Voter Directory: Asian American Candidates on the 2026 Illinois Ballot

The upcoming 2026 elections feature a growing number of Asian American candidates running for public office across local, state, and federal levels in Illinois. As the AAPI community continues to expand its civic footprint, particularly across Chicagoland and its surrounding districts, this quick-reference directory is designed to help voters stay informed. 

Ahead of the primary election on Tuesday, March 17, and the general election on November 3, here is a look at who is on the ballot and the offices they are seeking.

Federal Offices

Raja Krishnamoorthi (D) - U.S. Senate
Hoan Huynh (D) - U.S. House, 9th District
Bushra Amiwala (D) - U.S. House (Skokie/Evanston area)
Anita Rao (I) - U.S. House, 7th District
Charlie Kim (R) - U.S. House, 11th District

Statewide & County Offices

Holly Kim (D) - Illinois State Comptroller
Josina Morita (D) - Cook County Commissioner, 13th District
Wesam Shahed (D) - Cook County Commissioner, 6th District

Illinois General Assembly

Sunjay Kumar (D) - State Representative, 13th District
Kevin Olickal (D) - State Representative, 16th District
Abdelnasser Rashid (D) - State Representative, 21st District
Theresa Mah (D) - State Representative, 24th District
Fred Crespo (D) - State Representative, 44th District
Nabeela Syed (D) - State Representative, 51st District
Sharon Chung (D) - State Representative, 87th District

Civic engagement is a cornerstone of community empowerment, and knowing who is on the ballot is the first step before heading to the polls. 

Voters are encouraged to verify their registration status, locate their early voting or Election Day polling places, and research individual candidate platforms to make fully informed decisions.

Because by casting our vote, we help ensure that the rooms where decisions are made truly reflect the vibrant, diverse communities they serve.

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