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Hultgren wants government to back off on businessAurora Beacon NewsThe second-term state senator is in his 12th year in the Illinois legislature, having served four terms in the ...Republicans hope to paint 14th District red againAurora Beacon Newsall 3 news articles »
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Shakman's new target: State government clout hiresChicago Sun-TimesRod Blagojevich flouted the law so often that court intervention is needed to stem what he calls "the pervasive nature of patronage abuses in Illinois ...and more »
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Up close and personal with Dem Senate candidatesChicago Sun-TimesInstead, today we try to let the Democratic candidates for US Senate from Illinois introduce themselves to you with their answers to personal as well as ...Giannoulias, Kirk continue to lead Senate racesChicago TribuneIllinois: GOP eyes Obama's former Senate seatDubuque Telegraph HeraldBrown's win shows GOP how to seize Obama's old Senate seatThe HillWAND -WJBD Onlineall 18 news articles »
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch (blog)Recommendations in Illinois Senate and governor primaries.St. Louis Post-DispatchHe is conservative, but not doctrinaire, and has worked effectively across the aisle on issues important to the state. Before being elected to the Senate in ...GOP governor's hopefuls split on campaign finance limitsChicago Daily HeraldFacts behind the GOP contest for Ill. governorMLive.comall 8 news articles »
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Chicago Press Release Services (press release)Strategic fail: Quinn campaign gives us the outrage of Bobby RushChicago Tribune (blog)Quinn could have vetoed every bill passed until there was a real reform bill in Illinois, there wasn'ta chance that an override would succeed, ...Will GOP governor Raise income tax?Southtown StarQuinn, Hynes seek Democratic nod for governorBelleville News DemocratIll. congressmen blast Hynes ad attacking QuinnABC7Chicago.comSIU - Daily Egyptian -Chicago Sun-Times -Chicago Currentall 220 news articles »
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KOMO NewsObama to skip jury service dutyThe Press AssociationWith his first State of the Union speech set for Wednesday, Mr Obama has a busy week ahead. Mr Obama was a US senator from Illinois before he was elected to ...Obama Skips Jury DutyDaily Contributorall 416 news articles »
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Senator cuts costs by stopping scholarshipLaSalle News Tribune“At a time when Illinois faces the worst fiscal crisis in its history, and colleges face a severe drop in state support, we need to ensure every dollar the ...and more »
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ReutersGOP Seeks to Widen Field of Play in Fall ElectionsNew York TimesThe party also faces competitive Senate primaries in Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, North Carolina and Ohio, reflecting, among other issues, strains between ...For Obama, a mandate to be moderateWashington PostGOP candidates latch on to Scott BrownLos Angeles TimesMassachusetts' Senate surprise is a mandate to moderateNew Haven Register (subscription)The North Star National -FOXNews -Capital Timesall 5,742 news articles »
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Murphysboro AmericanCourt ruling expected to make Illinois Senate race costlier, uglierChicago TribuneGiannoulias, the freshman state treasurer, also criticized Republican Senate candidate Rep. Mark Kirk, saying Kirk has taken more corporate money in his ...Democrat Senate hopefuls visit southern IllinoisMurphysboro AmericanIn Illinois Senate Race, Round Up the Unusual Suspects: Are the Wheels Coming ...Big Journalism (blog)The man who would be senatorIllinois TimesChicago Sun-Times -Chicago Current -Southwest News-Heraldall 80 news articles »
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Jim Madigan, Democrat, is an attorney running for the Illinois 7th State Senate seat in Chicago. He is challenging incumbent Heather Steans in the Feb. 2, 2010 primary election, also a Democrat. Steans, a very wealthy woman from a very influential family, has the big-money backing of "The Machine." Madigan granted a joint interview on January 4, 2010 to Chicago News Bench and to Phil Reese of The Bilerico Project. In this interview, the first of five segments, Madigan discusses his advocacy ...
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...is a five-term Republican congressman from Highland Park, Ill., who is running against four other candidates in the state's Feb. 2 U.S. Senate primary. A Naval Reserve intelligence officer, Kirk holds the rank of commander and has served in Afghanistan, Iraq,...
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Where's Sen. Dick Durbin when you need him?
While other senators were making gravy for their states in exchange for supporting health care legislation, Durbin parlayed his job as Democratic whip, the second most powerful party job in the Senate, into,
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Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford offers unique Campaign Contribution opportunity over the holidays!
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WASHINGTON--Illinois Senate President John Cullerton (D-Chicago) met with members of the Illinois congressional delegation on Thurday on a trip here that included a fund-raiser Wednesday night for the state senate political committee.
