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Exclusive: Stratton Talks Trump, Filibuster, the Far-Left as Early Voting Begins

Stratton says voters are focused on affordability, healthcare and voting rights as she seeks to succeed Sen. Dick Durbin.

  • Early voting began Thursday in most Illinois jurisdictions as Gov. Juliana Stratton campaigns to replace Sen. Dick Durbin, with Republican opponent Don Tracy challenging her for the seat.
  • Stratton said she is focused on serving all Illinoisans, addressing affordability, healthcare, and national debt while aiming to move past partisan politics.
  • Addressing concerns about corruption, Stratton promised to counter President Donald Trump's policies, noting the president has made about $2 billion since taking office in this second term.
  • Stratton agreed to a televised debate on Chicago's WTTW Channel on Oct. 20 following criticism over avoiding debates. Chicago will begin early in-person voting on Oct. 1.
  • Regarding the Senate, Stratton emphasized her opposition to the filibuster, arguing it has stalled critical progress while maintaining voters are primarily concerned with economic affordability.
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Exclusive: Stratton talks Trump, filibuster, the far-left as early voting begins

(The Center Square) – With early voting in Illinois underway in most jurisdictions, Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton – the Democrat hopeful to replace Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., in Congress – sat down with The Center Square to discuss politics, policies…

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WirePoints Illinois Financial News broke the news in Wilmette, United States on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
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