![Lt. Gov. Evelyn Sanguinetti, Gov. Rauner & AG candidate Erika Harold during Governor's Day rally September 15, 2018.](https://will.illinois.edu/images/uploads/50217/rauner-sanguinetti-harold_0__medium.jpg)
Republicans Tout Unity After Divisive Primary, Challenging General Election Ahead
Republicans held their annual rally at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield Wednesday with a message of party unity. Bruce Rauner still holds the top office in state government. But as he pushes for re-election, he’s trying to appease conservatives who feel betrayed and whose support he needs to win a second term.