Watching the 13th Congressional District, that is.
We noted in early April that the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) had added IL-13 to it's list of targeted races. This means they intend to offer organizational and research assistance to Scott Harper's bid to unseat Republican Rep. Judy Biggert. Today, the Herald News reports on this "national nod," noting that the DCCC isn't ruling out naming Harper to its high-profile "Red-To-Blue" list later in the year:
"There's no firm commitment at this point, but we're hopeful down the road," Harper said.
Ryan Rudominer, Midwest regional press secretary for the committee, said the DCCC is watching the 13th District, although he declined to comment on whether the party would contribute financially to Harper's campaign.
"Congresswoman Biggert has largely ignored the economic needs of middle-class families, she rubber stamps President Bush's failed agenda and we're keeping an eye on this race," Rudominer said.
In related news, the Harper campaign organized 38 volunteers over the weekend to canvass for Obama in Lafayette, IN. Over at Prairie State Blue, Mark Garrity has a first-hand run-down. For more on Chicagoland Obama supporters volunteering for him in Indiana, check out Mose's recent feature.
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