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Shirley Johnson has a bachelor's degree in political science from University of Illinois Chicago and a master's degree in human services from Capella University.

Shirley is a podcaster and professional development consultant. She previously worked as executive director of the Sangamon County Child Advocacy Center and as an event planning manager for the Illinois State Treasurer's Office.

Shirley's campaign for state senator is her first run for public office.

As of January 2, 2026, Shirley Johnson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Economy

Supports strengthening penalties for violent crime, human trafficking, and child exploitation.

- Supports strengthening penalties for violent crime, human trafficking, and child exploitation.

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Supports charter schools and school voucher programs that allow parents to use public funds to enroll their children in schools beyond their local options, including private schools.

- Supports charter schools and school voucher programs that allow parents to use public funds to enroll their children in schools beyond their local options, including private schools.

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- Your State Senator participates in the legislative process at the state level. They are one of 50 members of the North Carolina Senate. The North Carolina Senate is the upper house of the North Carolina General Assembly (the state's lawmaking body).
- Your State Senator drafts laws, approves budgets, has oversight of the state executive branch, and debates and votes on proposed laws.
- In addition to drafting and voting on bills, your State Senator can serve on committees. This is important because many bills can be stalled in committee, preventing them making it to a vote.
- Your State Senator is responsible for representing your interests. They also are responsible for helping you navigate the state's services and bringing back resources to your district.
- The State Senator is elected to a 2-year term. There is no term limit.