South Suburbs emerge as pivotal Illinois legislative battleground
With primary votes done, South Suburbs loom large in plans for the 2000 state legislative races. Democrats hold 62-56 in the House and Republicans 32-27 in the Senate, but competitive districts like the 37th and 36th spark fears of flips. Candidates stress issues over party labels as census redistricting and a high-turnout presidential year could tilt map draws and control.
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Illinoist House battles southern battleground races
Democrats hold a 62 to 56 edge as key Illinois House races across districts 5 96 37 38 47 48 79 showcase incumbents Maggie Crotty James Brosnahan Kevin McCarthy Darrell Sanders Mark Ettler Daniel Kremar Robert Ryan Jr George Scully and rivals Renee Kosel Eileen Lyons Maureen Burns Bexta Patricia Viasis Anne Zickus Susan Gowen await November outcomes in a pivotal political fight.
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Bush candidacy excites Illinois supporters in 1996 race
Durham says voters should favor Geo Buh Unio over Bob Dole in 1996. He notes Dole vanished from Illinois before the last election and predicts strong support for Bush this time.
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