Lindsey LaPointe

Lindsey LaPointe is a Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing the 19th district. Born in Portland, Maine, LaPointe represents a district located in the Chicago area that includes parts of Elmwood Park, Harwood Heights, Norridge, and River Grove, as well as parts of the Chicago neighborhoods of Dunning, Forest Glen, Jefferson Park, Norwood Park, O'Hare, and Portage Park.

Education

LaPointe holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Grinnell College and a Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois at Chicago's Jane Addams College of Social Work.

Political Experience

LaPointe was appointed to serve as representative for the 19th district on July 24, 2019, following the departure of outgoing representative Robert Martwick. LaPointe subsequently won the Democratic primary election on March 17, 2020, with 41.3% of the vote and has continued serving in this capacity. Prior to her legislative work, LaPointe served as a project manager focused on justice issues.