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Put Illinois Taxpayers First: Pass Pension Reform

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

From Americans For Prosperity-Illinois… Illinois politicians raised taxes last year by 67%, yet we still have the worst-funded pension system in the nation, with over $85 billion in unfunded liabilities. This problem exists because politicians in Springfield skipped pension payments, … Continue reading →

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AFP: Tell Legislators to Stop Special Treatment for Government Unions‏

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

From Americans For Prosperity-Illinois… Taxpayers should always take precedence over the demands of special interests – whether they are corporations or unions. Unfortunately, a loophole allows government unions to give large campaign donations to the very politicians with whom they … Continue reading →

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