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Radogno uses Lameduck Republicans to Support Obamacare, Tax Hikes, and Democrats

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Senate has passed HB 5007, which is a waiver for Cook County’s Medicaid system (see roll call below). The bill was passed with the stipulation that it will go into effect only if the Illinois General … Continue reading →

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McHenry County GOP’s Great Failure Mirrors State Party’s

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

-By Warner Todd Huston Cal Skinner over at the McHenry County Blog has been following the failure of the County GOP to bother finding and slating candidates to run against Democrats in the county — specifically House Rep Jack Franks. … Continue reading →

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Roskam Meets with Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat in Washington

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

From the office of Rep. Peter Roskam (R, Illinois 6th District)… WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Peter Roskam (IL-06) sat down with the Mayor of Jerusalem Nir Barkat to discuss the future of Jerusalem and the economic development of the city … Continue reading →

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Walsh Stands Up for Victims of Domestic Violence

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

From the campaign to reelect Rep. Joe Walsh (R, Illinois 8th District)… WASHINGTON – Congressman Joe Walsh (IL-8) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization of 2012 (VAWA) that passed the House. … Continue reading →

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Schilling Calls on Senate to ‘Lead by Example’

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

From the campaign to reelect Bobby Schilling (Illinois 17th District)… Senate once again fails to pass budget or propose alternative EAST MOLINE, Ill.—With a unanimous 99-0 rejection of President Obama’s budget proposal, the U.S. Senate has now extended their streak … Continue reading →

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Rep. Walsh to Congress: No Budget, No Pay

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

From the office of Rep. Joe Walsh (R, Illinois 8th District)… Demands vote to put an end to Members’ pay if an annual budget is not passed WASHINGTON – Today Congressman Joe Walsh (IL-8) doubled down on his support for … Continue reading →

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Sen. Warner, Rep. Kinzinger Pleased with Sec’y. Panetta’s Order on F-22 Raptor Oxygen Issue

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

From the office of Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R, Illinois 11th District)… Following meeting with Air Force officials, bipartisan duo says more work to be done WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL-11) today … Continue reading →

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OUTRAGE: Republican Group Demands Recall of Illinois GOP Chair Pat Brady

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

From Illinois Citizens for Ethics Reform… SEE THE MODEL: ASK YOUR ORGANIZATION TO ADOPT ‘THE RECALL RESOLUTION’ SEE NEW VIDEO AD PREVIEW: “GIVE THE ILLINOIS GOP BACK TO THE PEOPLE” – Restore Republican Voting Rights Now Statement by Illinois Citizens … Continue reading →

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Dold Given the FED ED ‘Champion of Public Education’ Award

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

From the office of Rep. Robert Dold (Ill., 10th District)… WASHINGTON, DC – Last week, U.S. Congressman Robert J. Dold (IL-10) was given the “Champion of Public Education” award for his support of IDEA funding, Impact Aid, and focusing on … Continue reading →

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Report from the Chair of the 13th CD Selection Committee

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Warner Todd Huston

-By Jon Zahm When I started this blog I expressed concerns of conflicts of interest with State Party Chairman Pat Brady serving as Chair of the committee. To his credit, Brady stood down and asked 18th CD State Central Committeeman … Continue reading →

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