Illinois State Senate District 3

Mattie Hunter has served in the Illinois General Assembly since 2003. The former grassroots community organizer earned a bachelor’s degree in government from Monmouth College and a master’s degree in sociology from Jackson State University in Mississippi. She additionally holds a Doctor of Humane Letters from Monmouth College. As State Senator of the 3rd district, Hunter’s priorities remain focused on protecting schools, increasing public safety, creating economic opportunities, expanding access to healthcare, and fighting for equality.