They said it: Quotes from crowd

"This really has to stop. Why should I even pay my bills?"

-- Frank Skrski, of Inverness, on emergency room care for illegal immigrants

"He's taking the heat. And I've got to give him credit for that."

-- Palatine Councilman Jack Wagner

"In my household, I would have to reduce my spending. I couldn't go to my employer and say you have to give me more money."

-- Nancy Golelba, Inverness

"First of all, I'd like to state I don't hate you."

-- Vince Thombetta, Hoffman Estates