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Elk Grove Republicans collect for homeless vets Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Elk Grove Township Republican Organization is collecting donations for a facility in North Chicago that houses homeless veterans at its regular monthly meeting 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Rose Garden Cafe, 111 E. Higgins Road, Elk Grove Village. Items sought include men’s belts and shoes in all sizes and styles. For information, email dnevarr@aol.com.
Rand Paul to deliver tea party response to Obama Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
The Tea Party Express, one of the largest organizations in the movement, said Friday that Kentucky senator Rand Paul will deliver its response to the state of the union speech.
Kirk: My long walk back to the SenateFeb 2, 2013 12:00 AM
I’m different from what I was. My left leg and left arm might never work like they once did, but my mind is sharp. I’m capable of doing the work entrusted to me by the people of Illinois, but I am forever changed.
Brady likely to run for governor again Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
The Republican lawmaker who came close to unseating Gov. Pat Quinn in 2010 said he’s laying the groundwork for another run for governor. WJBC Radio reported Friday that state Sen. Bill Brady of Bloomington sent an email to supporters asking them to donate to his campaign fund.
Dillard next governor hopeful in Schaumburg series Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
Illinois State Sen. Kirk Dillard will be the next speaker at the Schaumburg Township Republican Organization’s “Meet Your Next Governor” series at the group’s monthly breakfast meeting at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 at Chanlder’s Chophouse, 401 N. Roselle Road in Schaumburg.
U.S. Sen. Rand Paul at Lincoln Day Dinner Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
U.S. Sen. Rand Paul will be the keynote speaker at the Sixth Annual Northwest Suburban Republican Lincoln Day Dinner honoring U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk on Monday, March 4 at Cotillion Banquets, 360 Creekside Drive in Palatine. This year’s theme is “Never, Ever Give Up!”
Murphy, Morrison to attend Palatine Twp. GOP meeting Jan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
The Palatine Township Republican Organization's next meeting will feature state Rep. Tom Morrison and state Sen. Matt Murphy. The meeting, which is free and open to the public, will take place at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 at the organization's office, 839 N. Quentin Road, Palatine.
GOP state senators get extra work, pay after losses Jan 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Republicans in the Illinois Senate hold a dubious distinction: Because of a November shellacking, every one of them will have a caucus or leadership post — and the accompanying stipend — in this legislative session.
Schaumburg Township Democrats to appeal removal from ballot Jan 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Five Schaumburg Township Democrats removed last week from the April 9 ballot will appeal the ruling to a Cook County circuit court judge. "The voters of Schaumburg Township deserve a real election with real choices on April 9," party official Mike Cudzik wrote in a statement announcing the appeal.
Will gay marriage stance cost GOP chairman his job?Jan 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Newly elected suburban state Sen. Jim Oberweis of Sugar Grove is rounding up fellow Illinois Republican officials to try to oust the chair of the beleaguered party, Pat Brady of St. Charles, over Brady's support for legalizing same-sex marriage. “All of my time is now being spent responding to emails on social issues,” he said. “I don't think those are the most pressing issues we should be dealing with.”
Brady still thinking about a second term as chair Jan 24, 2013 12:00 AM
In the wake of calls for his removal over statements supporting gay marriage, Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady reflects on the last few years at the helm of the state party and says he's not ruling a bid for another term. "I feel like we're in the process of taking a good hard look at where's the party's at," he says.
GOP governor contenders mostly mum on BradyJan 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Should Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady should keep his party post after voicing support for same-sex marriage? The growing field of likely GOP gubernatorial primary bidders is largely silent on the issue. Only state Sen. Kirk Dillard of Hinsdale, who described Pat Brady as a “gregarious and fearless leader,” said he agreed with Pat Brady that the party needs to be more open and inclusive and gain additional supporters.
State Sen. Brady to speak in Schaumburg Jan 21, 2013 12:00 AM
Illinois State Senator and 2010 gubernatorial nominee Bill Brady will be the first speaker at a new monthly series presented by the Schaumburg Township Republican Organization entitled, "Meet Your Next Governor."
Editorial: GOP Chairman Brady on the right trackJan 15, 2013 12:00 AM
State GOP Chair Pat Brady of St. Charles took a stand supporting the legalization of same-sex marriage in Illinois - a smart move both socially and politically, a Daiy Herald editorial says.
Republican Party seems as divided, angry as ever Jan 5, 2013 12:00 AM
The GOP's internal struggles to figure out what it wants to be were painfully exposed after Mitt Romney's loss to President Barack Obama on Nov. 6, but they have exploded in recent days.
Objections filed against Schaumburg Township DemocratsJan 4, 2013 12:00 AM
A pair of objections were filed Thursday and Friday against the candidacies of all five Democrats seeking elected office in Schaumburg Township this spring. While one objection made the more common complaint that the candidates' statements of economic interest weren't properly filled out, the other charged that the candidates were slated by a new Democratic committeeman who hadn't been selected by proper procedure.
Hastert: 'You get things done by finding compromise'Dec 30, 2012 12:00 AM
Packing up his government office, former House Speaker Dennis Hastert of Plano reflects on his past and future, and the state of the Republican party. "Whether a union is marriage or not a marriage, we get down in this minuscule debate all the time, and we end up pushing away the people who can make contributions to the party," Hastert said.
Fiscal cliff ads pick up where campaign stopped Dec 7, 2012 12:00 AM
In general, the ads are less sharp-edged than the most caustic 2012 election spots. In many cases, the intent is to bring pressure to bear on the whole of Congress, not just a particular member or group of members. But combined, the ads reflect the high stakes involved and intense competition to shape the outcome.
Palatine Twp. sees crowded field of GOP candidates Dec 5, 2012 12:00 AM
Nearly 20 Republicans divided into three slates have filed to run for office in Palatine Township, with the widespread interest prompting a primary election on Feb. 26. Exactly who the winners will face in the general election remains unclear, however, with the Democrats declining to disclose their candidates until later.
Elk Grove Republicans nominate slate of township candidates Dec 5, 2012 12:00 AM
The Republican Organization of Elk Grove Township held a caucus on Tuesday night to nominate a slate of candidates for the April 9 consolidated election, officials said.