We The Vetted
Illinois · 2026

Where Illinois candidates stand on the Constitution.

A free, transparent scorecard grading every Illinois candidate — local to Congress — on the rights that matter most. The Second Amendment first, plus your First, Fourth, and Fifth Amendment freedoms.

Counting Down To

Election Day

 

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Every vetted candidate gets an editorial scorecard and profile at no charge. The guide is the public service — and the whole point.

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Advertising and campaign upgrades change visibility only. No one — candidate or business — can pay to change a rating. Our scoring criteria are published in full.

What we grade

A 1–10 score on each issue, rolled into one honest verdict — built on public records, votes, and candidate statements.

Second Amendment

Right to Keep & Bear Arms

Primary focus

First Amendment

Speech, Religion & Assembly

Fourth Amendment

Privacy & Unreasonable Search

Fifth Amendment

Due Process & Property

Constitutional Fidelity & Oath of Office

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