Currently employed: Governmental Affairs Director, DeKalb County Farm Bureau, 1984.

Other experience: Clark County Farm Bureau Manager, 1980. Clinton County Farm Bureau manager, 1982.

Campaign issues: As the governmental affairs director, Burzynski said he has been to Spingfield often and has an insider’s view of the legislative process. He wants to make school funding more equitable and cut overlapping law enforcement agencies.

Comments: Burzynski has run a low-key campaign after a difficult primary victory.

Education: Associate degree, Rend Lake Community College. Bachelor’s degree, Illinois Wesleyan University.

Vital statistics: Age, 35. Married, two children.