Rep. Jackson claims dirty trick

CHICAGO -- In a city renowned for political machinery and election shenanigans, U.S. Rep. Jesse L. Jackson Jr. says he's the latest victim of dirty tricks.

Jackson, D-Ill., son of civil rights leader the Rev. Jesse Jackson, faces a primary challenge from a man registered for the ballot in the March primary as Jesse L. Jackson. The challenger is a political newcomer with no voter registration, and there are questions about whether his middle initial really is "L." Nine petition circulators for the challenger will be called to court Jan. 9 to explain their actions.