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<h4>Save Social Security, <br>Medicare and Medicaid</h4>

<h4>End Corruption &amp;<br>Pay-to-Play Politics</h4>

<h4>Preserve &amp; Protect <br>Family Farms</h4>

<h4>Strengthen Unions and Workers' Rights</h4>

<h4>Revive Manufacturing &amp; Blue-Collar Careers</h4>

<h4>Protect Illinois Air, Water, Land &amp; Wildlife</h4>

<h4>Pass Pro-Family Policies</h4>

<h4>Stand Up for Women's Rights &amp; the Marginalized</h4>

<h4>Fully Fund &amp; Rebuild VA Care</h4>

<h4>Restore Civil Liberties &amp; Protect Human Rights</h4>

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<p>Paul Nolley is running to represent the people of<br><strong><span style="color: var(--color-text)">Illinois' 16th Congressional District.</span></strong></p>

<p><strong>Our campaign stands for the people who build, grow, teach, fix, and feed America — not the ones who strip it for parts. </strong><br><br><strong>Our country used to offer a simple deal: work hard and you could live a decent, stable life and watch your kids climb higher than you ever could.</strong><br><br><strong>I'm running to renew and strengthen that deal. Not for the lobbyists. Not for the shareholders. For everyday people.</strong></p>

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<h4>I'm running to bring real representation back to the people of IL-16.</h4><p>I'm a citizen-candidate who knows what it's like to work a real job, live paycheck-to-paycheck, and face the challenges of raising a family in today's world. I'm running to defeat an incumbent who has sold out the people of this district<span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text);"> by serving the powerful special interests instead of his voters. </span></p>

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<h4>McLean County Canvass - August 13</h4>

<p>Talk to voters in McLean County about Paul's campaign for Congress. Shifts are open from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm</p>

McLean County Canvass - August 13

<h4> Marshall Putnam Fair</h4>

<p>Join Team Nolley and the Marshall Dems at the Marshall Putnam Fair in Henry! </p>

Putnam - Marshall Fair 

<p>Environmental threats like pollution, flooding, and extreme weather hit working-class families first and hardest—damaging homes, threatening jobs, and driving up everyday costs. <strong><span style="color: var(--color-text-accent-primary)">We need practical, common-sense solutions that safeguard our air, water, and land without hurting the workers, farmers, and small businesses who depend on them. </span></strong>By holding polluters accountable and creating good-paying union jobs in clean energy, we can protect our communities and build economic security for everyone.</p>

<h2>Protect Illinois Air, Water, Land & Wildlife</h2>

<p>Hosted by McLean County volunteers. All are welcome!<br>Click here to join:<br><a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/84611596367/invitations?signature=Nqv_y3HyicNVgfo8zcJhJzf1Ew97LhQyvouQW-PW0ks">https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/84611596367/invitations?signature=Nqv_y3HyicNVgfo8zcJhJzf1Ew97LhQyvouQW-PW0ks</a></p>

<h4>Virtual Forum Watch Party</h4>

<p>Join fellow supporters on-line to support Paul as he fights for us on the forum stage! All are welcome!<br>Click here to join: <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/84611596367/invitations?signature=Nqv_y3HyicNVgfo8zcJhJzf1Ew97LhQyvouQW-PW0ks">https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/84611596367/invitations?signature=Nqv_y3HyicNVgfo8zcJhJzf1Ew97LhQyvouQW-PW0ks</a></p>

Virtual Forum Watch Party

<p>If you work hard, you should never have to worry about putting food on the table for your family. <span style="color: var(--color-text)">Workers' rights and unions have been under assault for years and the economic results have been a disaster. </span><strong><span style="color: var(--color-text-accent-primary)">We will fight for pro-worker legislation that makes it easier to collectively bargain and raise wages and benefits for the people who keep this country running.</span></strong></p>

<h2>Strengthen Unions &amp; Workers' Rights </h2>

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<h4>Paul Nolley returns to Roscoe for a Community Townhall</h4>

<h4>U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood and Democratic opponent Paul Nolley differ on war powers vote</h4>

<h4>Early Vote Weekend of Action Door Knocking in Bureau County!</h4>

<p>Voting is underway here in Illinois, and we’re knocking on doors to Get Out the Vote and elect Paul! <br>We're knocking doors every Saturday and Sunday. Click the RSVP link to sign up for specific shifts.<br></p>

Early Vote Weekend of Action Door Knocking in Bureau County!

