Friend,

I’m running for Governor of Illinois.

For too long, J.B. Pritzker and the political machine in Chicago have made Illinois less safe, more expensive, and harder for families to thrive. That ends when we build a movement big enough to defeat him — and it starts today.

I’m a farmer, a conservative, and a fighter who believes the government should work for you. Here’s what I’ll do:

✅ Restore public safety. Repeal failed policies that embolden criminals and back our police so every community is safe.

✅ Cut the cost of living. Stop tax hikes, rein in waste, and deliver relief for working families and small businesses.

✅ Put parents first in education. Keep politics out of the classroom and give parents a real say in their kids’ schools.

✅ End business-as-usual. Shine a light on corruption and put common sense back in charge.

But I can’t do this alone. J.B. Pritzker has unlimited cash and the media on his side. Our campaign has you.

If you believe Illinois can be safe, affordable, and free again, please make a Day One donation right now:

Every early gift powers field organizers, digital ads, and the grassroots army we need to win. Let’s prove that a movement of Illinoisans can beat a machine of insiders.

Thank you for standing with me from the start. Together, we will take back Illinois.

On to victory,

Darren Bailey
Candidate for Governor of Illinois

P.S. Day One momentum is everything. If you can, make your first donation now so we launch at full strength. 

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