Metro East Sun

Harriss for Senate has issued the following press release:

This appointment has no real bearing on the upcoming election. Chicago Democrat Elites, like Senate President Don Harmon, hand-picked Senator Crowe’s replacement months ago. Ultimately there will be an election to decide who will be the next state senator from the Metro East.

“Voters are going to have the final say in November and there is a very stark contrast between what I stand for and what the Chicago Elite have planned. My message resonates with families who are frustrated with the cost of everything, who are anxious about their children's future, and who are hungry for leadership,” Erica Harriss, Candidate for State Senate, stated.

“The Democrat Elites have chosen a candidate who will support them and their policies which keep our taxes high, send our high-paying energy jobs to other states and overseas, and release dangerous criminals onto the street.” Erica continued: “That’s not a platform I would want to run on, and this election will be a referendum on the failed leadership of the Democratic Party.”

 “Voters need to hear that there is hope for the future of our state and that with good policy we can make great strides together. I have a proven record of voting to safeguard our future by lowering taxes, funding law enforcement, and standing up for local control,” said Harriss.

Harriss was elected to the Madison County Board representing District 26 (Glen Carbon) in 2016 and reelected in 2020. She is a resident of Glen Carbon who was new to the political scene in 2016 and ran on a platform of being an advocate for the taxpayer, opposing wasteful spending, and making wise choices for the community. Her campaign touts that while most local taxing bodies increased bills to taxpayers, Harriss worked hard to reduce the size of the tax levy while balancing the budget and increasing funding for law enforcement and child advocacy.

To learn more about Erica Harriss and what she stands for, please visit: www.ericaforillinois.com