<h4>McLean County Canvass - August 16</h4>

McLean County Canvass - August 16

<h4>Get Out the Early Vote Door Knocking in McLean County!</h4>

<p>Knock doors with the Democratic Party of Illinois every day except Mondays. Shifts vary. Click RSVP for details. Make sure to tell them you want to knock in IL16 for Paul.</p>

Get Out the Early Vote Door Knocking in McLean County!

<h4>Canvas in McLean County</h4>

Canvas in McLean County

<h4>Canvas in Peoria and Tazewell Counties</h4>

<p>Knock doors with the Democratic Party of Illinois. Shifts available everyday. Click RSVP for details. Make sure to tell them you want to knock in IL16 for Paul.</p>

Canvas in Peoria and Tazewell Counties

<p>Join Team Nolley for a march in the Dixon Pride Parade! Grab a sign, pass out some candy, connect with our neighbors, and get the word our for Paul! </p>

<h4>Pride Parade: Dixon</h4>

Pride Parade: Dixon

<h4>Meet Paul @ Winnebago Young Dems Meeting</h4>

<p>Young folks  36 and under are invited to the launch of the Winnebago County Young Dems chapter. Paul will be there to talk with new members -- to discuss the campaign and pressing issues for the next generation.</p>

Meet Paul @ Winnebago Young Dems Meeting

<h4>Nolley, Kemp to be featured at Sept. 10 candidate event at Sauk Valley Community College</h4>

<h4>Paul Nolley talks about Flock surveillance cameras</h4>

<h4>Nolley meets with citizens during campaign</h4>

<h4>Winnebago County Canvass - August 14</h4>

<p>Talk to voters in Winnebago County about Paul's campaign for Congress. Shifts are open from 1:00 to 7:00 pm.</p>

Winnebago County Canvass - August 14

<h4>Roscoe resident takes on incumbent for Illinois's 16th Congressional District</h4>

<h4>Virtual Town Hall + Fundraiser</h4>

<p>Join Paul for a virtual Town Hall and Fundraiser as the campaign wraps up its second quarter of this year. Submit questions about the issues most important to you, your family, and your community -- and help the campaign raise the resources it needs to win in November.  You can join from anywhere!</p>

Virtual Town Hall + Fundraiser

<h4>Ford County Town Hall</h4>

<p>Join Paul and your neighbors for a Town Hall in Gibson City!</p>

Gibson City Town Hall

<h4>Gibson City Canvass </h4>

<p>Join Team Nolley for a Canvass in Ford County! </p>

Gibson City Canvass 

<h4>McLean County Canvass - August 11 </h4>

McLean County Canvass - August 11 

<h4>Jo Daviess County Candidate Forum</h4>

<p>The Jo Daviess County Democrats are hosting a candidate forum featuring candidates seeking to represent Jo Daviess County and the surrounding region. Come hear from Paul and other candidates, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about our region's future. <br></p>

Jo Daviess County Candidate Forum

<h4>Geneseo Town Hall</h4>

<p>Meet Paul in Geneseo to share your questions, concerns, and ideas about how we can make this country work better for everyday people, and hear his story and vision for providing honest representation for the people of Illinois' 16th Congressional District.</p>

Geneseo Town Hall

<p>Join Team Nolley for a canvass in Winnebago County! </p>

<h4>Rockford Canvass </h4>

<p>Join Team Nolley for a canvass in Winnebago County!</p>

Rockford Canvass 

<h4>Get Out the Early Vote Door Knocking in Winnebago County!</h4>

<p>Knock doors with the Democratic Party of Illinois. Shifts vary. Click RSVP for details. Make sure to tell them you want to knock in IL16 for Paul.<br>Click here to<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/1044061/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>RSVP for weekdays</strong></a>.<br>Click here to <a href="https://www.mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/1044334/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>RSVP for weekends</strong></a>.</p>

Get Out the Early Vote Door Knocking in Winnebago County!

