 From 1932 to 1994, Republicans still usually had more control over Illinois politics, although Democrats still had a presence in the state and many noted Democratic politicians, most notably Adlai Stevenson II (lost to Republican Dwight Eisenhower twice), came from Illinois.President Ronald Reagan also came from Illinois, despite living in and serving two terms as Governor of California.The last time Republican carried in presidential elections was 1988, when George H. W. Bush won Illinois by 2.1% marginal points.