The race to become Illinois’ next chief legal officer is off to a furious start after Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s sudden announcement that she wouldn’t seek a fifth term.
 
A Republican former Miss America’s campaign has been reinvigorated. Two Democratic state lawmakers have stepped forward. And so many others are contemplating runs that news outlets are posting online trackers of who’s in and out. The mad dash for the only open race for statewide office next year means there could be a crowded primary ballot, at least on the Democratic side.
 
“It’s going to be a very vigorous race,” said Republican Erika Harold of Urbana, who declared her candidacy last month. “My message will remain the same. I’ve been focused on putting the people before the powerful.”
 
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