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Michael "Mike" Crawford

Michael "Mike" Crawford

Democratic · Illinois · 2026 · Incumbent

Running for Illinois House District 31, Illinois

Top priorities

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  • Legislation supporting students with disabilities
  • Protections for youth in the foster care system
  • Education funding and opportunity at all levels
Biography

Michael Crawford is a postsecondary educator and administrator who has worked at The Chicago School, City Colleges of Chicago and Northern Illinois University, per the Illinois General Assembly. He has represented the 31st District since January 2025.

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