Bill Foster

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G. William Foster

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth October 7, 1955 (Age: 70)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Bill Foster holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Harvard University and has a distinguished career in high-energy physics, including significant contributions to the design and data analysis software for the CDF Detector. He has received multiple awards for his work, including the Bruno Rossi Prize and the Robert R. Wilson Prize. Foster co-founded a company in the electronics sector before transitioning to public service. His expertise in science and technology, combined with leadership roles in various congressional committees, underscores his qualifications in policy-making and oversight.

Political Ideas

Bill Foster's political identity is shaped by a unique blend of scientific rigor and progressive policy advocacy, revealing a calculated approach to complex issues. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly localized strategy to protect regional industrial interests. Foster’s advocacy for universal healthcare and fiscal stimulus reflects a commitment to wealth distribution and economic stability. His support for both campaign finance reform and comprehensive immigration reform highlights an ideological agility that balances progressive ideals with pragmatic considerations.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

Illinois House of Representatives 11th District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Jeff Walter

Illinois House of Representatives 11th District Democrat Primary

Unopposed

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Illinois 11th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

199,825 votes (55.50%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Financial Services
Science, Space, and Technology
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 Illinois's 11th congressional district election

149,172 votes (56.50%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Illinois's 11th congressional district, 2020

194,557 votes (63.30%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Illinois's 11th congressional district, 2018

145,407 votes (63.80%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Illinois's 11th congressional district, 2016

166,578 votes (60.40%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Illinois's 11th congressional district, 2014

93,436 votes (53.50%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Illinois's 11th congressional district, 2012

58.60% of vote

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Illinois's 14th district general election, November 2, 2010: 46

98,645 votes (45.04%)

Loss

Winner: Randy Hultgren

Illinois's 14th district Democratic primary, February 2, 2010: 54

25,446 votes (100.00%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Illinois's 14th congressional district election, 2008

185,404 votes (57.75%)

Win