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Stratton coasts to victory to become Illinois' newest U.S. senator
Samantha Lee
Samantha Lee
Reporter · Bloomington, IL
Samantha is a dedicated community journalist with a Master’s degree in Journalism from Columbia College Chicago. Having previously reported for the Chicago Tribune's local news section, she brings a wealth of experience in covering community events and issues that matter to Bloomington residents.
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Democratic Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton easily won the race for U.S. senator in Illinois as part of a nationwide blue wave.
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