Washington Week with The Atlantic

Political Landscape: Illinois

Clip: 03/16/2012 | 3m 51s

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A look at the GOP candidates' strategies and campaigns in Illinois: How are local officials getting involved in the race? What issues are coming up as the candidates campaign? How organized are the candidates' on the ground? Springfields WSEC Capitol View moderator Jamey Dunn explores the race with local reporters Chris Wetterrich of The State Journal-Register & Mike Riopell of The Daily Herald.

Aired: 03/16/12

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