.

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Bill Butts has been a life-long resident of Galesburg, where he has practiced law since 1979. Bill is committed to the Central Illinois region and has served local communities in many capacities. He is a member of the Knox County Bar Association and has served as chairman of the Galesburg Election Commission. He was voted “Best Lawyer” in The Zephyr’s “Best of the Burg” survey in 2006.

He was a member and parliamentarian of the Knox County Board and is a past trustee of the Galesburg Sanitary District. His many community involvements have included: chairman of the Western Illinois Chapter, American Red Cross; chairman of the Knox County Chapter, American Cancer Society; president of Prairieland Hospice Foundation; chairman of Friends of Knox County Nursing Home; president, Corpus Chris-

ti Parish Board; and treasurer, Knox-Galesburg Symphony Society. Bill is the father of five children and five grandchildren. Bill Butts clearly demonstrates the honesty, dedication and experience we need in Springfield to help our State of Illinois recover. Please vote for Bill Butts for Illinois General Assembly District 74.

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DAVID HANSEN, NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JUDGE

Public Defender running for Judge David M. Hansen of Galesburg is running for Circuit Judge in the Ninth Judicial Circuit to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge James B. Stewart.

The Ninth Judicial Circuit includes the counties of Knox, Fulton, Hancock, Henderson, McDonough and Warren.

David is the Chief Public Defender of Knox County, a position to which he was appointed by the unanimous vote of the Circuit Judges of the Ninth Circuit. He formerly served as a felony prosecutor in the Knox County State’s Attorney’s Office. As part of his duties as a Knox County Assistant State’s Attorney, David also represent-

ed Knox County in the Appellate Court for the Third Appellate District, preparing briefs and arguing before the Court.

Prior to his work in the criminal justice system of Knox County, David was an Associate in a civil litigation firm, representing clients in jury trials, bench trials, arbitration hearings and mediation in State and Federal court. David graduated from The Ohio State University and John Marshall Law School. He is a member of the Knox County Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association.

As a candidate for judge, David was “Recommended” in the independent nonpartisan poll of attorneys conducted by the Illinois State Bar Association.

As a United States Marine, David served in the Iraq War as a non-commissioned officer and squad leader in a military police platoon in 2003. His squad provided security for coalition forces in Iraq in coordination with military

forces from other countries. He served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve from 1997 to 2004. David is a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion.

David and his wife, Jardelyne, live in Galesburg with their three children, Grace, Jim, and Anne. David volunteers as a soccer coach at the YMCA. He and his family attend Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.

“We are blessed to come from hard-working families who taught us the value of working hard, playing by the rules, and treating everyone with respect. I know the people of the Ninth Circuit share these values and I would bring those same values to work with me day in and day out. I will be fair but firm and work my hardest each day to keep the Ninth Circuit safe for you and your family.”

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JIM HARRELL, NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT FULL CIRCUIT JUDGE

Harrell seeking to replace vacant seat Jim Harrell is running for the position of full circuit judge of the Ninth Judicial Circuit to fill the vacancy of Judge Steven Bordner. The Ninth Judicial Circuit cover Knox, Warren, Henderson, Fulton, McDonough and Hancock County.

Harrell graduated from Illinois College in Jacksonville, Illinois with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He attended Law School at Southern Illinois University School of Law in Carbondale, Illinois where he received his Law Degree.

He has served as an intern in the Illinois Senate. He has also served as an intern in Federal District Court in the Central District of Illinois.

Harrell began his legal career in Knox County where he was appointed to fill the vacancy of Knox County Public Defender. Over the next 25 years, he handled numerous Death Penalty and homicide cases, as well as hundreds of fel-

ony and misdemeanor cases that went to trial. The position also involved interaction with dozens of county board members and elected officials.

He worked extensively one on one with past States Attorneys Ray Kimbell, and Paul Mangieri, as well as current States Attorney John Pepmeyer. Harrell has involved in litigation with law enforcement official from the Illinois State Police, ATF, FBI as well as numerous local law enforcement agencies.

After serving as the longest sitting Public Defender in the history of Knox County, Harrell stepped down from the position in 2014 to

open his own law practice. He is now practicing law full time with Harrell Law L.L.C. Harrell has in the past served as an instructor for the Illinois State Appellate Defender Office during their annual trial advocacy institutes held in Chicago, Illinois. Classes are held to assist young attorney from Chicago and downstate Illinois in developing trial skills. Most recently he has served in the position of Adjunct Professor at Carl Sandburg Community in the Criminal Justice Courses.

He and his wife Becky are the parents of three children and have been married 24 years.

Becky works for Galesburg C.U.S.D. 205 in Galesburg, Illinois. They reside in Rio, Illinois.

They attend the First Assembly of God Churches in Galesburg and Aledo.

