Ralph Black

Ralph Black graduated from Main South High School. He attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. His career experience includes working in business development.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I was an actor, waiter, and bartender before turning to business to raise my son and provide for my family.

Over the years, I built companies in marketing and video production, launched a window & door business, and worked in auto parts manufacturing. I've negotiated global deals with partners in China and Mexico and worked with leading national companies. I am an inventor so I'm always coming up with new ideas, and I am a author as well.

I know how to listen, and I know how to solve problems. Throughout my career, the key to my success is always to ask, “Where’s the pain? What do you want to see resolved?” That’s the same approach I will take to Springfield: listening first, then finding practical solutions.

I know what the pain points are that drive families out of Illinois and they can be fixed, but it’s going to take new ideas and new representation. That’s why I'm running for State Representative.

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?

I'm for reducing taxes and especially property taxes. Illinois has gotten way out of hand in the way they spend money, like there is no tomorrow. We need to start reducing waste and programs that line the pockets of others.I'm for keeping our children safe. School choice, protecting parental rights and the 1st and 2nd amendments.Until politicians start understanding the value of money the excess spending will not stop. They raised the budget 2.7 billion dollars, billion. Think about that, how much is just 1 billion?

Well 1 million minutes ago was early 2024, but 1 billion minutes ago was the height of the Roman Empire. They added 2.7 billion. This must stop. With every $1.00 added to the budget they need to cut $2.00 in wasted spending. If we do not stop the excess spending without reducing useless programs and start lowering our taxes, more people with leave Illinois increasing the burden even more on those of us who stay.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Fiscal Responsibility: Balancing the state budget and reducing Illinois debt are high priorities for me.

Taxation: We need to reduce the taxes for all Illinoisans as well as corporations to support business growth and stop the corporate and individual exodos from Illinois.

Internships: We need to reward businesses that provide internships for the trades. This will open all kinds of jobs that will need to be filled in the manufacturing and building industries as well as many others.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Hanover Township Republican Organization

Schaumburg Township Republican Organization