Who is running for Cook County Board of Commissioners, District 17 in 2026?

Elizabeth "Liz" Doody Gorman (Republican) and Elyse Hoffenberg (Democrat).

Who should I vote for in the Cook County Board of Commissioners, District 17 race?

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When is the election?

The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-ballot deadlines vary by state; check your state or county election office.

Cook County Board of Commissioners, District 17

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026 · Only voters in this district

What this office does

Your county's governing board (in Illinois, the county board). Adopts the county budget and property-tax levy, passes county ordinances, and oversees county services such as health and welfare programs, roads and county buildings.

Candidates

Elizabeth "Liz" Doody Gorman

Republican · $332K raised (state filings)

Strongly right · AI estimate from their Wikipedia article (71% confidence)

Elyse Hoffenberg

Democrat · $554K raised (state filings)

Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

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Quick answers

Who is running for Cook County Board of Commissioners, District 17 in 2026?: Elizabeth "Liz" Doody Gorman (Republican) and Elyse Hoffenberg (Democrat).
What does this office do?: Your county's governing board (in Illinois, the county board). Adopts the county budget and property-tax levy, passes county ordinances, and oversees county services such as health and welfare programs, roads and county buildings.
Who should I vote for in the Cook County Board of Commissioners, District 17 race?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
When is the election?: The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-ballot deadlines vary by state; check your state or county election office.

Not sure how to decide? Read our nonpartisan guide to the Cook County ballot.

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