Campaign Debate Tuesday 7PM
Governor Candidate
For Governor

Gary Pierce

Drawing on 25 years of experience in ministry and addiction recovery, Gary T. Pierce is a dedicated advocate who believes government must serve citizens rather than elites. He champions the conviction that leadership is about lifting burdens and protecting rights that are God-given, not granted by politicians.

About Gary
Lieutenant Governor Candidate
Lt. Governor

Alejandro Cabrera

Driven by a fresh vision for a healthy Illinois, Alex is eager to serve with new ideas that put people first. He wants to renew our State government by ending the 'revolving door' between industry and regulators, while fiercely protecting our civil liberties and the free speech rights of every citizen.

About Alex

On a mission for 5% of the vote.

Gary is running for Governor of Illinois on the Independence Party ticket. The Independence Party is a political party created to promote political organizing and political campaigns that are independent of the leadership structures of the Democratic and Republican parties in the State of Illinois.

Alex is running for Lt. Governor of Illinois on the Independence Party ticket — bringing a fresh, pragmatic vision for a healthier, more just Illinois. He's committed to evidence-based solutions, individual liberty, and building a government that truly serves the people.

Independence Starts Here.

Building a Healthier, More Just America.

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A Path to 5%

We have a plan to reach 5% of the vote, unlocking ballot access for Independent candidates in Illinois.

Pragmatic. People-First.

Alex believes real change comes from evidence-based solutions, individual liberty, and leaders who actually listen.

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Candidate Profile
For Governor

Gary Pierce

Gary Pierce

Drawing on 25 years of experience in ministry and addiction recovery, Gary T. Pierce is a dedicated advocate who believes government must serve citizens rather than elites. He champions the conviction that leadership is about lifting burdens and protecting rights that are God-given, not granted by politicians.

Gary has walked alongside communities facing addiction, poverty, and systemic neglect. As a pastor and community leader, he brings a moral clarity to public service — a belief that every life has dignity, every voice deserves to be heard, and that genuine leadership means lifting burdens rather than accumulating power.

"We don't need more government — we need better neighbors, stronger communities, and leaders who actually serve."