We just want the good congressman. By any measure, the 10th is a quintessential swing district. But much of that was his personal popularity, combined with his moderate views on social issues. Democrats have won some state legislative seats in the district. Democrat Richard J. Durbin carried the 10th during his 1996 Senate victory, just as Republican Peter G. Fitzgerald did during his successful 1998 Senate race.
Polls show a tight race.
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