While political elites distract us with headlines about Chicago, the real public safety threat is happening right here in our own communities. Cities across Senate District 45 now rank among the highest in Illinois for registered sex offenders per capita — and yet our current senator remains silent.

The Data Doesn’t Lie

According to the most recent regional data:

• Freeport ranks 3rd highest in District 45 for sex offenders per 10,000 residents.

• Cities like Dixon, Rock Falls, Sterling, and Polo are experiencing higher per-capita rates than Chicago, Springfield, and Rockford.

• These statewide cities aren’t even in our district — yet they’re the focus of political distraction.

“I’m focused on our neighborhoods, our families, and our kids — not culture war headlines out of Chicago. We don’t need more grandstanding. We need real Republican leadership that brings solutions home.”
— Joshua T. Atkinson

A Leadership Failure

While Andrew Chesney blames towns in other districts and raises money off outrage, he’s ignored the safety crisis right here at home:

• No local safety legislation

• No support for our towns

• No urgency for protecting families

Meanwhile, he spends time consumed with drag shows & Mexicans in Chicago while our children walk past predators in Freeport, Polo, and Dixon.

Atkinson’s Real Republican Solution

Joshua T. Atkinson has already authored and submitted a comprehensive sex offender ordinance to the Freeport City Council. It serves as both a local solution and a model for state-level reform.

Key components include:

• 1,500-foot residency restrictions near schools, parks, and daycares

• Bans on loitering in youth zones: bus stops, public libraries, family events

• Creation of a Sex Offender Compliance & Victim Support Fund

• Mandatory quarterly registry check-ins

• Legal power for cities to demand mandatory relocation for repeat violators

This is not rhetoric. It’s legislation — ready to be passed. And with your help, Atkinson will champion it in Springfield.

A Clear Contrast

Chesney points fingers.
Atkinson writes policy.

Chesney talks about Chicago.
Atkinson walks Freeport’s neighborhoods.

Chesney blames others.
Atkinson steps up.

“I can’t force Freeport’s mayor or aldermen to act — but I can give them the tools. And I will do the same in Springfield. Because protecting our children isn’t about politics. It’s about priorities.” — Joshua T. Atkinson

Take Action

✅ Volunteer to spread the word about the real safety crisis we face
📊 Share the facts and help neighbors see what’s been ignored for too long
💬 Tell your local leaders to support stronger ordinances
🗳 Donate to the only candidate ready to confront the threat and fight for our families

"We don’t need more distractions. We need protection. Stand with me — and let’s bring this fight to Springfield together."

This is Real Republican leadership. This is how we protect our children. This is how we fix Illinois — starting at home.