Articles filed under State Legislature
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Why aren't false attacks on Walker getting more press?Oct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - A recent Daily Herald editorial lambasted the Democratic Party mailings on behalf of state representative candidate Mark Walker, accusing Mr. Walker of trashing his oppo...
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Crespo has strong anti-tax recordOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - Rep. (Fred) Crespo doesn't just talk the talk, he walks the walk. In our harsh economic time, I'm so thankful that not only did Rep. Crespo successfully lead the fight a...
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Gentes' admission took courageOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - I am so impressed with Bill Gentes, the candidate for state Senate. His willingness to humble himself and set the record straight took guts and courage. Many of us who a...
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They cross aisle to support Forte-ScottOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - It is quite rare for two Democrats to endorse a Republican for elected office. We do, however, without reservation, endorse Anita Forte-Scott for Illinois State Represen...
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42nd District candidates argue over adsOct 29, 2008 11:00 pm - State Sen. Linda Holmes and Republican rival Terri Ann Wintermute are defending themselves against what they say are untrue negative campaign ads in their race for the 4...
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Farnham right for 43rd DistrictOct 29, 2008 11:00 pm - As a state legislator, I know the hard work that is necessary to bring different groups together to make positive changes for a community. I believe the people of the 43...
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Shattuck has fresh ideasOct 29, 2008 11:00 pm - I have known Rachel Shattuck for almost 10 years and watched her grow from a smart, shy girl to a strong, powerful woman. I consider myself a Republican, but can say I s...
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Please, no tricks with yard signsOct 29, 2008 11:00 pm - Residents display the signs of the candidates they support on Election Day. What bothers me is when candidates decide to put up signs on properties through misinformatio...
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Challenger calls on rival to return taxpayer moneyOct 29, 2008 11:00 pm - Personal finances are continuing to play a role in the war of words between the candidates in the 56th District state House race. Republican challenger Anita Forte-Scott...
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Tryon works with his constituentsOct 29, 2008 11:00 pm - Recently, I had the opportunity to work with State Rep. Mike Tryon to try to correct a road design change on the road where I live. This correction was to ensure the saf...