A voice of true change for Illinois!
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My name is Samantha Gasca, and it is with great excitement that I stand before you today to announce my candidacy for the Illinois Senate (District 19), and I am here to bring positive change, whether it be in Springfield or locally. It is my desire to be your voice . I'm a Conservative Republican and a follower of Jesus that values my faith in God. I believe in traditional family values. Our fight is for our children and our family. Illinois is our home, and it is absolutely, unequivocally worth fighting for. This is my plan for a restored Illinois.
Embracing Our Heritage, Championing Our Future
Illinois is a state blessed with a rich history, diverse communities, and untapped potential. From the rolling farmlands to the bustling urban centers, it's time for us to come together to build a prosperous, compassionate, and sustainable future for every resident of this state. I worked for 10 years in the Agriculture industry with livestock (pigs and cattle), live in the suburbs, and spent the last 8 years in urban ministry working with poverty, homelessness, sex trafficking, domestic violence, trauma, and the like. I am hopeful to use these experiences to your advantage.
Putting People First
In this campaign, my promise is simple: to always put people first (next to God). I wish to be a true public servant, dedicated to the needs and concerns of my fellow Illinoisans. From rural towns to big cities, no voice will be left unheard or undervalued.
Building Economic Opportunities
Illinois deserves a thriving economy that benefits everyone. I will work tirelessly to promote entrepreneurship, strengthen small businesses, and create more jobs. By investing in emerging industries, supporting our farmers, and fostering innovation, we can ensure a brighter future for all. I will fight to lower your taxes and to bring back the jobs, meanwhile rebuilding our broken infrastructure. I believe in equal opportunity, not equal outcome.
Prioritizing Accessible Healthcare
Access to quality healthcare is fundamental. As your Senator, I will fight for affordable and accessible medical services for every resident of Illinois. I believe in expanding healthcare coverage, improving mental health services, and advocating for preventative care to ensure the well-being of all our citizens. Too many clinics and hospitals have closed their doors, and that stops now.
Supporting Education Excellence
Our children deserve the best education system possible. I will champion increased funding for schools, support our dedicated teachers, and promote equitable opportunities for students from all backgrounds. By investing in education, we invest in the future leaders and innovators of our great state. I will fight for improved school safety and school choice for our children. I'm 100% an advocate for parental rights.
Safer Streets
My plan includes combatting crime by hiring more Police Officers and providing them the tools/authority to do their jobs. We need safer neighborhoods, and that is why I'll push for more criminal accountability. If you do the crime, you do the time. Our children and families deserve to be free of violent crimes on their doorstep, with the current infrastructure promoting the SAFE-T Act, which I believe should and will fail. That is why I'll push for laws to increase penalties for violent crimes, drugs and public corruption.
Join the Movement, Shape the Future!
I cannot do this alone. I ask for your support, your voice, and your vote! Together, we can shape a better tomorrow for Illinois—one that is prosperous, inclusive, and built on the values we hold dear.
Thank you, Illinois, for your trust and confidence in me. I hope I can honor that to the highest degree. Let's embark on this adventure together, and together, we will make Illinois an even greater state to call home!
Samantha Jean Gasca
