Miguel Valente

Friends of Miguel Valente

Miguel Valente is running for the Sangamon County Board, District 18, to bring innovative changes and enhance residents' quality of life. He proudly served in the Army National Guard as a Water Treatment Specialist. Raised in a Mexican immigrant family, Miguel understands the importance of advocating for low-income and minority communities. He aims to be proactive and accessible to all residents.


At 25 years old, he is the only U.S. veteran and Hispanic/Latino candidate in a contested Democratic primary. On March 17, 2026, he successfully defeated the incumbent, Sam Cahnman, in his first-ever election.


Miguel is on track to become one of the youngest individuals ever elected to the Sangamon County Board and the only Hispanic/Latino representative in recent memory.


At this time, he has been proudly supported by:

  • Illinois Veterans for Change
  • Run for Something PAC
  • Progressives for Democracy in America
  • VoteVets PAC
  • New Politics
  • Latino Leadership Council
  • 2026 Gun Sense Candidate Distinction


To write individual checks, please make checks out to:

  • Friends of Miguel Valente
  • 160 Forrest Ave., Lot 24, Springfield, IL 62702


For any additional questions, please email: miguel@votevalente.com

 

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