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Chris Balkema

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Chris Balkema
Candidate for State Senate
REP
Biography
Chris Balkema (Republican Party) is a member of the Illinois State Senate, representing District 53, having assumed office on January 8, 2025. He earned a bachelor's degree from Taylor University and a graduate degree from Bradley University, with career experience in business management and serving as the Grundy County board chairman.
Top Priorities
  • Property tax reductions
  • Electricity price reductions
  • Reduce unnecessary government spending
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