Democrat Robin Kelly hit the jackpot — sort of. The 2nd District special election candidate in Illinois won the lottery for the top spot on the primary ballot. It's a small victory, but every advantage helps in a crowded field for what officials expect to be a low turnout primary Feb. 26. The winner of the Democratic primary will likely become the next Member of Congress from this heavily Democratic district on Chicago's south side. On Tuesday, election officials hosted two separate lotteries to determine the ballot order. (more…)