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Three ways to vote

Knox County Polling Places

Early voting September 29, 2016 -November 7, 2016

Knox County outside the City of Galesburg Indian Point 1,2 Abingdon-Avon High School Weight Room, Abingdon Cedar 1 Abingdon Police Station, 105 N. Main St, Abingdon Cedar 2 Township Building, First & Front St, Abingdon Cedar 3 Club House, Lake Bracken, Galesburg Cedar 4 City Hall, Abingdon Galesburg Galesburg Twp. Hall, Monmouth Blvd & Rte 41 Henderson 1, 2 Town Hall, Henderson Rio Township Hall, Rio Chestnut Township Hall, Hermon Orange Township Building, 708 Fulton St, Delong Knox 1, 2, 3, 4 Knoxville High School – Jensen Gym, Knoxville Knox 5 Village Hall, East Galesburg Knox 6, 7 Township Hall, Carr Street, Knoxville Sparta Sparta Township Hall, Wataga Ontario City Building, 114 E. Holmes, Oneida Maquon New Village Hall, Maquon Haw Creek Township Building, Gilson Persifer Township Hall, US 150 & Dahinda Road Copley Township Hall, Copley Township Walnut Grove

Municipal Building, Altona Salem Community Center, Yates City Elba Township Hall, Elba Township Truro Williamsfield Fire Station, Williamsfield Victoria Victoria Village Hall, Victoria Lynn Lynn Township Hall, Lynn Township

Vote at Galesburg Election Office • Monday-Friday: 8am to 6pm • Saturday: 9am to Noon • Extended M-F hours: • November 1- November 7, 8am to 7pm • Sunday: November 6, 10am to 4pm Vote-by-Mail Submit application to Election Office by November 3, 2016 Vote-by-mail application available by calling City of Galesburg: 309-345-3660 or Knox County 309345-3815 Election Day: Tuesday, November 8th 6am to 7pm Vote at your precinct assigned polling place For official election or polling place information: City of Galesburg: 309-345-3660 www.ci.galesburgilus(OurGovernment/Election Office) Knox County 309-345-3815 www.knoxclerk.org

Additional voter info Absentee voting/vote by mail. You may vote absentee by mail or in person by making application in September or October. Voters do not need a reason or excuse to vote absentee Voter Registration Deadline: October 11, 2016 Are you a U.S. citizen who will be 18 years of age or older by November 8, 2016?

Register at https://ova.elections.il.gov/,DMVandElectionOffice October 12, 2016 – November 8, 2016 Grace Period registration only at Election Office

Tuesday, November 8 Polls open 6am to 7pm For official election or polling place information: City of Galesburg: 309/345-3660 www.ci.galesburgilus(OurGovernment/Election Office) Knox County: 309/345-3815 www.knoxclerk.org For information or a ride to the polls, call 309-335-6221

Polling Places in the City of Galesburg (by Precinct) Precinct 1 Grace Anglican Church, 151 E. Carl Sandburg Dr. Precinct 2 First Church of God , 1080 Harrison St .

Precinct 3 First Church of God , 1080 Harrison St .

Precinct 4 First Church of God , 1080 Harrison St .

Precinct 5 Knox Conuty Farm Bureau, 180 S. Soangetaha Precinct 6 Knox Conuty Farm Bureau, 180 S. Soangetaha Precinct 7 Knox County Farm Bureau, 180 S. Soangetaha Precinct 8 First Baptist Church, 169 S. Cherry St. Precinct 9 Faith United Methodist Church, Day & Knox St. Precinct 10 Faith United Methodist Church, Day & Knox St. Precinct 11 First Church of Nazarene, 1501 Webster St Precinct 12 First Church of Nazarene, 1501 Webster St Precinct 12-1 First Church of Nazarene, 1501 Webster St Precinct 13 First Baptist Church, 169 S. Cherry St. Precinct 14 First Baptist Church, 169 S. Cherry St. Precinct 15 Bethel Baptist Church, 1196 N. Academy St. Precinct 16 First Presbyterian Church, 101 N. Prairie St Precinct 17 Bethel Baptist Church, 1196 N. Academy St. Precinct 18 First Presbyterian Church, 101 N. Prairie St Precinct 19 Northwoods Community Church, 940 W. Fremont St. Precinct 20 Bethel Baptist Church, 1196 N. Academy St. Precinct 21 Northwoods Community Church, 940 W. Fremont St. Precinct 22 Northwoods Community Church, 940 W. Fremont St. Precinct 23 Grace Anglican Church, 151 E. Carl Sandburg Dr. Precinct 24 Grace Anglican Church, 151 E. Carl Sandburg Dr. Precinct 25 Bethel Baptist Church, 1196 N. Academy St. Precinct 26 Grace Anglican Church, 151 E. Carl Sandburg Dr.

