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Kam Buckner

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Kam Buckner
Candidate for State House District 26
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Biography
Kam Buckner is a Democrat who has served as a State Representative for Illinois' 26th Legislative District since 2019. A native of Chicago's South Side, he is the son of a law enforcement officer and a public school teacher. He ran for Mayor of Chicago, advocating for a safer city, improved education, and economic opportunity.
Top Priorities
  • Safety and Justice
  • Education
  • Economic Opportunity & Recovery
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