Politics: Afternoon Edition: Illinois key to Democrats’ House hopes

If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. Thursday, March 22, 2012 HEADLINES Illinois key to Democrats' House hopes Democrats hope that their down-ballot candidates in Obama's home state can help them retake the House. » Read full article Obama promotes oil in energy policy The president called Thursday for new and faster construction of the nation's petroleum pipelines, delivering a message of reassurance in deep-red Oklahoma that the oil industry has a key role in his energy plan. » Read full article Rick Santorum's end game (and why it matters) Remember: It's not when Santorum decides to begin winding down his campaign that matters. It's how he does it. » Read full article Study: Ron Paul's House seat enriches his family Turns out it pays to serve in Congress — if you're the lawmaker's son, grandson, niece or cousin. » Read full article 5 reasons Romney could surprise in Louisiana There is an argument to be made that Louisiana, whose primary is Saturday, is more fertile ground for Romney than any of the six Southern states where he has lost to this point. » Read full article QUOTE OF THE DAY Romney adviser Eric Fehrnstrom joking about the over 200 percent rise in stock for Etch a Sketch parent company Ohio Art following his comparison yesterday of the general election to an Etch A Sketch: "Etch A Sketch stock is up? Psst, I'll mention Mr. Potato Head next." MULTIMEDIA Video: Super PACs bring the negativity The Washington Post's Felicia Sonmez discusses why the candidates in this year's GOP presidential race appear to be slinging so much mud at each other. Get The Washington Post, your way. Want to stay on top of the latest news, features, commentary and more? Here's how: Mobile: Alerts: Social Media: Applications Web site E-mail SMS RSS Feeds Facebook Twitter SEND TO A FRIEND UNSUBSCRIBE E-NEWSLETTER CENTER GET HELP Washington Post Digital E-mail Customer Care 1150 15th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20071 ©2012 The Washington Post Privacy Policy