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Jesse Jackson Jr.
This Just In … U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson, Jr. Leads Democratic Opponent Debbie Halvorson by 36 Points, New Poll Says
(Chicago, IL) – March 12, 2012. A new poll obtained by THE iLLINOIS OBSERVER reveals that among likely Democratic primary voters in Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District, Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr. has solidified his support and is walloping ex-Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson by 36 percentage points. Governor Pat Quinn, who was likely tipped to the poll results … Continue reading
This Just In … Gov. Pat Quinn Endorses Jesse Jackson, Jr. over Debbie Halvorson
(Chicago, IL) – March 11, 2012. Annoyed by ex-U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson’s public campaign for the job of Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary in an effort to box in Gov. Pat Quinn on the decision, Quinn today returned the favor by endorsing Halvorson’s opponent, Jesse Jackson Jr. in their congressional primary battle. Continue reading
Will Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s Endorsement Help Dem State Representative Hopeful Christian Mitchell?
(Chicago, IL) – March 1, 2012. Unlike his predecessor ex-Mayor Richard Daley, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has been actively wading into Democratic legislative primary fights, and Emanuel did so again today, throwing his support to Christian Mitchell who’s locked in tough race against Kenny Johnson. Continue reading
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IL General Assembly
- S&P lowers Illinois' credit rating over pension issues - Chicago Sun-Times August 29, 2012
- Randy Frese says he won't take pension if elected in 47th Senate District - Galesburg Register-Mail August 29, 2012
- Quinn Vetoes Gambling Plan - Patch.com August 28, 2012
- General Assembly to Discuss Pension Woes, Derrick Smith Expulsion - Patch.com August 18, 2012
- Union flatly denies GOP allegation - The Capitol Fax Blog (blog) August 21, 2012
- IL GOP doubles down on Madigan money - The Capitol Fax Blog (blog) August 24, 2012
- Local pension problems - Chicago Tribune August 1, 2012
- Radon legislation will protect kids, homeowners - Chicago Sun-Times August 21, 2012
- Emanuel touts 'real good progress' in talks with unions on pension crisis - Chicago Sun-Times August 14, 2012
- Moody's could lower Illinois credit rating over pension inaction - ABC7Chicago.com August 23, 2012
The Capitol Fax Blog
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