CHICAGO (WLS) -- Dozens of Black clergy gathered Thursday on Chicago's West Side to send a message about the race for the U.S. Senate in Illinois. The seat is being vacated by Senator Dick Durbin next year.

The faith leaders endorsed Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi in the race, hoping it will hold some sway beyond their church walls.

Krishnamoorthi hopes their endorsement will give him a boost at the ballot box.

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The three major Democratic candidates, Krishnamoorthi, Congresswoman Robin Kelly and Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, have been raising money and stockpiling endorsements for months. As these faith leaders have been evaluating the race, they felt it was important to come together for Krishnamoorthi now.

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