AIPAC faces test of its power in Illinois primary as Democrats debate future of Israel relationship
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.
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