<h4>Peoria Pride Fest</h4>

<p>Join Team Nolley and the Peoria Dems at the River City Pride Fest! </p>

Peoria Pride Fest 

<h4>Tazewell County Day of Action</h4>

<p>Join us for a day of action to elect Paul Nolley by knocking doors in the Tazewell county area on Saturday August 15th at 10:00 am.</p><p>We’re talking to voters right here in our community about what’s at stake and making sure that Democrats turn out to win in November. These conversations are the most effective way to move voters and help Democrats win!</p><p>All you need is a comfortable pair of shoes and a fully charged phone. We’ll be out there rain or shine (democracy can’t wait!), so please dress accordingly for the weather. We’ll give you all of the training you need to succeed.</p>

Tazewell County Day of Action

<h4>Peoria Canvass</h4>

<p>Join Team Nolley for a Canvass in Peoria and Tazewell County! </p>

Poeoria Canvass 

<h4>‘Working-class people, we’ve had it rough’: LaHood’s Democratic challenger tells voters in Morris</h4>

<h4>Phone Bank - June 14</h4>

<p>Join us for a virtual session to call IL-16 voters about the campaign. We will be calling to share information about upcoming events in their area where they can meet and hear from Paul. No experience necessary. We will train you! You can make calls at your own pace during this virtual event. You will need a phone + another device (computer or tablet).&nbsp;</p>

Phone Bank for Nolley

<p>Join Team Nolley every Thursday and Sunday at 6:30 pm for our weekly phone bank!</p><p></p><p>RSVP to Zoom call: <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Sa9g_QXJTU6I--XzJNEZQw#/registration">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Sa9g_QXJTU6I--XzJNEZQw#/registration</a></p>

<h4>Weekly Phone Bank!</h4>

<p>Join Team Nolley every Thursday and Sunday at 6:00 pm for a weekly phone bank!</p><p></p><p>RSVP to Zoom call: <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Sa9g_QXJTU6I--XzJNEZQw#/registration">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Sa9g_QXJTU6I--XzJNEZQw#/registration</a></p>

Weekly Phone Bank! 

<h4>Democratic newcomer challenges incumbent LaHood for 16th Congressional District seat</h4>

<h4>An evening with Nolley in Peoria</h4>

<p>Join Congressman Eric Sorensen, State Senator Dave Koehler, State Central Committeewoman Kim Armstrong, and others in support of Paul Nolley flipping IL-16!</p>

An evening with Nolley in Peoria 

<p>Democrat Paul Nolley, a candidate for Illinois’ 16th Congressional District, hosted a meet and greet at Rockton Township Center, aiming to connect with community members as he seeks to unseat Representative Darin LaHood.</p>

<h4>Paul Nolley engages with constituents in Rockton in bid to unseat Rep. Darin LaHood</h4>

<p>Join Paul and your neighbors for a Town Hall in Dixon!</p>

<h4>Lee County Town Hall</h4>

Sauk Valley Community College Town Hall

<p>Democrat&nbsp;Paul Nolley, who’s running for the 16th District U.S. House seat that includes Central Illinois, is calling on Republican incumbent Darin LaHood (R-Dunlap) to vote for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files.</p>

<h4>Democratic challenger calls on LaHood to vote for release of Epstein files</h4>

<h4>Stockton Meet & Greet</h4>

<p>Join Paul and folks from Stockton for a Meet &amp; Greet. Meet Paul, learn about the campaign, talk through the issues that matter to you, and spend time connecting with other residents looking to address the challenges our nation faces.</p>

Stockton Meet & Greet

<h4>Get Out the Vote Door Knocking in McLean County!</h4>

Get Out the Vote Door Knocking in McLean County!

<p>Join Paul and your neighbors for a Town Hall in Roscoe!</p>

<h4>Winnebago County Town Hall</h4>

Winnebago County Town Hall

<p>Join us for an evening of great company and good conversation as we come together to watch our candidate, Paul Nolley, take the stage!</p>

<h4>Bloomington Forum Watch Party</h4>

<p>Join fellow supporters to watch Paul make the case for the change we need.</p>

Bloomington Forum Watch Party

<p>Democratic congressional candidate Paul Nolley announced today the endorsements of the Illinois State UAW CAP Council and the Illinois State AFL-CIO as he campaigns for the 16th Congressional seat.</p>

<h4>Democratic candidate Paul Nolley earns endorsements from Illinois labor groups</h4>

