Illinois State Politics
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49th candidates at odds on school fundingOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - A political newcomer hopes to unseat a longtime state representative in the race for Illinois' 49th District. Democrat Rachel Shattuck, 24, a real estate transaction ma...
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Grandfather says she's got the backbone for the jobOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - I am writing today to give you a more personal perspective of Anita Forte-Scott, state representative candidate for the 56th District. I am Anita's grandfather and have ...
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Forte-Scott is campaigning on the factsOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - The other day I received an automated call from Paul Froehlich in which he accused his opponent, Anita Forte-Scott, of being a liar. After listening to the recorded mess...
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Gentes must give details on job lossOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - Bill Gentes wrote of contrition in his letter to the editor on Oct. 17; however, he states the reason why he was not truthful about his employment was that he was embarr...
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Tax policy center of 27th Senate raceOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - Peter Gutzmer refutes his opponent's claim he's out to raise taxes. State Sen. Matt Murphy's ad campaign includes a 30-second cable TV spot likening the Democrat to Gov....
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Nowak's the choice for cleaner actOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - Since Dennis Reboletti has decided to vote with the polluters, I will vote against him. He says he will vote against the Clean Cars Act, a bill that will save us all mon...
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Daily Herald wrong on 44th house raceOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - I was disgusted with the Daily Herald this morning upon reading the editorial board's endorsement of Republican challenger Peggy Brothman over state Rep. Fred Crespo. Re...
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Candidates should stick to truth in campaignsOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - As long time residents of the 53rd District we are proud to call Sid Mathias our state representative. Sid embodies all that is good about public service. Everyone is en...
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Negative campaigning drags everybody downOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - Greetings. I have supported Sid Mathias since he was first elected mayor of Buffalo Grove. I am supporting Sid Mathias now to continue as our state representative. I am ...
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District 33 candidates disagree on transportation bailoutOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - District 33 Illinois senate candidates Dan Kotowski and Mike Sweeney don't agree on the new sales tax approved earlier this year to bail out public transportation. Sween...