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2026 Elections

Labor Day kicks off Illinois’ fall campaign season with distractions becoming a leading theme

Labor Day marks the unofficial launch of the fall general election campaign, and for the major candidates it also means a shift from downstate fairs, tours and rallies to the vote-rich Chicago area.

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