(WREX) — Former Illinois State Sen. Darren Bailey has announced his next steps after a recent tragedy.

Bailey said in a video posted to Facebook that he plans to continue his campaign for Illinois Governor. The decision comes after Bailey's son, daughter-in-law, and two grandkids were killed in a helicopter crash in Montana in late October.

Bailey and his wife, Cindy Stortzum, appeared in the video.

"The last two weeks have been some of the hardest days of Cindy’s and my life," the post's caption read. "We’re hurting, but we’re leaning on our faith, our family, and the prayers and support so many of you have shared. It truly means more than we can say."

"We believe Illinois is worth fighting for, and we’re committed to moving forward — one day at a time," the post's caption finis

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