Juliana Stratton

Reproductive Rights

Supports protecting and expanding abortion rights and reproductive freedom.

Endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All, and Illinois has enacted legislation under her administration protecting women and domestic violence survivors, reflecting her alignment with reproductive rights advocacy.

Labor and Federal Workers

Supports strong protections and rights for federal employees and organized labor.

Endorsed by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), the largest federal employee union, signaling strong pro-labor positioning.

Minimum Wage

Supports raising the federal minimum wage.

In a WTTW interview, Stratton discussed raising the minimum wage as part of her economic policy platform for the Senate campaign.

Health Care

Supports expanding health care funding and access.

Discussed health care funding priorities in a WTTW interview, indicating support for expanding access and federal investment in health care.

Party Ideology/Governing Approach

Advocates for 'bold' progressive Democratic policies rather than centrist compromise.

Stratton has publicly urged fellow Democrats to pursue bold solutions instead of the 'bare minimum,' signaling a more progressive approach to governance.

General Political Positioning

Positioned by opponents as holding liberal/progressive policy views.

Republican opponent Tracy has criticized Stratton for 'liberal policies,' reflecting how she is characterized in the general election contest.

Family and Social Policy

Emphasizes family-centered policymaking, drawing on personal experience raising four daughters.

In a Yahoo interview, Stratton connected her policy priorities to her personal life as a mother of four, emphasizing how family concerns shape her legislative focus.