Illinois's 18th Congressional District
The 18th Congressional District of Illinois covers central and western Illinois, including the cities of Jacksonville, Peoria, and Springfield. Republican Aaron Schock has represented the district since January 2009.
Although he represented the 7th district, Abraham Lincoln served much of the area that now lies within the 18th district.
Read more about Illinois's 18th Congressional District: 2011 Redistricting, List of Representatives, Election Results
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