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Vote Common Good backs Sanjyot Dunung in Illinois congressional race
Dunung announced her candidacy on May 12 for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District, currently represented by Raja Krishnamoorthi, who is running for the U.S. Senate.
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Malvika Choudhary - Fri, 05, Sep 2025
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Indian American Democratic candidate for Illinois Sanjyot Dunung received the endorsement of Vote Common Good, a national organization that mobilizes faith-driven voters around candidates prioritizing the common good.
The group said its endorsement followed a review of Dunung’s campaign priorities, community engagement, and vision for governance. Its process is guided by principles of justice, empathy, and service, with a focus on encouraging voters of faith to transcend partisan divides.
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Robb Ryerse, political director of Vote Common Good, said, “Sanjyot is precisely the kind of leader our movement seeks to uplift. Her commitment to people, her passion for community service, and her vision for an America where all voices are heard align perfectly with our mission. We believe she will champion policies that serve not only Illinois’ 8th District, but the common good of all Americans.”
Welcoming the support, Dunung said, “I am deeply honored to receive the endorsement of Vote Common Good. Their work reminds us all that politics is, at its heart, a moral calling—a call to care for our neighbors and to build a society where every person can thrive. I am committed to representing the people of Illinois’ 8th District with integrity, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to the public good.”
Dunung announced her candidacy on May 12 for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District, currently represented by Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, who is running for the U.S. Senate. A first-time candidate and longtime entrepreneur, she has positioned her campaign around “people over politics,” calling for fresh leadership to address economic challenges and community concerns.
Born in India and raised in Des Plaines, Dunung is a small business owner and mother of three, including a son serving in the military. She has emphasized her background as a working mother and entrepreneur, saying her candidacy reflects a lifelong belief in collaboration and problem-solving.
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