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JOHN PEPMEYER, KNOX COUNTY STATE’S ATTORNEY

Pepmeyer running for re-election John T. Pepmeyer is running for reelection as State’s Attorney; he is a lifelong resident of Knox County. John graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University and from John Marshall Law School.

From 1976 through 1979 he was an Assistant State’s Attorney. He was in private practice with his brother, Thomas L. Pepmeyer, until he was appointed State’s Attorney in January 2007 and was elected State’s Attorney in 2008. He has a total of 40 years in practice of law, both criminal and civil, and has tried hundreds of cases. John has served

as president of Knox County Bar Association, president and board member of Galesburg Junior Hardball, past president

and board member of Soangetaha Country Club. He was a former Law instructor at Carl Sandburg College and Western Illinois University. He coached Galesburg Youth Baseball League as well as Future Silver Streaks baseball and basketball teams.

He is current Executive Board member of the Illinois State’s Attorneys Association.

As State’s Attorney in cooperation with local law enforcement, John has focused on harsh sentences and penalties for repeat offenders and especially those involved in trafficking, distribution

and sale of drugs. Convictions were obtained against the notorious ATM bandit and murderers: Nicholas Sheley, Marlon Brown, Kai Lefler, and Christopher Crooms.

He is married to Laura L. Pepmeyer and father of Lauren, Lindsay and John T. Pepmeyer Jr. “During my time as State’s Attorney, I have attempted to do justice at all times. I firmly believe there is no substitute for experience in this position. It is a true honor to serve the people of Knox County, and I would appreciate your support in November.”

MARK THOMAS, KNOX COUNTY CORONER

Thomas seeking fourth term Mark A. Thomas is seeking his fourth term as Knox County Coroner. He was born and raised in Galesburg. After attending Carl Sandburg College Mark earned his AAS from Southern Illinois University. In the spring of 2007 he earned his BA from Western Illinois University. Mark continues to improve on his knowledge by receiving training through St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO Medicolegal Death Investigator Class in April 2016. He has also become a Certified Medical Investigator through American College of Forensic Examiners Institute, and a Certified Medical Death Investigator through ABMDI (American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators). Mark and his wife, Tricia, live in Galesburg with their two sons, Andrew and Luke.

Prior to being elected in Nov. 2004 Mark worked as deputy coroner for 6 years alongside John Watson (Knox County Coroner, 19882004). Mark worked with John at Watson Funeral Home for 12 years, purchasing the funeral home in 2009.

Mark has continued the professionalism of the Coroner’s office. He has continued and improved upon the working relationship with the

local law enforcement officials. Mark continues to have quick response times to scenes and maintains a budget to operate the office in an appropriate manner. After being Coroner for 12 years and working in the office for 18 years, “It is definitely my honor and privilege to serve the citizens of Knox County in a sincere, compassionate, and knowledgeable way. I am dedicated to my job and to the people of Knox County and have become an experienced leader for the future of this County.”

On November 8, 2016 please vote for an experienced and dedicated professional. Re-elect Mark A. Thomas Knox County Coroner.

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Johnson THANK YOU FOR Lyle County Board District One YOUR SUPPORT Thank you, local unions, for your continued support!

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Retired Head Start Director, consultant and grant writer Lyle Johnson and his wife Gwen have lived in Galesburg since 1989 and have owned Seacord House Bed and Breakfast since 1985. He is a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, serving on the Church Council. He has 6 children, 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. First elected to the Knox County Board in 2006, his background in working with multimillion dollar budgets in a framework of various governments and their regulations has proven to be an asset. Lyle is running for reelection to the County Board, District 1. He currently serves on the Building, and Highway and Landfill committees.

Vote for Lyle Johnson for knowledge and experience for the Knox County Board.

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KNOX COUNTY BOARD

David Amor County Board District Two

John Hunigan County Board District Two

Michael V. Nelson

David Amor has been a Galesburg resident for 40 years.

He worked at Knox College, retiring in 2014, and has been active in many community organizations. At Knox, he taught sociology and journalism; he also served as director of college communications, alumni magazine editor, and director of corporate and foundation relations, securing millions of dollars in government and private grants for the college.

David has long been active in local progressive causes, including the Galesburg Equal Rights Coalition in the 1990s and the Knox County Peace and Justice Coalition in 2003. In 2016 he was a leading local volunteer for the Bernie Sanders campaign, which won Galesburg in the Illinois primary. He contributes to the Register-Mail’s Community Roundtable, providing a progressive perspective on local issues. An active supporter of the arts, David was twice president of Nova Singers, past president of Galesburg Community Chorus and board member of Prairie Players Civic Theatre. David Amor is running as a Democrat to represent Galesburg District Two on the Knox County Board.

