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Did Life in the Shadow of President Obama Push Jesse Jackson Jr. Over the Edge?

A columnist who's covered Jackson since his first days in public office suggests Obama's rise sent Jackson to his downfall.

U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.— who came into Congress bearing the heavy weight of his family name and lofty ambitions — counted Chicago's third airport as a signature issue for the better part of his time in office. And there's been no stauncher advocate for that project than Southtown columnist Phil Kadner. Construction of such an airport would bring much-needed jobs to an area plagued by chronic unemployment, and the airport itself, once realized, would serve as an economic engine for decades to come. So went the mantra. Targeted for a rural area outside the 2nd District until the latest congressional remap put the land into his district, Jackson's pursuit of the airport irritated Democrats and Republicans alike, from Chicago to Will …

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2012 Election Results: How Oak Park, River Forest and Forest Park Voted

The results are in. Find out who won the races for county, state and congressional seats and other elections in Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest.

When the votes are tallied tonight, check back to Patch for all of the results impacting your neighborhood.  Throughout the night, we'll be posting updates on the vote counts and talking about the presidential election and more in our live blog. Tonight: Join Patch's Live Blog As Election Results Roll In Read our Oak Park and Forest Park election guide for information about local races and candidates.  Want to keep talking about the election? Like us on Facebook and get the latest local news sent free to your email: Anxious About the Election? Talk to a Therapist as the Results Come in at Buzz Cafe. 58-Year Election Judge Says Local Precinct Social Event of the Season At Village Hall in River Forest Voters Say Yes to Obama, No to Home Rule

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