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Registered Sex Offender Says to Voters “I shouldn’t exist as a candidate. It just makes no sense, but here I am. Deal with it.”

Lisa

Paul Friedman, one of 4 Republican candidates for Congressional IL District 9, is a registered sex offender who is hoping Trump supporters believe in redemption.

In 1998 Paul Sanford Friedman was charged with misdemeanor fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct that occurred in Washtenaw County, Michigan. He plead no contest to avoid conviction then had his public records expunged. While the court records are no longer available the U.S. Justice Department website holds conviction information. Then he moved to North Carolina to live/ride out the storm and is on North Carolina Sex Offender and Public Protection Registry as pictured.

Friedman now resides in Chicago.

As the 13 year old girl entered the snowboard and skate shop she likely never imagined that she would become the victim of a sex crime committed by the shops then 27year old co-owner, Paul Friedman.

Cook County Republican Party Chair Aaron Del Mar had the good sense to say Friedman should drop out of the race as the conviction is “entirely disqualifying”.

2026 Primary Election, Democratic Party, petitions

McHenry County Democrats Announce Bill McNeese Steps Up to Run for McHenry County Clerk

Lisa

Democrats have a candidate for County Clerk: Bill McNeese.

His statement:

I was born and raised in Texas on a working farm. After the 2008 housing crisis hit and our local economy nearly collapsed, I joined the U.S. Navy, where I served proudly but was honorably discharged after six years as a disabled veteran.

Since then, I’ve lived in several parts of our beautiful country and I’ve seen firsthand both the challenges and the potential of local communities. My family and I have made our home here in Illinois for the past five years, and we love it here.

I’m a father of three young girls, a business owner, and serve on the board of a nonprofit that provides counseling services to veterans. Professionally, I’m a licensed insurance broker.

I hold a BBA in Economics from Kent State University and a Master of Business Administration.

Outside of work, I’m interested in economics, geography, flags, and strategy games. I like understanding how things connect and how people work together toward shared goals. Above all, I believe in community and that politics, religion, or personal differences should never divide us.

Starting at 11:00 am on Saturday 10/11/25 you can come to Cantina 52, at 52 Brink Street in downtown Crystal Lake, to meet Bill and be among the first to sign his nominating petition.  Also on site will be Karen Battaglia for State Senate in the 32nd, Brian Meyers for State Rep in the 63rd and Sarah Mertens for State Senate in the 35th. 

Democratic Party, Election Information, petitions

Door Bell Ringing? Petition Signing Efforts County Wide on October 11, 2025. Help (D) Candidates Onto the Ballot!

Lisa

Hi Algonquin 35! This weekend, I’ll be out collecting petitions with a surprise guest! If you’re not home when we visit, I’ll leave you a flier with information. You can also reach out if there’s a specific time I can come by to fit your schedule! You can also attend this event! See you soon!

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Illinois Congressional District 9 -Declared Candidates as of 8/18/2025

Lisa

The 2020 Census led to redistricting for the Illinois 9th Congressional District which includes parts of McHenry County (see maps below – all of Algonquin Township and only part of Algonquin Township Precinct 15). Representative Jan Schakowsky, who served District 9 in Congress since 1999, announced that she will not seek reelection in 2026. As of today 16 Democrats have declared themselves as candidates. Only 2 do not have a website up yet. Here is the list. It is not uncommon for candidates to withdraw due to personal reasons, scrutiny, challenges, or they determine that there is no viable path to victory.
David Abrevaya (D), Kat Abughazaleh (D), Bushra Amiwala (D), Phil Andrew (D),
Daniel K. Biss (D), Laura Fine (D) IL Senator, Justin Ford (D),
Hoan Huynh (D) IL Representative, Miracle Jenkins (D), Bethany Johnson (D),
Bruce Leon (D), Jill Manrique (D), Lauren Million (D), Nick Pyati (D), Howard Rosenblum (D),
Mike Simmons (D) IL Senator