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Dems say Adlai's delay hurts party chances in 82
Democratic leaders across Southern Illinois say Adlai E Stevenson III may jeopardize 1982 governor chances by delaying his decision. Stevenson refused to rule out a run, deferring until August while praising Thompson's record but acknowledging odds against a run rise. County chairs urge a clear stance to lure other candidates.
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Dems
Adlai
Mpuipclu
Illinois
Adlai E. Stevenson III
Stevenson
Capitol
Lincoln Academy
Xedo
James R. Thompson
C. Ray Chancey
Democratic Party
Jackson County
Chancey
Myri Franke
Henry County
Neil F. Hartigan
Senate
Philip J. Rock
Doak Park
Rock
Ernor
R. Todd Renfrow
Sangamon
Thompson