R. Cary Capparelli

R. Cary Capparelli was born in Chicago, Illinois. He earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from Drake University. He earned a graduate degree in journalism from the Northwestern University Medill School, a graduate degree from Northeastern Illinois University, and a doctoral degree from the University of London. His career experience includes working as a geography professor and as the president of OMNI-Communique.[1][2][3]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

R. Cary Capparelli is an International businessman and educator.

Capparelli is the son of the late Ralph C. Capparelli who served in the Illinois House of Representatives, as a moderate Democrat, for seventeen (17) consecutive terms.

Much of the younger Capparelli’s professional career spanned the globe including organizing the first motorsports competitions between the United States and the former Soviet Union, international boxing matches, international bicycle racing, and also developing a vineyard in Argentina.

“I am not a politician,” stressed Capparelli. “However, I am a hard working individual with the experience and ability to function as an effective ‘America First’ lawmaker.”

The candidate holds four (4) university degrees: BAJ from Drake University, MSJ from Northwestern University, MA in geography from Northeastern Illinois University and a PhD in geography from the University of London.

“Washington has plenty of lawyers but lacks common sense economists, geographers, and those from other important disciplines that form domestic and world opinion,” added Capparelli.

He continues to operate his Chicago-area based management/marketing firm, and has instructed cultural and regional geography courses at South Dakota State University the past eight (8) years.

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?

'Common-Sense' policies that strengthen both all domestic and world issues.'America First' policies that effect every American economically and socially (fighting crime and support law enforcement).And, the absolute 'America First' policy in support of our national defense and protection of global interests.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

All public policies that effect every legal citizen: the economy and support of law enforcement in fighting crime. And, to make the U.S. military as strong as possible to defend the United States of America of all adversaries.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Understanding issues to bring about common sense decisions that have a positive outcome for everyone.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Integrity is a key component when making responsible decisions.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

As a high school student, I worked as a 'gopher' with a Formula One race team that consisted of some very big names in the sport.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Domestically, the nation's economy is the immediate challenge.

Globally, the axis of evil, namely the Democratic Republic of North Korea; the Islamic Republic of Iran; North Korea, the Peoples Republic of China; and the Russian Federation as a challenge and threat to American interests.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I am in favor of term limits that are reasonable.

What do you think of the filibuster?

Per se, I find filibusters as a dishonest attempt to block or stall progress based on an extreme biased opinion.

Is there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

I admire Senator Ted Cruz of Texas for his courage to confront and intelligence.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Personally, I see socialists existing in various parts of our government causing a lack of financial transparency and government accountability. And, the final result is often a failed government.

Campaign website

Capparelli's campaign website stated the following:

CAPPARELLI'S SENATE PRIORITIES

R. Cary Capparelli, Republican primary candidate for the U.S. Senate from Illinois, suggests the last two (2) Democrat presidents (Obama and Biden), and Democrat members in both the Senate and House have failed in their most important responsibilities.

Capparelli listed his priorities, in no particular order because ‘things can change from day-to-day, as follows:

To make and keep America strong economically, both domestically and internationally, that will have a positive effect America and on all American families

To maintain a strong military because a powerful defense is the best offense

To endlessly support our veterans

To make healthcare available and affordable for all Americans

To acknowledge mental health as a crisis globally

To support our police to fight and eliminate all rampant crime

To fight illegal entry into our country and maintain our borders

​To continue the 'war on drugs'

To uphold the Constitution of the United States of America

And, foreign policy and closely monitor the adversaries of American interests, namely the People's Republic of China and Russian Federation, of their expansion and influence (this list also includes the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; more commonly known as North Korea)

Politically, Capparelli was a Public Member of the Illinois Banking and Real Estate Board from 1997 to 1999. Also, he was a Board Member of the Illinois International Port from 2000 to 2009 where he was a Member of the Executive Committee and Chairman of three committees: Homeland Security, Legislative, and Marketing.

The candidate, who holds a PhD in Geography, added America needs to be respected more in the United Nations; particularly by its UN Security Council. And, noting Communism is banned in the United States, that the rise of Socialism in America needs to be halted as Socialism and Communism share the same basic concepts.

Capparelli concluded, “As a U.S. Senator, I will seek solutions to these problems and all other complications facing America and Americans”.

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—R. Cary Capparelli's campaign website (2026)[7]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Capparelli is president of his own global management and marketing company. He produced and managed events throughout the world including the former Soviet Union. He is also an online professor of Geography. Capparelli served on both the Illinois Banking Board and on the Illinois Port Authority Board and chaired various committees including Homeland Security. His campaign is based on traditional values much like the constituents of the district he would represent. Capparelli holds degrees from Drake University, Medill-Northwestern University, Northeastern Illinois University and a PhD from the University of London.

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?

Capparelli's views are similar to most constituents in the districtExperienced in both the private and public sectorsAnti-Madigan candidate vowing to curb cronyism

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Capparelli's priorities target the same problems faced by most residents of Illinois: 1) fight high taxes and 2) rebuild the crumbling infra-structure.