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Allen Skillicorn is a candidate for the Illinois House of Representatives who is running in 2016.

Profile
Skillicorn is the 2016 Republican candidate for the District 66 seat in the Illinois House of Representatives. He defeated both Dan Wilbrandt and Carolyn Schofield in the primary election, which was held March 15, 2016. Incumbent Michael W. Tryon (R) did not seek re-election.

Skillicorn supported past incumbent Tryon in each of Tryon's races. However, Tryon chose not to seek reelection in 2016.

The 66th State House District includes parts of Algonquin, Crystal Lake, East and West Dundee, Elgin, Gilberts, Huntley, Lake in the Hills, Lakewood and Sleepy Hollow.

Tryon served as chairman of the McHenry County Board from 1998 until 2005. Although Skillicorn respects Tryon's former leadership and the legacy he leaves behind, he said that "a House member with energy is needed to thwart Speaker Michael Madigan's grip on the state house."

Education and career
Skillicorn is a graduate of Dundee Crown High School, and he received an Associates degree from Elgin Community College. Professionally, he has worked as a Director of Marketing for a local electronics manufacturer.

Public service
Allen Skillicorn is a Trustee for the Village of East Dundee and has been involved with various organizations including the following: Vice-Chairman of the Kane County Republican Party, Chairman of the Republican Liberty Caucus of Illinois, Liberty Leader for the Illinois Policy Institute, Illinois Rifle Association, former board member of the Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce, Sports Car Club of America, and a volunteer for Therapy Dogs, Inc.

Personal
Allen Skillicorn (41 years old) was raised in Algonquin and currently resides with his wife, Heather, and their 5-year-old Doberman, McFly, in East Dundee. He and his wife attend Fox Valley Church on a regular basis.

2016 election
Skillicorn is running against Nancy Zettler, who ran unopposed in the Democratic primary. The general election will be held November 8, 2016.