Who'd step in if Dems purge Burris, Stroger? - Sun-Times
If Illinois Democrats succeed in purging politically radioactive Sen. Roland Burris and Cook County Board President Todd Stroger from the party's ticket, what fresh new African-American faces can they recruit to attract African-American voters to the polls?Burris: I Need Funds For 2010 Campaign - CBS Political Hotsheet
In an effort to stay in the Senate seat to which he was appointed by former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, U.S. Senator Roland Burris has one thing going for him: Name recognition.Burris Keeps 2010 Guessing Game Alive - Roll Call
It's practically inconceivable that anyone living in his native Illinois – or any of the other 49 states, for that matter – hasn't heard of the embattled junior senator and his troubles. But Burris’ time in the spotlight, along with his tumultuous tenure in the Senate, may be a short one. In an interview with the Beltway publication The Hill Thursday, Burris indicated that he won't campaign for election to the seat he now holds if he feels he cannot raise enough money. He said he will make his decision in the next few weeks.
“I'm moving into a phase now where I will be talking to people and assessing the opportunities in terms of my ability to raise the funds and stay here," Burris told The Hill.
Roland Burris Gears Up for Doomed Reelection Bid - Politics Daily
If Burris goes ahead with his campaign, he's got two very daunting numbers staring at him.That last sentence. What does that even mean? Do people running for student government need budgets larger than $845?
The first is 5. As in the 5% he gets in a poll for a potential Democratic primary.
The second is 845. As in $845, the total number of dollars he fundraised last quarter. You can't even run for Student Council on that kind of budget.
Polish Constitution Day Parade in Chicago - Polish News
BTW, photo credit goes to Brooke Collins, City of Chicago according to the Polish News article. It was attached to a release from the Mayor's office although no mention is made of Burris being in this picture.
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