Diane Scholten has lived in Barrington for 38 years.  In 2016, while working on the Bernie Sanders campaign, she became a precinct captain in Barrington Township.  Around the same time, she founded the Progressives Book Club.

From 2018 - 2002, she worked in multiple roles on the successful Congressional campaign for Sean Casten for IL-06. 

From 2023 through April 2025, she was President of the Barrington Area Dems.  As of May, 2025 she is Secretary of BADO.

Besides her political work, Diane does community service with her Daughters of the American Revolution chapter, Signal Hill, enjoys her friends and cats, and is passionate about genealogy.

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Robert moved into his present home in South Barrington in 2008 with his wife Ketki and their three children. He has been a practicing attorney since 1992 and now concentrates in Residential Real Estate transactions. Bob became involved in the Barrington community after moving here and has been a committee member on the School District 220 Enrollment Monitoring Committee, a panel member on the School District 220 Vision 20/20 committee, a Boy Scouts Den Leader, and BASA Assistant Coach. He was also past Chairman and is a current Board member for the Ecker Center for Behavioral Health. His political career in the Democratic Party includes a run and narrow loss for Kane County State's Attorney in 2000 and State Senate for the 22nd District in 2002. He has also been a Democratic PC and Chairman for Dundee Township in Kane County and 1st Vice-Chair for the Kane County Democratic Party. He is currently the Barrington Township Democratic Committeeman.

Elena lives with her family of five in Barrington Hills and has a teaching background in both secondary education and the arts. Human rights, equality, and women’s issues are the foundation of her support for the Democratic Party. She has been active with the Barrington Area Dems for the last several years and is the Precinct Captain for Barrington Township PC 5- Barrington Hills.

Robin has lived in the Barrington area since 1988. She raised her 3 children in S. Barrington and has had leadership roles on various PTO’s, the Grove Carnival, school board candidates elections and the Building referenda in the late 90’s. Her interest in local and national politics began in the end of her undergrad in 1976 and was propelled by the election of Ronald Reagan in 1980. After shedding a few tears; she volunteered for NARAL and led the Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates chapter of NOW, working on the passage of the ERA. Robin has volunteered for BACOA for several years and for various political campaigns including Senator Paul Simon, Senator Dick Durbin, President Barack Obama, Rep. Sean Casten and Maria Peterson. She has worked with GPAD (Greater Palatine Area Democrats) sending cards, participating in protests and making calls. She was a volunteer at the 2024 Democratic Convention in Chicago and spent time canvassing for Kamala in Wisconsin through mobilize.us and Indivisible.

Robin was surprised and excited upon realizing that Dems were organized and present in the once solid red Barrington area. She feels communication is key to educating voters with true facts in this new world of lies, misinformation and conspiracy theories.

With a strong record of community involvement and 13 years as a resident of unincorporated Barrington Township, John Langan proudly serves as a Barrington Township Trustee and Democratic Precinct Captain. Dedicated to giving residents a strong voice in local government, he champions practical, community-centered solutions.

Inspired by his mother’s years managing the Maine Township Food Pantry, John’s lifelong passion for public service is rooted in a family tradition of helping neighbors and strengthening communities.

John earned his degree in political science from Western Illinois University, where he served as student government president and worked closely with local leaders. Professionally, he brings nearly three decades of talent acquisition management experience, with proven expertise in relationship-building, stakeholder engagement, and negotiating effective compromises.

John’s agenda focuses on:

 • Fostering consensus and dialogue to solve real challenges in Barrington Township

 • Prioritizing resident engagement and acting on local concerns

 • Promoting township resources for seniors, veterans, and families, and advocating for inclusive, accessible programs

 • Supporting sustainable practices to protect Barrington Township’s natural spaces

John lives in the College Streets neighborhood with his wife Kelly, a senior marketing professional, and their son Braden, a student at Barrington High School. He’s honored to champion pragmatic leadership, keeping Barrington Township relevant, connected, and prepared for the future.

Malik Khan, a resident of South Barrington, is enthusiastic about serving the Democratic Party and, above all, the residents of his beloved community. Committed to the principle of paying forward and ensuring no one is left behind, he is dedicated to amplifying all voices, especially those of individuals not yet fully engaged in civic affairs or in need of assistance.

Professionally, Malik is a passionate transformation leader and skilled technologist. He has extensive experience managing large-scale initiatives, including serving as a program manager for projects exceeding $100 million, with a focus on delivering strong returns on investment for stakeholders. His educational background includes graduate studies in organizational development, further supporting his expertise in leading complex efforts.

Malik’s volunteer work reflects his dedication to community and civic engagement. He has served as Vice President for the Chicago District Employee Activities Council, contributing to major events across the city such as the JP Morgan Annual Marathon, the Democratic National Convention, and various other significant gatherings.

With his blend of professional expertise and community service, Malik Khan is prepared to serve the Democratic Party and help realize its full potential for the benefit of South Barrington and beyond.

Karen Deering 

Karen is a Registered Nurse and has been working in the pharmaceutical industry for more than 20 years. She and her husband moved to Barrington Village in 2004 and have raised their three children in Barrington 220 schools. She is an alumnus of Northern Illinois University. She has done volunteer work within the schools, with Vitalent and Red Cross blood drives, with the DNC, and with the Barrington Area Democrats to name a few. She is looking forward to meeting more folks in the neighborhood in order to strengthen our community and to achieve our shared goals.

Pam Hoffman 

Bio coming soon!

Joel and his family have lived in Barrington Township for 35 years. He and his wife Cathleen have raised two sons who attended Barrington High School. He is a strong believer in the value of well-run schools, libraries, and towns. These are valued institutions that deserve our attention where important services are delivered to our community. Joel has served as the Hoffman Estates Zoning Board of Appeals Chairperson and has served on several other community committees. He was a representative on the CUSD 220 referendum advisory group. As a professional engineer, he understands the importance of clean water, safe roads, and green infrastructure for the quality of life it brings to all of us. 

Aminah Ahmed is a dynamic social activist, talk show host, and public speaker. At 16, she became the host of the talk show NextGen, featured on platforms such as Apple TV. Aminah recently graduated summa cum laude with honors from the University of Illinois Chicago and is now preparing to begin law school. During her time at UIC, she served as a representative in the University of Illinois Student Government, The Honors College Advisory Board, and The Pre-Law Association. She is also an Interfaith America Fellow, committed to bridging divides through dialogue and civic action. In addition to her campus leadership, Aminah has worked with various political campaigns and grassroots movements focused on justice, equity, and human rights. She is deeply passionate about advocating for the freedom of political prisoners and aspires to make her mark in the field of International Law. Her work and voice have been recognized in multiple outlets, including the Chicago Tribune, for her impactful activism and commitment to justice.