Adam Beaty

Adam Beaty was born in Hinsdale, Illinois. He earned a high school diploma from Neuqua Valley High School. He earned a bachelor's degree from Lewis University in 2009. His career experience includes working as a law enforcement officer.[1][2]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I currently serve as a Patrol Sergeant with the City of Braidwood Police Department and have dedicated the past 12 years to a career in law enforcement—one I consider among the most rewarding professions in the world.

Outside of my service, I am an avid historian and small business owner. I own and operate The Memorial Guardian, a company devoted to cleaning and restoring historical monuments and headstones, preserving the stories and legacies of the past.

I am a proud father of two daughters whose names reflect my passion for history—Kennedy and Reagan. I am also engaged to my fiancée of three years, Alissa.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

My first priority is to take on the rising costs of living impacting families across our state. Groceries, fuel, utilities, and everyday essentials continue to climb, placing an unnecessary burden on hardworking residents. Government need not make that burden heavier.

Lowering the cost of living starts with responsible budgeting, cutting wasteful spending, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are used efficiently and transparently. We must promote smart economic growth, support local businesses, and reduce unnecessary regulations that drive up costs for families.

Our communities thrive when families can afford to live, work, and prosper here with confidence I am committed to making Illinois more affordable for those who keep this state runningMy next, but no less important, priority is public safety and crime reduction. We can reduce crime in Illinois by fixing what isn’t working in the SAFE-T Act and restoring judges’ discretion to detain dangerous repeat offenders. Accountability and common sense can coexist with fairness. Our communities deserve safe streets, victims deserve justice, and law enforcement needs the tools to keep violent criminals off our streets.Third, I chose to prioritize and invest in our state's future by improving education and ensuring the younger generations are best equipped to inherit this state.

Every child in Illinois deserves a great education—no matter their ZIP code or their family’s income. Parents should have real choices in where and how their children learn, and every school should have access to equitable resources to help students succeed. It’s time to invest in quality education everywhere and give parents the freedom and support they need to choose what’s best for their children in Illinois classrooms.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am most passionate about making Illinois the glowing beacon of the Midwest it once was. Bad public policy to this point has allowed crime to run rampant, sanctuary policies have given more reward to those who have not properly earned their way, and rising costs makes people feel trapped, and thus not truly free in Illinois. I am passionate about being the change we need to see in this state. I am ready to stand and represent the residents of the 80th district and all Illinoisans who believe this state has much greater potential to live up to than what we see at present.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Endorsed by Federation of Illinois Young Republicans.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am currently serving as a Police Officer and I have been in law enforcement for 10 years. I am an elected Trustee of Reed Township in southwestern Will County, and I have served the City of Braidwood as City Clerk. Outside of my profession I am a father to two girls, Kennedy and Reagan, and I am a small business owner specializing in headstone and monument restoration and preservation.

I am seeking the office of Illinois State Representative for District 80 as a Republican.

I believe I am a candidate that can work well with either side of the aisle to get the best results for my constituency and the State of Illinois. I will be tough on crime by empowering law enforcement and working to create incentives to recruit and retain police within our communities. I will work to improve education by working with school districts and school boards to encourage greater parental participation when deciding on the curriculum in our classrooms. I will work with my colleagues within the legislature to improve Illinois, to entice people to make Illinois home, and encourage American businesses to come to and anchor in Illinois.

Illinois, I believe, is a beautiful state with so much potential. We need to unlock that potential by renewing the State Legislature and electing the next generation of leaders. I want to be that impassioned and confident voice our state needs in Springfield.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

"The first step to getting anywhere is deciding you're no longer willing to stay where you are." So many people and businesses have lost faith in Illinois and thousands have left this State behind. I believe Illinoisans are no longer willing to see Illinois go down the path it is on. I believe a new generation of leaders endeavoring toward results rather than lengthy terms is key to breathing new life into Illinois."Society prepares the crime; the criminal commits it." - Henry Thomas Buckle. Illinois has become a key example for crime It is policy and/or the lack of enforcement thereof that has caused the criminal mind to become empowered. Throughout the state we have seen property crimes and crimes against persons sky rocket. Businesses are leaving and the most mundane of items now must be kept under lock and key for businesses to provide the goods we seek. This is wrong. We need common sense crime prevention. Policies like the SAFE-T act have hurt Illinois. We need law and order. We need energetic police officers who are treated fairly and retained/rewarded on merit. Finally, we need to get to the root causes that inspire the criminal mind.Education, especially higher, has become a hostage of the dollar and ideas and values forced rather than understood. Parents should be at the center of their children’s education. Parents should guide the curriculum through their local school boards, not a politician with a pen and an agenda. Community colleges and vocational schools should be more accessible. We need to value our educators more and incentivize those who endeavor to teach. I’m reminded of a quote by a Scottish poet sharing a variation of my name, “The aim of education should be to teach us rather how to think than what to think—rather to improve our minds, so as to enable us to think for ourselves, than to load the memory with the thoughts of other men.” – James Beattie

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Aside from the areas I've mentioned in my key messages, I am particularly enthusiastic about term limits and transparency. When elected, I want my constituency to be knowledgeable and involved in my activities in Springfield. When I'm not in session, I intend to be in my district actively listening to the concerns of the people. I will host town halls and bring important issues to the table to be discussed. I will be accessible to those I represent. On term limits, I believe in a strong work ethic. I understand that I will have been hired by the people to do a job. I will do that job to the best of my ability. I believe my public service legacy will and should be measured by the results I attain on behalf of the people rather than in how long I've held the office. However, for now, I am excited at the prospect to serve. I believe I am a candidate that shares a lot common values, therefore I am eager to be the next Representative for the 80th District.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

U.S. Term Limits