<p>Learn more about ways you can contribute. Meet other volunteers. Build community. Spend some time and snack!<br>We will be thank-you card writing, trinket-making, learning about how to write effective Letters to the Editor, shadowing phone bankers, and hearing the benefits of canvassing!</p>

<h4>Volunteer Social</h4>

<p>Learn more about ways you can contribute. Meet other volunteers. Build community. Spend some time and snack! We'll be thank-you card writing, trinket-making, learning about how to write effective Letters to the Editor, shadowing phone bankers, and hearing the benefits of canvassing!</p>

Volunteer Social

<h4>Marshall County Democratic Kick Off</h4>

<p>Paul and fellow Illinois Democratic candidates are coming to Marshall County to kick off the work of organizing a local party. Join us for this important moment and help build something lasting from the ground up.</p>

Marshall County Democratic Kick Off 

<p>Join Team Nolley as we cap off 4th of July weekend with a Petunia festival celebration in Dixon!</p>

<h4>Dixon Petunia Festival</h4>

<p>Join Team Nolley as we cap off 4th of July weekend with a Petunia festival celebration in Dixon! </p>

Dixon Petunia Festival

<p>Join Paul and your neighbors for a Town Hall in Harvard!</p>

<h4>McHenry County Town Hall</h4>

McHenry County Town Hall

<h4>McLean County Canvass - August 15</h4>

<p>alk to voters in McLean County about Paul's campaign for Congress. Shifts are open from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm</p>

McLean County Canvass - August 15

<h4>Normal NOW Meet & Greet</h4>

<p>Join the Normal chapter of the National Organization of Women to meet nominee Paul Nolley, candidate for Illinois’ 16th District U.S. House seat, at this free, public event open to everyone. This one-hour opportunity gives you the chance to hear directly from Nolley about the issues that matter most to our community, learn where he stands, and ask your own questions in an open, engaging conversation. Whether you’re deeply involved in politics or just want to be informed, this is a great chance to connect, listen, and be part of the dialogue</p>

Normal NOW Meet & Greet

<p>Join Paul for a town hall meeting in Princeton, where you will hear his story, why he's running for Congress, and what policy ideas he will fight for as the next representative from the 16th congressional district. You will have a chance to ask questions, share your ideas and concerns, and meet other locals who are looking for new leadership to represent them in Washington.</p>

<h4>Bureau County Town Hall</h4>

<p>Join Paul for a town hall meeting in Princeton, where you will hear his story, why he's running for Congress, and what policy ideas he will fight for as the next representative from the 16th congressional district. You will have a chance to ask questions, share your ideas and concerns, and meet other locals who are looking for new leadership to represent them in Washington. </p>

Bureau County Town Hall

<h4>Bloomington Town Hall</h4>

<p>Join Paul and folks from Bloomington for a Town Hall. Meet Paul, learn about the campaign, talk through the issues that matter to you, and spend time connecting with other residents looking to address the challenges our nation faces.</p>

An independent leader fighting for working people

An independent leader fighting for working people

We built this country.
It's time we take it back.

Campaign introduction

I'm running to bring real representation back to the people of IL-16.

Save Social Security,
Medicare and Medicaid

End Corruption &
Pay-to-Play Politics

Preserve & Protect
Family Farms

Strengthen Unions and Workers' Rights

Revive Manufacturing & Blue-Collar Careers

Protect Illinois Air, Water, Land & Wildlife

Pass Pro-Family Policies

Stand Up for Women's Rights & the Marginalized

Fully Fund & Rebuild VA Care

Restore Civil Liberties & Protect Human Rights

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An independent leader fighting for working people

We built this country. It's time we take it back.

Campaign introduction

I'm running to bring real representation back to the people of IL-16.

Save Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid

End Corruption &Pay-to-Play Politics

Preserve & Protect Family Farms

Strengthen Unions and Workers' Rights

Revive Manufacturing & Blue-Collar Careers

Protect Illinois Air, Water, Land & Wildlife

Pass Pro-Family Policies

Stand Up for Women's Rights & the Marginalized

Fully Fund & Rebuild VA Care

Restore Civil Liberties & Protect Human Rights

Your donation fuels our campaign.

sign up to

Join Our Fight

We built this country.
It's time we take it back.

Save Social Security,
Medicare and Medicaid

End Corruption &
Pay-to-Play Politics

Preserve & Protect
Family Farms