John was born in Moline and currently lives in Galesburg. Currently, he serves on the Knox County Board for District 2 as well as being on bother the Building, Knox County Assessors, GIS, Knox County Nursing Home and County Recorder Committees. John has a degree in mathematics from Wichita State and worked in consumer service and operations management. His many community service activities include Chairperson of the Community Relations Commission and co-founder of Peacekeepers which addresses youth violence. As a strong proponent for labor, he has voted against salaried increases for elected officials, but believes prevailing wages is fair and the right way to pay contracted labor. Vote for fairness and consistency on the Knox County Board. Vote for John Hunigan.

Michael V. Nelson is running for election to the County Board, District 3. He is a lifelong resident of the Galesburg area.

Michael is retired with 40 years of service with Local 112 of the International Association of Iron Workers out of the Peoria district. He has been a very active union member: he was on the executive board of the union in Peoria, he was elected to the district council out of Chicago, and he served as a delegate to the International Iron Workers Convention.

Michael is a dedicated family man with two daughters and several grandchildren. Elect Michael V. Nelson to be THE voice for labor and working people in the county!

George Knapp County Board District Four

Sara Varner has been a Knox County resident for 25 years. She and her husband have raised five children here and love the community. As a real estate agent for Mel Foster Co. in Galesburg, she is very concerned with the economic vitality of the region. Sara worked for seven years in the Knox County Clerk’s office, where she became very familiar with the county’s finances and operations. Sara is running for the County Board from District Four.

She is committed to Knox County for the long term, as she plans to be a lifelong resident and see her future grandchildren grow up here.

Her experience will be extremely beneficial to the taxpayers of Knox County, and she will be an excellent representative for what taxpayers want and need. Please support Sara Varner for the County Board.

George Knapp is running for his fourth term on the Knox County Board from district 4. He has lived all his life in Knox County except for his service in the Air Force in the Philippines. He and his wife Kathy own the Hawthorne Center Craft Mall in Galesburg. He is a member of the Knox County Farm Bureau. Currently he is serving as co-chair of the Building Committee and is a representative to the Emergency Telephone System Board (9-1-1 Board), Nursing Home, Assessor, Zoning, GIS, and Recorder Committees.

George continuously pushed for the beautification of the courthouse, many repairs were made, and many more need to be implemented. Please vote for George Knapp, a man who will continually work for Knox County.

Sara Varner County Board District Four

County Board District Three

Todd Shreves County Board District Five Todd Shreves is running for election for the County Board from District 5. He was born in Orange County, California, before his family relocated to Abingdon, Illinois, when he was five. Todd graduated from Spoon River Valley High School. He is a proud parent of four children and seven grandchildren; three of his children reside in Knox County. Todd has been employed by the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 649 for 23 years as a heavy equipment operator. He now serves as an instructor for the union’s apprenticeship program in Bartonville Illinois. Todd will bring his hard-working values to the County Board for District 5. Please vote for Todd Shrives on November 8th.

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STRONGER TOGETHER

HILLARY CLINTON, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES

Clinton most qualified for President Hillary Clinton is the most qualified person ever to stand as a presidential candidate. Over a lifetime of public service, she has served as First Lady, Secretary of State and Senator from New York State. Since her college days, she has been a tireless champion for social justice, gender equity and racial equality. As First Lady, she led major initiatives for health care reform,

children’s health insurance and women’s rights.

As a senator, she spearheaded the economic revitalization of rural New York State, including rural broadband and innovative farm marketing initiatives. And she successfully pushed the Bush Administration for funds to rebuild New York City after the 9/11 tragedy. As Secretary of State, she was key in rebuilding trust and re-

spect in America around the globe; she brought together the key global governments whose sanctions brought Iran to the bargaining table over its nuclear program; and she helped move the nations of the world forward in addressing the challenge of climate change.

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TIM KAINE, VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES

Proven experience with Kaine Hillary’s running mate, Tim Kaine, also has an outstanding record of public service and commitment to social justice. Over a 20-year period, he has served the State of Virginia as Richmond City councilor and mayor, as Virginia’s lieutenant governor and governor, and as a U.S. Senator. As a young man just finishing his first year of law school in 1977, Tim spent a year in Honduras volunteering with Catholic missionaries, helping poor teenage boys learn valuable technical and mechanical skills. His experiences there cemented

a commitment to social justice from which he has never wavered. As governor, he fostered economic development while strengthening education at all levels. After the Virginia Tech shooting, he took quick and forceful action to close gun sale loopholes. As a senator, he has a strong record of finding ways to work with Republicans across the aisle without compromising key Democratic values. He is fluent in Espanol. Tim and his wife, Anne, have three children, including a son currently serving in the U.S. Marine Corps overseas.

VOTE CLINTON, KAINE