Pat Quinn Could be Drag on Illinois Democrats
(Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call) Former Judge Ann Callis, the Democratic nominee taking on Rodney Davis in the Springfield-based 13th District this fall, attended the breakfast.
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Pat Quinn Could be Drag on Illinois Democrats
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The national political tide isn’t looking good for Democrats, but in Illinois this November, down-ballot candidates have an even bigger problem: the drag of Gov. Pat Quinn.
Back Home, Top Senate Democrats Upbeat About Holding Majority
SPRINGFIELD, Ill., — Back in their home states for the August recess, the Senate’s two top Democrats said Wednesday they are optimistic about the prospects of maintaining control of the chamber in November
Rodney Davis Topped $600,000 in First Quarter
Davis, who emerged unscathed from the 13th District Republican primary last month, will also report more than $940,000 in cash on hand.
Oberweis’ Illinois Senate Bid Testing Theory That Persistence Pays Off
space of six years in the previous decade, he poured many gallons of his riches into five failed campaigns for high-profile positions — earning not only that enduring nickname, but also the enmity of Republican
Oberweis’ Illinois Senate Bid Testing Theory That Persistence Pays Off
space of six years in the previous decade, he poured many gallons of his riches into five failed campaigns for high-profile positions — earning not only that enduring nickname, but also the enmity of Republican
Democrat Hits the Air in Top Illinois Race
The ad, which highlights Callis’ support for veterans — a bipartisan issue — will air on broadcast and cable in the Springfield market, and is backed by a $20,000 buy, according to a source tracking
2013’s Most Interesting Financial Disclosures
Republican Rep. Blake Farenthold of Texas, 47th on the 50 Richest List, derives most of his net worth from a single trust set up by his grandmother to benefit his two children.
Ohio Democratic Party Staffer Dies
Branstad, a Republican. Albrecht has also worked on several state and presidential campaigns in the Hawkeye State.
National Republicans Send Staff to Massachusetts #MASEN
The National Republican Senatorial Committee has committed at least four staffers to help nominee Gabriel Gomez in the final weeks of the June 25 contest.
Five Things to Know About Tuesday’s Massachusetts Senate Primary
While the race changed following the bombing, few observers see a Republican able to pull off a surprise upset in the general election on June 25.
Ex-Rep. Bob Edgar Dies at 69
Although he represented a traditionally Republican district in the Philadelphia suburbs, Edgar got himself re-elected by small margins five consecutive times, likely because of his appeal to working-class
Will Reid and McConnell Road-Trip To Springfield?
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid wants a piece of his Republican counterpart’s basketball action.
Warner Joins Chorus of Gay Marriage Backers
Rob Portman, R-Ohio, became the first Republican Senator to support same-sex marriage, after disclosing that his son, Will, is gay.
Lynch, Markey Ready for Senate Primary Brawl in Massachusetts
But Democratic insiders see a plausible path to victory for him if Markey stumbles and Lynch can unite strong union support with working-class Democrats in urban areas such as Boston, Worcester, Springfield
Five Races in Which the Gun Debate Matters
As a result, I support a federal assault-weapons ban, perhaps like the legislation we have in Massachusetts,” he said to the Springfield Republican right after the Connecticut shootings.
Gun Group’s Rhetoric Signals Tough Road for Legislation
proposals, however, are likely to run into the opposition not only of the National Rifle Association — one of the most formidable lobbies in Washington — but also from Gun Owners of America, a smaller, Springfield
Massachusetts: Assessing the Would-Be Candidates for a Senate Special Election
The Springfield Republican reported in November that Patrick expressed distaste for the law that allows the special election rather than an appointment to hold the seat for the remainder of the term.
NRSC Funneled Money to Missouri GOP That Supported Akin
. | In the last days of the 2012 campaign, the National Republican Senatorial Committee sent $760,000 to the Missouri Republican Party, which appears to have used the money to run TV ads for Rep.
Joe Walsh Struggles With Crossover Appeal in Chicago Suburbs
Her fan base extends downstate to Democrats in Springfield, who redrew the 8th district to be more favorable to the party and to include her Hoffman Estates home.