The 21st Show

Can Republicans Regain Power in Illinois?

 
The entrance to the annual Republican Day rally at the Illinois State Fair is shown in this file photo from August 15, 2019.

The entrance to the annual Republican Day rally at the Illinois State Fair is shown in this file photo from August 15, 2019. Brian Mackey/Illinois Public Radio

Relegated to super-minority status in the General Assembly and Congressional delegation, do Illinois Republicans have a path back to power? Who will challenge Gov. J.B. Pritzker and U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth next year? And will Democrats pay a price for going it alone on drawing new legislative districts?

Guests

Greg Hinz @GregHinz
Political columnist
Crain’s Chicago Business

Rick Pearson @rap30
Chief political reporter
Chicago Tribune