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New Special Episode: Where Can Illinois Republicans Win in 2026?

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People have been asking for this episode for months, and we’ve finally delivered it. We’re revealing how candidates performed in 2024 and where Republicans can win in Illinois in 2026, all based on data.

In this special episode of Smoke-Filled Room, Collin Corbett, Michael Butler, and Chris Jack...

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Jul 23, 2025
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Big Beautiful Bill Details and How IL Republicans Should Message

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What Democrats and the Media Are Saying

Governor JB Pritzker: “Trump and his extreme MAGA allies are making the richest people richer with a massive and unneeded tax break while making life more expensive for hardworking families.”

IL Dem Chair Lisa Hernandez: “Representatives Bost, Mi...

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Jul 14, 2025
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Petitions Will Be Circulated in Less Than 2 Months

Summer is here which means family vacations are being finalized. But if you’re thinking about running for office in 2026, be aware that petition circulation begins on August 5th!

Under legislation passed in Springfield in 2024, the entire petition process has been moved up, meaning you need to be...

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Jun 12, 2025
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Use These Tips When Talking to Voters This Weekend

Even if we didn’t have this warm weather, we know you and your volunteers would still be out knocking on doors because early voting starts in earnest next week! Are you and your volunteers saying the right things at the door, on the phone with voters, and on social media?

Right now is when convers...

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Mar 13, 2025
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The Foundation Candidates Need to Communicate Effectively with Voters

It’s usually at this stage in the campaign when candidates realize they need messaging to provide the content needed for mailings, advertising, and voter contact scripts.

Our strategy and messaging experts decided to provide our network guidance on how to use messaging effectively to win. Each wee...

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Feb 5, 2025