Primary thoughts quote du jour on the 1996 election
Political analysis ahead of the March 19 primary notes the 1996 race could redefine trends. Prof Paul Green cites past elections from Adams to Bryan, argues 1996 may break patterns unless budget issues or Steve Forbes’ GOP bid reshape the race.
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Paul Green
Governors State University
John Adams
William Jennings Bryan
William McKinley
Bryan
Green
Steve Forbes
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Balanoff voices battle with Weller in 11th district race
Clem Balanoff a Chicago activist and former state rep outlines a broad ideological clash with GOP Rep. Jerry Weller. He accuses Republicans of wealth redistribution, welfare and Medicare cuts while defending his own efforts on local issues including Lake Calumet airport derailment and a cargo airport idea to spur jobs. BurkeyBytes teased for next week.
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Mike” Giglio
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Cleister
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O’hare
BurkeyBytes
Weller Defends GOP Budget Plan in Star Visit
Weller says Democrats misdefine budget cuts as misinformation and notes programs like Medicare and student loans will still grow under the GOP plan, just more slowly. He recalls Joliet Arsenal bill passage and GOP gains on President Clinton stance about big government.
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FebBytes tease hints at two Republicans in potential lawsuit
A jumble of politics and names from Illinois and national figures surfaces. Lipinski criticizes GOP budget cuts to nursing home safeguards, while Arthur Jones seeks the 3rd District GOP nomination amid party opposition. Campaign events include Frank Burkey’s Feb 18 brunch at Harrah’s Joliet and Will County co-chairs led by Sangmeister Dunn and McGuire.
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U.S. House
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Frank Burkey
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Will County
George Sangmeister
Mokena
Tom Dunn
John McGuire
Rosewood West
Crestwood
Jesse Jackson Jr
Robbins
Bob Kustra
U.S. Senate
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Orland Gopers
Afl-Cio
Arline Fantin
Dcalumet City
Debbie Halvorson
Bobby Rush
Network
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Jesse White
Bremen T
Park Forest resident demands scrutiny of Centre project spending
Cynthia Van Ort appeals to Park Forest residents to demand a thorough review of consulting and legal fees for the Centre. She condemns President Kelly's stance on bids and urges town meetings to ensure value, accountability, and resident input before further expenditure.
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Park Forest
Anthony) Peterson
Patrick) Kelly
Kelly
Kathleen Orr
Cynthia van Ort
Lights and beauty to the Editor South Chicago Heights salute
The South Chicago Heights Beautification Committee hosts the seventh annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Christmas house decorating contest. Volunteers including Ron Bruns, Chicago Heights Public Works, and Grant School staff organized the events. Winners earned cash prizes, with ribbons donated by Bob Bozak. Planning for a spring 1996 craft show at Grant School is under way, call Pam Palanca for details.
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Ron Bruns
Ron
Michigan
Chicago Heights
Larry Prisco
Bob Klinger
Bill Brink
Patti Katz
Paul Peterson
Angelo Petrarca
Santa Claus
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Barbara McCauley
Bill James
Barbara Hernandez
Katy James
LaVerne Austin
Bob Carl
Pasquale Sabino
Enterprise
Bob Bozak
Grant School
Pam Palanca
Tony Capua
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