Illinois U.S. House 14th district special election, 2008
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Category: 2008 special elections
U.S. Rep. Dennis Hastert (R) retired from congress on November 26, 2007. This special election will fill the remainder of his term in the 110th Congress.
Candidates:
- Democrats:
- Bill Foster - businessmann and scientist website
- John Laesch - 2006 nominee
- Jotham Stein
- Joe Serra
- Republicans:
Dates: Primary - February 5, 2008, General - March 8, 2008.
Comments: Foster won! He beat Oberweis 52-48. These two will meet again for the regular election in November. The Chicago Tribune endorsed Foster. The 14th district leans Republican, but it is competitive.
External Links
- IL-14: Hastert Finally Set To Resign - Mydd.com, November 26, 2007.
- DailyKos diaries