Rep. Chris Bos (R-Lake Zurich), left, and Democrat Nabeela Syed, right, are competing in the 51st House District.

If Republicans hope to add to their ranks in the General Assembly, they must protect their incumbents. First term Rep. Chris Bos (R-Lake Zurich) is facing a tough challenge from the left from 23-year-old Nabeela Syed of Inverness, who is well-funded and growing her name recognition.