Illinois Republican Party

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The Illinois Republican Party is the affiliate of the Republican Party (United States) in the state of Illinois. The party is headquartered in Springfield, Illinois, and its current chairperson is Don Tracy. The Illinois Republican Party is one of the two major political parties in Illinois, the other being the Illinois Democratic Party.

History

The Illinois Republican Party was founded in the 1850s, during the period of the American Civil War. The party played a significant role in the political landscape of Illinois, particularly with the election of Abraham Lincoln as the 16th President of the United States in 1860. Lincoln, a native of Illinois, is one of the most prominent figures associated with the Illinois Republican Party.

Organization

The Illinois Republican Party is organized at the state, county, and local levels. The state party is governed by the Illinois Republican State Central Committee, which is composed of members elected from each of the state's congressional districts. The party's activities include candidate recruitment, fundraising, and organizing grassroots efforts to support Republican candidates and policies.

Political Positions

The Illinois Republican Party generally supports conservative policies, including lower taxes, limited government, and free-market principles. The party also emphasizes the importance of individual liberties, a strong national defense, and traditional family values.

Notable Figures

Several notable political figures have been associated with the Illinois Republican Party, including:

• Abraham Lincoln - 16th President of the United States
• Ronald Reagan - 40th President of the United States, born in Tampico, Illinois
• Jim Edgar - Former Governor of Illinois
• Bruce Rauner - Former Governor of Illinois

Recent Elections

In recent years, the Illinois Republican Party has faced challenges in statewide elections, with the Democratic Party holding a majority of the state's executive offices and legislative seats. However, the party continues to have a strong presence in certain regions of the state, particularly in rural and suburban areas.

Related Pages

• Republican Party (United States)
• Illinois Democratic Party
• Abraham Lincoln
• Ronald Reagan
• Jim Edgar
• Bruce Rauner
• Springfield, Illinois

See Also

• Politics of Illinois
• List of political parties in the United States
• Illinois General Assembly
• Governor of Illinois