Age: 56
Current job: Scientist
Born in: Madison, Wis.
Resides in: Naperville
Personal: Married, two children from previous marriage
Education: Bachelor’s degree, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1975); Ph.D. in physics, Harvard University (1983).
Previous positions: Co-founder Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc (1975, sold interest in 2007); research physicist, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (1984-2006); U.S. Representative, 14th District (March 2008-Jan. 2011).
Campaign website: billfoster.com
Age: 39
Current job: President, Orland Fire Protection District; director of business development for Peace Village senior and assisted living center in Palos Park.
Born in: Chicago
Resides in: Orland Park
Personal: Married, four children.
Education: Bachelor’s degree, DePaul University (2009).
Previous positions: Stock broker, GSG Securities; mortgage broker/owner, Advantage Lending Group.
Campaign website: jimhickeyforamerica.com
Juan Thomas
Age: 41
Current job: Attorney/founder, Thomas Group; secretary, National Bar Association.
Born in: Aurora
Resides in: Aurora
Personal: Married
Education: Bachelor’s degree, Morehouse College (1992); Master’s degree in educational policy studies, University of Illinois (1996); Juris Doctor, University of Illinois (1996).
Previous positions: Labor counsel for Secretary of State Jesse White; West Aurora School Board member (1995-2000); Aurora Township Clerk (2005-2009), resigned to move to Louisiana; senior pastor Beecher Memorial United Church of Christ, New Orleans, La.
Campaign website: juanthomas.com
Judy Biggert
Age: 74
Current job: U.S. representative, 13th District (1999-present).
Born in: Chicago
Resides in: Hinsdale
Personal: Married, four children.
Education: Bachelor’s degree, Stanford University (1959); Juris Doctor, Northwestern University (1963).
Previous positions: Attorney, Hinsdale Township School District (1978-1985); Hinsdale Plan Commission (1989-1993); Illinois House of Representatives (1992-1998).
Campaign website: biggert.com
Age: 73
Current job: Kane County Clerk (2002-present); owner of Seneca Marine Industries and Hidden Cove Marina.
Born in: Aurora
Resides in: Aurora
Personal: Divorced, two children.
Education: Bachelor’s degree, Chicago State University (1973); Master’s degree in business administration, Governor’s State University (1975); Juris doctor, Lewis College of Law (1978).
Previous positions: Aurora city commissioner (1965-73).
Campaign website: electcunningham.com
