6 Pillars

for a Stronger Future

Fighting for relief from burdensome taxes and promoting financial transparency, establishing budget restraints and accountability, reducing wasteful spending,and fairness for working families.

Protect parents’ rights in education, expand school choice, strengthen safeguards and mental health support for children, and reform the child welfare system to better support foster families and youth aging out of care.

Repeal the existing Safe-T Act and bring sensible reform to the criminal justice system; including local police, prosecuting criminals, and making community safety a priority.

Advocating for the advancement of care and protection for the underserved and seniors, across the district. To expand access to affordable, high-quality healthcare by, reducing costs, and empowering doctors and families—not government—

to make healthcare decisions.

Secure borders and enforce our laws. Support a fair, merit-based immigration system that welcomes those who follow the rules and contribute to America’s strength.

Honor our commitment to those who served by improving access to healthcare, strengthening mental health services, and ensuring veterans receive the benefits, support, and opportunities they have earned.

ABOUT THE CANDIDATE

With deep roots in the community and a bold vision for a better tomorrow, Dr. Nona Parker is proud to officially announce her candidacy for Illinois State Representative in District 98 for the 2026 election.

A seasoned advocate for change, educator, champion for senior citizens and proven leader, Dr. Parker is the founder and CEO of The Hope Center of Joliet, a non-profit hub for community services, youth and adult education, and community outreach. Through her tireless efforts, she has launched numerous initiatives including Excel Homeschool Academy (grades K–8), a thriving homeschool co-op that supports families seeking quality alternative education and she works closely with foster care providers and other community service agencies through collaboration and support.

Dr. Nona’s 25+ years of service as a community leader and visionary reflect her deep dedication and commitment to being a voice for others while leading to address and solve real problems. Dr. Parker is not only a successful entrepreneur and community leader, she is a seasoned professional in accounting, with 21 years’ experience in corporate accounting with an emphasis on financial reconciliation. She is a published author and holds an honorary doctorate of Divinity.

Dr. Parker is stepping forward to be a voice for the people, bringing fresh leadership, bold reform, and a compassionate, results-driven agenda, to state legislation. As a mother and a grandmother, Dr. Parker vows to be a representative who listens, leads with integrity, and puts people over politics- which is the duty of every elected official.