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"I think the hate for Trump is out of hand. It’s out of control. We have to settle down," Illinois GOP National Committeeman Richard Porter said. Former President Barack Obama urged a pivot away from polarization.
Assassination attempts targeting populist leaders have had a track record of boosting their popularity.
The former U.S. House and Senate candidate takes over next week for a party grasping for unity against Democratic domination in Illinois.
"We have some very good potential candidates out there that ... would excite, not only the Democratic Party, but independents who make the difference in these elections," the former U.S. Commerce secretary said.