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Donald Rients' Biography

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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

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?

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