Anthony Williams: Illinois U.S. Senate Candidate

ILLINOIS — Ahead of Illinois' June 28 primary elections, Patch distributed questionnaires to candidates running against Democrat incumbents in statewide races, including Illinois' U.S. Senate seat held by Tammy Duckworth.

Seven candidates have filed right the face Duckworth in the November general election. They include Mundelein attorney Kathy Salvi, Navy veteran and former police officer Peggy Hubbard of Belleville, Lake Forest real estate manager Casey Chlebek, Dolton pastor Anthony Williams, Naperville entrepreneur Matt Dubiel, Chicagoan Jimmy Lee Tillman II, and Geneva financial planner Bobby Piton.

Name

Anthony Williams

City or town of residence
Dolton

Office sought
U.S. Senate

Party affiliation
Republican

Education
Master Of Arts

Occupation
Pastor

Age:

67

Family
I am the father of six children and three grandchildren

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?
No

Previous public office, appointive or elective

No

Please complete this statement: The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ___, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Violence and Public Health Crisis

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
I am civil and issue-oriented

If you are challenging an incumbent, how would you perform differently if elected?

I would perform the duties of a public servant

How would you characterize the events of Jan. 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol?

An act of violence and terrorism against the American people and government

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?

Reparations for ADOS

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
As a citizen of the state of Illinois help pass HB158 The Illinois Health Reform Bill

What was your first paying job, and what did you learn from it?
Social Worker I learned to serve

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Do your best

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I have a history of public service to all