Kanika Shirole for Congress
Fighting for mental health access, affordable housing, and government transparency in Illinois' 3rd District
KANIKA SHIROLE
ILLINOIS 3RD DISTRICT
Meet Kanika Shirole
Your candidate for Illinois' 3rd Congressional District in 2030
Kanika Shirole is a dedicated public servant with extensive experience in healthcare policy and community advocacy. Her background in mental health administration gives her unique insight into the challenges facing both healthcare providers and patients in our district's diverse communities.
As a longtime resident of Illinois' 3rd District, Kanika has witnessed firsthand the impact of housing insecurity, transportation inequities, and healthcare disparities that affect our neighborhoods from Bridgeport to Berwyn. Her policy platform is built on evidence-based solutions that address these systemic challenges.
Key Issues
Evidence-based solutions to our district's most pressing challenges
Mental Health Access
The 3rd District faces a critical shortage of mental health providers, with only 1 provider per 4,500 residents. Kanika will work to increase federal funding for community health centers and expand telehealth services to ensure all residents have access to quality mental healthcare.
Healthcare Equity
Our district's 17% uninsured rate exceeds the national average. Kanika will champion legislation to expand Medicaid coverage, reduce prescription drug costs, and address the social determinants of health that contribute to the 12-year life expectancy gap between our district's most affluent and underserved communities.
Affordable Housing
With 38% of district residents spending more than 30% of their income on housing, affordability has reached crisis levels. Kanika will fight for increased funding for the National Housing Trust Fund, expand the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit, and implement tenant protections to prevent displacement in rapidly gentrifying neighborhoods.
Government Transparency
Kanika will implement blockchain-based contract tracking systems to ensure complete transparency in government spending. This innovative approach will allow constituents to trace every dollar from appropriation to implementation, rebuilding trust in our democratic institutions and ensuring accountability for public resources.
District Challenges
Understanding the unique needs of Illinois' 3rd Congressional District
Economic Disparities
The 3rd District encompasses both affluent suburbs and economically challenged neighborhoods, creating stark income inequality. Census data shows a median household income range from $38,000 to $112,000 across the district, with a 22% poverty rate in some areas. Kanika's economic development plan addresses these disparities through targeted investment in underserved communities, workforce development programs, and small business support.
Infrastructure Needs
The 3rd District's aging infrastructure requires significant investment. 47% of bridges in the district are rated structurally deficient or functionally obsolete, while 38% of roads are in poor condition. Public transportation access varies widely, with some areas having no service within a mile. Kanika will fight for federal infrastructure funding to address these critical needs and create good-paying jobs in the process.
Latest Updates
Stay informed about Kanika's campaign and events
May 15, 2030
Community Town Hall
Join Kanika for a discussion on infrastructure funding and its impact on local transportation equity in the 3rd District.
May 10, 2030
Healthcare Policy Announcement
Kanika unveils her comprehensive healthcare plan addressing the provider shortage in underserved areas of the district.
May 5, 2030
Volunteer Training Session
Learn how you can help Kanika's campaign reach more voters in all 27 municipalities of our district.
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