Illinois State Politics
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Grateful for Duffy's stand against CNOct 12, 2008 11:00 pm - I would like to thank State Senate candidate Dan Duffy in the 26th District for his support against Canadian National's attempt to purchase EJ&E tracks to run many freig...
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Suburban races could decide if Dems keep control in SpringfieldOct 12, 2008 11:00 pm - SPRINGFIELD - A dozen suburban state Senate and House races could decide the balance of partisan power at the state Capitol as both parties now ramp up ads and grass-roo...
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Gutzmer supports clean cars actOct 12, 2008 11:00 pm - The Clean Cars Act, HB 3424 in the Illinois legislature, directs the state of Illinois to adopt clean car standards to reduce pollution. Fourteen other states have adopt...
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Mathias doesn't play politics on legislationOct 12, 2008 11:00 pm - I don't live in state Rep. Sid Mathias' 53rd District but know him personally and know his reputation. Sid truly represents bipartisanship. He takes positions which are ...
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Our seniors wanted to see youOct 12, 2008 11:00 pm - Shame on you, Mr. Froehlich, for blowing off the seniors at Emerald Village, but then I guess that's to be expected from someone who doesn't know if he is a Republican o...
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Candidates discuss economy at Arlington Heights forumOct 11, 2008 11:00 pm - Nurturing a healthy Illinois business climate and keeping a rein on the state's finances were key issues at a debate held Saturday in Arlington Heights. Republican Matt ...
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Froehlich, Forte-Scott spar over Democratic tiesOct 11, 2008 11:00 pm - State Rep. Paul Froehlich got right to it on Saturday. In his opening remarks at a candidate forum in Schaumburg, Froehlich asserted that he is not "a friend to Rod and ...
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Electing Gray is first step to changeOct 10, 2008 11:00 pm - As far as the state of Illinois is concerned, it is time for a change. The current majority in charge of the Illinois executive, House and Senate branches have had all t...
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Race heating up between Gentes, Duffy for state senateOct 09, 2008 11:00 pm - Republican Dan Duffy and Democratic Round Lake Mayor Bill Gentes are expected to receive plenty of assistance - financial and otherwise - in the final weeks of a spirite...
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Foes agree casino in Chicago would be bestOct 09, 2008 11:00 pm - The state's budget crisis has Republican state Sen. Matt Murphy and Democratic challenger Peter Gutzmer softening their stances on gambling expansion. Both say they coul...