WHEATON – Illinois' 6th CD will be a bellwether district – and whether incumbent Republican Peter Roskam or Democrat challenger Sean Casten emerges as the winner next Tuesday could be crucial in determining whether the Democrats take control over the U.S. Congress and Nancy Pelosi becomes House Speaker once again.
One of the most volatile and nasty campaigns in Illinois this time around has been this race – and groups are stepping up with efforts to squash Casten's support in the once-very Republican district.
If Peter Roskam had not been such a non-committal weasel on the immigration issue, he would have had a solid GOP base and not be in this mess right now.
Republicans should probably hold their noses, and vote for weasel Roskam – but only for President Trump’s sake.
And serious consideration should be given to primarying Roskam 2 yrs. from now – if he manages to squeak thru this.
Roskam has been weak on many conservative issues, there is no doubt about it. We still need to get out for him in the next few day, though, because we are not making any statements now that will help our cause. A Casten win will only embolden the left, and you can kiss any conservative agenda good-bye around DuPage County.