Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton
Official account of Illinois’ 48th Lt. Governor. Advancing justice and uplifting women + girls across Illinois. Our only way forward is together. she/her.
- Cancer is the second leading cause of death in Illinois. On World Cancer Day, we hold patients, survivors, and the loved ones of those we’ve lost close—and renew our commitment to a future with better treatments, better outcomes, and hope.
- Thinking about Rosa Parks on her birthday. She showed the world what a courageous Black woman can do. Today, the fight for justice and equality continues.
- Choosing the health of Illinoisans over political games. We're focused on keeping families and communities safe.
- 170 children are in ICE custody on an average day. Bring every single one of them home.
- Reminder: ICE was only created in 2003. We can and will go back to a country without this paramilitary.
- Last time I checked, the first amendment still exists.
- No matter who you are or where you are from, Illinois remains a safe haven for all.
- How does Kristi Noem still have a job?
- Growth tells a story and Illinois is winning!
- On Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honor the memory of six million Jewish people and the millions more targeted because of who they were. We remember—and we recommit to rejecting hatred in all its forms.
- ICE has no place in our communities. While their leadership may change, the harm they inflict remains. These violent, untrained agents, operating without oversight or accountability, represent a system that cannot be reformed and must end.
- A reminder on what should be the 53rd anniversary of Roe v Wade: Abortion is—and always will be—healthcare.
- Everyone deserves a second chance.
- The Clean Slate Act is about dignity, fairness and seeing the humanity in people—all part of our dedication to transforming the criminal legal system. Partnering with community leaders, advocates and those with lived experience means people can return to their communities and thrive.
- It’s been 365 days of Trump 2.0. The American people are paying the cost of his malicious ineptitude.
- Happy birthday to my partner in governance, Governor JB Pritzker! Here’s to another year of making Illinois the best state in the country!
- Honored to spend MLK day with City Year Chicago, Senator Tammy Duckworth and so many community leaders! Serving our community feeds my spirit and renews my hope. There's no better way to honor Dr. King's legacy than putting our talents to work to make the world a better place.
- Dr. King taught us that progress is made when ordinary people choose courage and compassion. Today we honor his legacy by recommitting to justice, equity, and love for our neighbors.
- Muhammad Ali’s ties to Illinois run deep. He called Chicago home, started his family here, and shaped his legacy beyond the ring. Happy Muhammad Ali Day—honoring a true champion of courage and conviction.
- Happy Founders' Day to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated. Thank you for your service and sisterhood!
- Know this: Illinois will fight to protect lifesaving care—especially in the face of Trump's malicious attacks.
- Rick Garcia's tireless activism shaped Illinois into the welcoming state it is today. We'll honor his legacy by continuing the fight for equality, where everyone can be their most beautiful, authentic selves. Sending prayers of comfort and peace to all who love him.
- As a commissioner of the Route 66 Centennial Commission, I’m thrilled the celebrations have begun! The Drive Home made its way to Chicago, with Detroit as its final destination. Welcome Drive Home travelers and thanks for celebrating 100 years of connection with us!
- It’s Cervical Health Awareness Month. This is your reminder to schedule your annual appointment—early detection and preventative treatments are key. DYK Illinois offers free mammograms and cervical screenings?
- We’re taking a stand and protecting our right to safety.
- Happy Phi Beta Sigma Founders Day! 💙 Your commitment to community service has empowered generations of men—thank you and keep up the amazing work!
- To our friends in Minnesota, we've got your back.
- Yet another unconstitutional abuse of power, one that puts our troops directly in harms way. Nearly a year into Trump's administration and all we’ve seen are broken promises. His actions are endangering the American people and he must be held accountable.
- 2025 was a year of building stronger communities together. Our Justice Equity and Opportunity (JEO) teamed up with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority to host a statewide conference on higher education in prison. Together, we will transform the criminal legal system.
- The Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program invests in communities that have been harmed by the war on drugs. Over the last 5 years, we’ve invested $280 million in grants to 400 grantees. 2025 was a year of building strong community ties!
- In 2025, Illinois remained the national champion for birth equity. We released the multi-agency Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint to ensure every mom has a safe pregnancy, delivery and support for their postpartum journey.
- Merry Christmas, Illinois! To all who celebrate, Bryan and I wish you a wonderful, restful day of celebration. 🎄
- DYK: your Christmas tree might have been grown in Illinois? 🎄 We produce over 60,000 trees a year—each one takes six to ten years to mature! #AgConnectsUsAll!
- The Supreme Court has endorsed what we’ve been saying since the beginning—a president cannot use our cities as a playground for authoritarianism.
- Stay tuned: the next Restore, Reinvest, Renew (R3) grant opportunity is coming! Together with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, we’re directing real investment to communities most harmed by the war on drugs—and continuing the work of repair and renewal.
- To everyone gathering with their loved ones for the last night of Hanukkah, I wish you all light, love, and peace.
- On the longest night of the year, may you and your loved ones find peace and warmth in each other's company. Happy Winter Solstice!
- Congratulations to Illinois’ own Quilen Blackwell—you make us proud!
- Our seniors—who have given so much to us—deserve to live with dignity and joy. Thank you Alderman Timmy Knudsen for bringing seniors together year after year and helping make Illinois the best place at all ages!
- DUE TODAY! If you’re interested in joining our 2026 Girls Lead cohort, get your applications in by 11:59 tonight!
- Good news! We’ve extended the deadline to apply for the next Girls Lead cohort—get your application in by December 15! bit.ly/GirlsLead2025IL
- I’m devastated by the antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach. This hatred has no place in the fabric of our society. As we mark the first night of Hanukkah—a celebration of finding light in the darkest time—Bryan and I are praying for the victims, their families and all who love them.
- Tis the season! ❤️ My office is grateful to have the chance to spend time together while giving back to our community. How do you give back this time of year?
- From picking up the latest release to grabbing a coffee, local booksellers like Books on First in Dixon bolster the local economy and create community spaces. It’s the best time of the year to curl up with a book—what are you reading?
- Reminder: shop local and made local this holiday season! Money you spend in your community stays in your community and strengthens your local economy.
- On Human Rights Day and every day, Illinois stands firm in our commitment to justice, equality, and human dignity for all.
- We’re strengthening protections for Illinoisans at critical spaces—from day cares to courthouses—so our families and communities are safe no matter where they go.
- Good news! We’ve extended the deadline to apply for the next Girls Lead cohort—get your application in by December 15! bit.ly/GirlsLead2025IL
- On Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we honor the heroes—including many from Illinois—who faced unthinkable danger with courage and resolve. Their sacrifice reminds us of the cost of freedom and the strength of our nation.
- The Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program works to repair decades of harm from the War on Drugs and create new pathways to opportunity. Grantees across the state are deeply rooted in their communities—and their impact is real.
- Disability rights are human rights. Today and everyday, we uplift the voices of the disability community. This International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we recommit to the work still ahead to create a truly accessible, inclusive Illinois.
