Hotly contested races to fill the Governor Seat and soon to be vacant US Senate seat.
With all the big and endorsements from insiders and outsiders of Illinois, the race comes to a decision tomorrow in the nation first 2010 mid-term elections primary. With a corrupted Governor out of office and a sitting US Senator name Roland Burris is not seeking a full term, has caused Illinois to have a very crowded field of candidates.
State Comptroller Dan Hynes is challenging appointed Governor Pat Quinn for the office of Governor; this has been a nasty and heated race between the two. Both candidates are vying for the democratic nomination.
The republican nomination for Governor is up for grabs as well in Illinois. Former state AG Jim Ryan was the early favorite, but he seemed to be relying heavily on name recognition. Former state GOP chair Andy McKenna now has chance to raise his profile via a massive TV ad campaign, and it looks like he may have the late mo'. Kirk Dillard and Billy Brady are looking to peak through the clouds as well.
The United States Senate seat formerly held by now President Barack Obama is up for grabs in Illinois. Current Senator Roland Burris who was appointed by former ousted Governor Rod Blagojevich is not seeking a full term. Three top democratic contenders are vying for the seat, that includes Illinois Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias, former city Inspector General David Hoffman and Chicago Urban League president Cheryle Jackson.