I caught up with
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Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford recently went on Comcast Newsmakers to discuss various proposals to raise taxes.
Candidate for the Illinois State Senate in the 7th District, Jim Madigan, speaks before the crowd at the Chicago Equality Rally on Sunday, October 11th. For more information on Jim Madigan visit www.jimmadigan.com or find him on Facebook at Jim Madigan for Illinois State Senate and follow Jim's campaign on Twitter. ... "Jim Madigan" "Jim Maddigan" "Chicago Equality Rally" "National Equality March" "Elect Jim Madigan" "Elect Jim Maddigan" "Illinois State Senate" "Illinois 7th District" ...
From a September 24, 2009 press conference at which the SEIU Illinois State Council announced its endorsement of Alexi Giannoulias in the Democratic primary for US Senate.
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford asks the question, "Do I need a haircut"? It was prompted by Chicago Sun-Times columnist Neil Steinberg referring to his "steel-tinted crew cut".
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford discusses the proposed service tax proposal that passed the Illinois Senate in late May, 2009.
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford discusses summer travel options for Illinois families who are choosing to opt for a "staycation."
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford announces his candidacy for the Office of Illinois State Treasurer.
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford discusses the Bridge Budget
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Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford urges funding for opening the Thomson Correctional Center. The Senator has toured Thomson and was recently in the community calling for a cooperative effort between correctional officers and Governor Quinn.
Governor Mitt Romney speaks at a Chicago Club Reception for Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford at a Chicago Club Reception withSpecial Guest Govenor Mitt Romney.
Clayborne of Belleville, Illinois is accused of using Blagojevich like tactics to solve a personal issue. At question, is the Senator using his elected position to try and pressure his child's superintendent?
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford - Blagojevich Indictment
A rally held in Woodstock Illinois to demand the right to select who will represent Republicans at the Illinois Republican State level. Currently, there is no accountability for our Republican Party in Illinois. Voters do not have a say. Chris Lauzen has introduced Senate Bill 600 which is currently in the State Senate. If approved, it will once again give Republicans the opportunity to select who will represent them. Andy McKenna and his cronies are fighting this tooth and nail and have ...
Reaction to the proposed tax increases of the Democratic Majorities and Governor Pat Quinn by Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac)
State Senator John Millner (R-Carol Stream) talks about Gov. Pat Quinn's FY 2010 budget proposal, which includes a 50 percent income tax increase for individuals and businesses. www.johnmillner.com
State Senator Michael Noland speaks at the Harry S. Truman. This annual fund raising dinner is for the benefit of Kane County Democrats.
Pontiac Correctional Center update by Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac)
Illinois State Senator Chris Lauzen (R-Aurora) asks for your help to get Senate Bill 600 passed. Senate Bill 600 would allow Republican voters in the Illinois primary election to elect their State Central Committeemen. To learn more about what you can do to help, call Sen. Lauzen's district office at 630-264-2334. You can view the bill at: is.gd ++++ Please call these nine senators and ask them to vote Yes on SB600: Dale Righter: 217/235-6033 Maggie Crotty: 708/687-9696 Lou Viverito: 708/430 ...
Illinois State Senator Chris Lauzen (R-Aurora) asks for your help to get Senate Bill 600 passed. Senate Bill 600 would allow Republican voters in the Illinois primary election to elect their State Central Committeemen. To learn more about what you can do to help, call Sen. Lauzen's district office at 630-264-2334. You can view the bill at: is.gd
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford addressed the Career Technical Education Legislative Day.
Illinois Senate Legislation to create a permanent solution to fill US Senate Vacancies by Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac)
The Impeachment Trial of Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich Floor Speech by Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac)
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford gives a candid, Behind the scenes, presentation on the emotions of the Impeachment Tribunal for Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich and a rally for change to the Tazewell County Republicans.
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford gives a candid, Behind the scenes, presentation on the emotions of the Impeachment Tribunal for Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich and a rally for change to the Tazewell County Republicans.
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford speaks about the University of Illinois Veterans' Childrens Tuition Waiver
Impeachment Trial of Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich and Pontiac Correctional Center update by Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac)
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AFP - Illinois lawmakers on Thursday ousted the state's corruption-tainted governor accused of trying to auction off President Barack Obama's Senate seat for personal gain.
The state Senate voted 59 to 0 that Democrat Rod Blagojevich abused his
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The Impeachment Trial of Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich update by Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac)
The Impeachment Trial of Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich update by Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac)
The Impeachment Trial of Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich update by Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac)
The Impeachment Trial of Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich update by Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac)
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