Observations on a fraught Illinois legislative session
Claude A. Walker reports mid-session struggles in Illinois with public aid reapportionment and the judicial article. He cites a $800 million public aid budget, debate over birth control funding, revenue stalemates, and looming special sessions. He notes TV exposure and quips about truck restriction talk and a columnist quote.
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Expressway chaos amid stalled trucks and reckless driving
On the Edens expressway northbound through Monday he observes two lanes blocked by massive trucks. A giant 12 wheeler zigzags around, passing other trucks and cars at 60 mph, illustrating how accidents are born.
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