Summary
The upcoming primary election in Illinois is important for the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC). AIPAC is spending a lot of money to support a candidate in the race to replace Congressman Danny Davis, who is retiring.
Key Facts
- The Illinois primary is important for AIPAC, an organization that supports U.S. policies beneficial to Israel.
- AIPAC is involved in the Democratic Party's ongoing discussions about its stance on Israel.
- AIPAC has committed at least $1.9 million in campaign ads for this election.
- The primary is to find a successor for Rep. Danny Davis, who is retiring.
- Melissa Conyears-Ervin, the city treasurer of Chicago, is backed by AIPAC in the upcoming primary.
- There are more than a dozen candidates running in this primary election.
