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Democratic Senator Richard Durbin was elected to the Senate in 1996 by a 56 to 41 percent margin. He won the seat after two-term Democratic Senator Paul Simon retired. He was re-elected in 2002, by a 60 to 38 percent margin. Illinois is a traditionally Democratic “blue” state.


Obama Advisor Jarrett Not Closing Any Doors

We check in with a friend and top advisor to President-elect Barack Obama.
Incumbent Sen. Durbin Wins

Sen. Dick Durbin wins IL senate seat.
Durbin and Sauerberg Debate for Senate Seat

Last night's debate between Illinois U.S. Senator Dick Durbin and his Republican opponent, Steve Sauerberg, got heated over their views on the economy.
IL Senate Candidates Debate

Tony Arnold debriefs us on Monday night’s debate between incumbent Illinois Senator Dick Durbin and Republican challenger Steve Sauerberg.
Durbin, Sauerberg to Debate Monday Night

One of two debates between the major party candidates.
Republican Questions Durbin's Lobbyist Family Member

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin's getting some flack from his Republican challenger in his bid for re-election.
Sauerberg Wins the Republican Nomination For Senate

Sauerberg uses his medical knowledge to push his platform on healthcare reform.
Republican Senate Candidate Forum: Tuesday, January 22, 2008

The Republican candidates for the U.S. Senate seat from Illinois speak at a forum.
Early Voting Begins Today

Registered voters can cast an early ballot starting today.
Senate GOP Hopefuls Gear Up

Candidates take aim at Illinois U.S. Senator Dick Durbin's seat.
Big Money for Durbin Campaign

Second quarter fundraising numbers are in.
Durbin on Iraq War Funding

One of the country's most powerful politicians gives his take on the Iraq war-funding bill.