[Don Munn]

There is a huge power struggle for the control of the GOP in Illinois.

Anyone who gets in the way or is a threat like Jack Ryan or Mike Ditka is thrown overboard to the press.

Judy Barr Topinka the leader wants to be the Gov and doesn't need anyone sharing the spotlight.

[Iowa Granny]

There is a huge power struggle for the control of the GOP in Illinois.

Thanks for this info. I am not up to speed on Illinois politics, and I appreciate your insite.