Article: Pucinski's Politics Serve Her Well

In the face of powerful opposition, Circuit Court Clerk Aurelia M. Pucinski is making a strong bid to win the endorsement of the Cook County Democratic Central Committee.

Ald. Thomas Murphy (18th) is set to challenge Pucinski with the tacit support of Mayor Daley and Cook County Board President John H. Stoger.

Cook County Republican chairman Manny Hoffman is hopeful that even the GOP could benefit from a Murphy-Pucinski battle.

But, at least for now, Pucinski has outflanked her opposition. Neither Daley nor Stroger is actively promoting Murphy. Pucinski is taking advantage of their inactivity. She's locking in the support of ward and township committeemen.

A confident Pucinski ...

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