Immigration Reformers Protest Rep. Kirk in Chicago
Marchers gather outside of a City Club of Chicago luncheon to protest the immigration stance of Rep. Mark Kirk (R-IL) on April 15, 2009 in Chicago. Kirk is considering running for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Democrat Roland Burris in 2010. (UPI Photo/Brian Kersey)
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