Incumbent
Jonathan L. Jackson
Incumbent Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Illinois
$2.8K
NOV 7, 2026
General Election
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94.7%chance to win
$2.8KNOV 7, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
Age60 years old (Jan 7, 1966)
GenderMale
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LocationIllinois
BackgroundU.S. Representative
EducationWhitney M. Young Magnet High School (1984)
Notable personal detailsJonathan Luther Jackson is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives serving Illinois's 1st congressional district since 2023. He has worked as a financial analyst, business owner, and nonprofit spokesperson, and taught as a professor at City Colleges of Chicago and Chicago State University. He earned a B.S. from North Carolina A&T State University and an M.B.A. from Northwestern University.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Jackson describes his economic approach as building an economy that prioritizes equitable growth and opportunity. He says he wants to advance the economic interests of ordinary people rather than billionaires, and he has also said he supports expanding economic programs and budget-responsible support for constituents.
Healthcare
Jonathan L. Jackson says healthcare should be a fundamental human right and has supported Medicare for All. He has also backed extending Affordable Care Act premium tax credits and criticized Republican plans that do not address the health care crisis.
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Immigration & Border
Jonathan L. Jackson has criticized punitive immigration bills and mass-deportation approaches, calling for comprehensive immigration reform that prioritizes fairness, humanity, and economic stability. He has also condemned militarized enforcement tactics and emphasized balancing immigration policy with constitutional rights and national security concerns.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports the pro-choice movement and a woman's right to access safe and legal abortion services, along with comprehensive reproductive healthcare. Public campaign materials describe him as a strong advocate for women's health and reproductive rights.
Climate & Energy
Supports accelerating the transition to renewable energy and frames climate action as an environmental justice issue. His House record shows consistent pro-environment voting, including support for clean energy incentives, electric vehicle tax credits, cleaner car rules, and funding for environmental justice and the American Climate Corps.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports common-sense gun reforms including universal background checks, an assault weapons ban, and red flag laws. Frames gun violence as a public safety crisis and calls for action to reduce it while also supporting effective law enforcement and safer communities.
Latest News
Jonathan Jackson appeared at the funeral service for Rev. Jesse Jackson in Chicago, where he spoke as part of the tribute to his father’s legacy. The service capped nine days of mourning and drew major public figures and dignitaries. This is the main recent development involving him in the news.
Endorsements
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