I found his web site: Kenny Johnson Jr. for State Representative

He is a businessman and weekly columnist for the Chicago Defender. I couldn't find a way to pull up an index of his columns so maybe a google search is the best way:
site:chicagodefender.com "kenny johnson" - Google Search

I'm not finding too much about the election but I assume it is November 4th, 2008? Please correct me if I am wrong.

I heard Elga Jefferies speak once and wasn't too impressed, but I am not in a position to judge her record. Thanks for your summary. Maybe you should run ;-D

Eric