Larry Kerkstra for State Representative 79th District

Larry believes we are better united than divided.  He stands up for all workers and knows that unions are the best way to protect workers’ rights. As a Kankakee County Board member since 2020, Larry has brought workers’ concerns and issues to the county leadership. He has been elected twice by the voters to represent them on the board.

We are building his campaign for State Representative of the 79^th District from the bottom up.  He has walked precincts for Democratic candidates, volunteered for nearly every parade, helped repair and paint the float, and been a major sponsor of two WCPT shows in Kankakee County. He has been active in the community and encourages others to get involved in community projects and the political process.

Please consider chipping in $5, $10, $25 or more as we build up our campaign. Right now, Larry is going door to door to get petitions signatures to get on the ballot.  We need to order union-made campaign materials soon.  

Email mr.kerkstra@gmail.com or call/text him at (815) 214-9734. Thank you for your consideration.

About Larry:

Mr. Kerkstra is a retired Millwright from Local 1693. He was in the building trades as a Millwright for nearly 30 years with a focus on industrial production such as auto manufacturing, electrical generation industry; which includes fossil fuel, nuclear power and green energy; as well as other essential manufacturing processes that include the food industry, for example.  Prior to, he spent 20 years working as a production factory worker; beginning in industrial mechanics and leaving as a shift supervisor in the production department.  Larry was a union steward for over 40 years in both positions.