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Elgie R. Sims, Jr.

DemocraticIncumbent

Attorney

Elgie R. Sims, Jr. is a Democratic candidate for Illinois State Senate District 17 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Sims earned his B.S. from Illinois State University, his M.P.A. from the University of Illinois, and his J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. His professional experience includes working as an attorney for the Law Offices of Elgie R. Sims, Jr.[1]

Law:
Loyola University, Chicago School of Law
Graduate:
University of Illinois
Bachelor's:
Illinois State University

Campaign themes

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Sims' campaign website listed the following issues:[14]

Economy

Excerpt: "Attract business and long term jobs to the state"

Education

Excerpt: "Retain our best and brightest teachers"

Public Safety

Excerpt: "Ensure police presence in high risk areas"

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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