Daniel Biss isn't the only progressive challenger running for the Illinois statehouse that's bringing in some heavy dollars. Aurora Austriaco,
the 43-year old Park Ridge Democrat attempting to become the first
Asian-American member of the Illinois General Assembly, significantly
outraised 65th District Rep. Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) during
the first two quarters of 2008.
According to the semi-annual reports filed with the Illinois Board of Elections, Austriaco brought in $81,754.38, almost doubling Mulligan's take of $43,962.08. That gives the Democrat a $20,000 cash-on-hand advantage over the 16-year incumbent.
Unseating an entrenched pol like Mulligan is certainly going to take some major dollars, so this is a great sign. You can bet Austriaco will be talking this up as she makes her rounds throughout the district.
(H/T Capitol Fax)
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