Nick Raftopoulos for State Representative District 111

It is hard to believe that after a year and a half of campaigning, knocking on over 16,000 doors, talking with voters, collaborating with city leaders, and participating in several community events, the time is finally here. I have continuously pled my case as to why you should vote for me as your State Representative in District 111, and here I am asking one last time before the polls close tomorrow night. Every day, decisions are being made that affect our families, our schools, our jobs, and our future. The stakes are high, and now is the time for us to stand together and bring the change we deserve.

Out of the countless conversations I’ve had with residents across Granite City, Alton, Wood River, Roxana, Godfrey, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Bethalto, etc., there has been a common consensus - people are tired of feeling left out and silenced. Additionally, a good majority don’t even know who our current State Representative is, and that is a huge failure on my opponent’s part. After four years in office, she has achieved nothing.

As your State Representative, I will work relentlessly to bring jobs to our area, grant money to projects, quality education for our children, and work with city leaders to ensure that District 111 will flourish. I believe in a vision that puts people first. I’m not afraid to speak up for what's right, and I’m ready to fight for a better future for all of us—not just the powerful and privileged few. However, change doesn’t happen by sitting on the sidelines. It happens when we, as a community, come together and demand it. I’m committed to being your voice in the State Capitol, making sure your concerns are heard and your needs are met.

Together, we can create a state we’re all proud to call home, and that is why I am asking for your vote as your next State Representative.

Great afternoon knocking on doors in West Granite with Jeff Rains, President of United Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees. It’s great to have support from people like Jeff, who understand the value of having a representative that will stand up for working people across the district.

A beautiful day of walking in the Wood River and Hartford Halloween parades, then knocking on over 100 doors in Hartford. Thank you to Katyann, Denny, Adam, Scout, my parents, and their dog Maggie, for helping. We are down to the wire, and we only have 11 days left. If you haven’t voted yet, please consider electing for me for State Representative!