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Illinois Issues: Illinois’ Storied History Of Choosing Its Second-In-Command
In 2010, lawmakers changed the rules for how the state picks its second-in-command. No longer would voters separately nominate candidates for lieutenant governor and governor in the primary, and hope for a successful match.