Full Name:
Donald Ray Rients
Gender:
Male
Family:
Married; 6 Children
Home City:
Benson, IL
AS, Applied Science/Electronic Technology, Illinois Central College
AS, General Education, Illinois Central College, 1996
AS, Illinois Valley Community College, 1984
Candidate, Illinois State House of Representatives, District 105, 2024
Candidate, United States House of Representatives, Illinois, District 18, 2016, 2018
No caucus information on file.
Employee, Insurance Company, 1991-present
Employee, Advanced Technology Services, 1990-1991
Correctional Officer, Illinois Department of Corrections, 1984-1990
Member, Apostolic Christian Church, present
President, Benson Fire Protection District, present
Former Treasurer, The Gideons International Livingston County Camp
Former President, The Gideons International Livingston County Camp
Former Vice President, The Gideons International Livingston County Camp
Chair, Roanoke-Benson Boy Scouts, 2009-2013
Sunday School Superintendent, Saint Petri Lutheran Church, 2001
Church Board Trustee, Saint Petri Lutheran Church, 1994-1996
Reason for Seeking Public Office:
I believe that there needs to be a person that represents the everyday working people of this district. We need someone who understands and knows our issues. We need someone who will stay strong on his beliefs, stand up for what is right, and not waiver to special interests groups and big money. When I saw the field of candidates (only one candidate running at the time) I thought "is that it?" I felt I had to do something. My wife and I prayed about this and the decision was made to run for this office. I am the Candidate that best reflects the people of this district. When you go to the polls to vote remember what you are voting for, ask yourself - Do you want more of the same out of government, or do you want someone who has had the desire to consistently live and work in this district?