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Q&A: U of I professor breaks down midterm election results, future of U.S. political climate
By Samantha Lee
Election '26: 'We could not overcome the huge blue wave,' Wilson says
Kyle Johnson
Kyle Johnson
Reporter · Champaign, IL
Kyle Johnson graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a degree in Journalism and has spent over three years covering community issues for local outlets. His dedication to uncovering the rich tapestry of community life in Champaign often leads him to small stories that have a big impact.
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Former Champaign County Board Member Jeff Wilson is disappointed by his loss to U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski, D-Springfield, but acknowledged that voters "made their choice."
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