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Patrick Hanley

Democratic · Illinois · 2026

Running for Illinois Senate District 9, Illinois

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Public safety and school funding
  • Lowering healthcare and housing costs
  • Clean energy jobs and the green energy transition
Biography

Patrick Hanley is the Democratic candidate for Illinois Senate District 9 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the State Board of Elections' certified candidate list. Hanley is a community organizer and small business owner who describes himself as a dad and environmental advocate, per his campaign site. He was born in Evanston, raised in Northbrook and now lives in Winnetka. He is running against Republican nominee Tom Lally for the open 9th District seat.

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