* I have no idea who is telling the truth here…
Sneed hears ailing U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush, who’s battling cancer, is being urged to resign so a successor would be in place before the November election.
The stunner: Sneed hears rumbles Ald. Sandi Jackson is on the short list and could make history by becoming, along with her husband — U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. — the first couple in Illinois to represent separate districts.
The stats: Sneed also hears those angling for the position (those who have been lobbying Dem committeemen) are Ald. Freddrenna Lyle — and Sneed is told Congressman Rush’s wife, Carolyn, would also be interested in replacing her husband if he had to step down due to health reasons.
* Reaction…
Sharon Jenkins, the director of national media relations for Congressman Rush, says the report is “not based on reality.”
And Jenkins says no one is urging Rush to resign. […]
A statement from Rush’s office, quoting Rush, says, “I am and I remain a candidate for re-election in the November general election and look forward to serving the people of my district.”