Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton is running her campaign for U.S. Senate with a promise to fight for LGBTQ+ rights and economic justice, while distinguishing herself from opponents by rejecting corporate PAC money.
In May, Stratton earned endorsements from more than 50 LGBTQ+ community leadersacross Illinois, including activists, nonprofit executives and elected officials.
“It means everything to me,” Stratton said. “They’ve been with me from the start, and I want them to know that I will always be with them and stand with this community.:
Stratton credited LGBTQ+ organizers with driving many of the state’s legislative advances in recent years.
“Some of the brightest lights in our state, some of the smartest organizers and boldest leaders in Illinois come from the LGBTQ+ community,” Stratton said. “To know that they are on my side … I’m going to be an advocate for each and every one of you while I’m in Washington, D.C.”
As she continues to build momentum, Stratton said she’s drawing a sharp line between herself and establishment-backed candidates—by refusing money from corporate PACs.
“This campaign really is about Illinois families, and it’s not about corporate special interests,” Stratton said. “I’m going to have to work harder and I’m going to have to work smarter to win, but I just really believe in the movement that we’re building.”
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