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Illinois · Illinois Legislative District 56 · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Marsia Geldert-Murphey

Democratic

2026 race · Illinois Legislative District 56

65% chance of winning · race rated Lean D

65%35%

68% chance of winning · race rated Lean D

68%32%
● Marsia Geldert-Murphey● Erica HarrissINC
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