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Full Interview: Illinois Senate candidate Rachel Ruttenberg

Desiree Luo and Chris Kim
January 27, 2026

The Daily sat down with Rachel Ruttenberg, a Democratic candidate for the Illinois Senate in the 9th district, to discuss topics ranging from responding to federal immigration enforcement to favorite local businesses.

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