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Congress is on track for record retirements. In Illinois, that’s created a candidate frenzy
A record number of nearly 60 Democrats compete in Illinois' March 17 primary for six open seats, driven by multiple retirements and sparking intense campaign activity.
- Nearly 60 hopefuls are vying for six open House and Senate seats in Illinois due to record congressional retirements.
- The open seats offer a chance for a new crop of Democratic candidates to shape the next caucus.
- Voters find it overwhelming to evaluate so many candidates with overlapping opinions.
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Congress is on track for record retirements. In Illinois, that's created a candidate frenzy
The signs that Illinois is having one of its most frenzied primaries in years are everywhere. That includes political printing presses reporting the busiest time in decades and debate organizers having to limit participation because there are so many candidates.
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