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About Eric. Congressman Eric Sorensen was born and raised in Rockford, Illinois. He served communities across Central and Northwestern Illinois as a local TV meteorologist for over two decades, communicating live-saving information that impacted Illinoisans’ jobs, schools, farms, and safety.
Eric Sorensen ( / ˈsɔːrənsən / SOAR-ən-sən; born March 18, 1976) is an American meteorologist and politician serving as the U.S. representative from Illinois's 17th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, Sorensen is the first openly gay member of Congress from Illinois. [1] Early life and career.
Nov 8, 2022 · His current term ends on January 3, 2025. Sorensen ( Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Illinois' 17th Congressional District. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. He advanced from the Democratic primary on March 19, 2024.
Click here to download full version of my portrait. Congressman Eric Sorensen was born and raised in Rockford, Illinois. He served communities across Central and Northwestern Illinois as a local TV meteorologist for over two decades, communicating life-saving information that impacted Illinoisans’ jobs, schools, farms, and safety.
For two decades, Eric Sorensen was your weatherman. Now, he is running for Congress because the people of Northwest and Central Illinois need a representative they know and can trust. As a climate advocate with a science background, Eric will focus on serious issues such as climate change, education, sustainable jobs, and quality affordable ...
Aug 15, 2022 · Eric Sorensen of Moline is a former television meteorologist who worked for stations in Moline and Rockford. He is seeking elected office for the first time. The race for Illinois' 17th Congressional District this November is considered a true competitive toss-up. That's a rarity in today's political environment, where districts are often drawn ...
Nov 10, 2022 · Former TV weatherman Eric Sorensen has won the Illinois House seat being vacated by fellow Democrat Cheri Bustos, defeating Republican challenger Esther Joy King.
