Hynes makes run for governor official, sets up battle with Quinn

Illinois Comptroller Dan Hynes has made official what's been talked about for weeks: He's running for governor.

That sets up a Democratic primary fight with Gov. Pat Quinn, who hasn't officially announced his re-election plans but has indicated he'll run for a full term.

Hynes announced his intention to run in an e-mail to supporters. He says he'll make a formal announcement in the coming weeks.

In the e-mail, Hynes was quick to take a swipe at Quinn without naming the governor. He said Illinois needs a leader with a "clear" and "consistent" vision and not someone "who changes positions daily."

Hynes has accused Quinn before of being inconsistent in his demand for a large tax increase and chastised him for inciting "panic" by threatening massive cuts to vital state services that never materialized.