Democrat

William Haine

Alton

Age: 68

Married

Children: 7

Job: Full-time legislator

Phone: (618) 830-1068

Web: haineforsenate.com

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E-mail: bill@haineforsenate.com

Education: B.A. in history, St. Louis University; J.D., St. Louis University Law School

Previous offices: Madison County Board, Madison County state's attorney

Qualifications: I know the area well and have served the public here for 34 years. I possess a unique understanding of the need to improve the economy downstate by improving infrastructure while aiding small business growth. This is evidenced by my support from both the labor and management communities.

Top issues: Infrastructure improvement, like the I-255 expansion and the new $630 million Mississippi River Bridge. These projects are vital to job creation and economic development. I also strongly support SIUE, they are an important and fast growing contributor to our local economy.