Illinois faces tight budget as new revenue looks scarce
Illinois eyeing new revenue amid a bleak budget forecast from the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability predicting only 630 million in new revenue for the fiscal year starting July 1. Gov and lawmakers weigh cuts, overdue bills, and a plan to shutter the Stateville maximum security unit to save about 100 million next year.
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Vermont echoes of impeachment and war in primary aftermath
Vermont voters backed Obama in a landslide as Clinton pressed a tough national race. The Brattleboro town meeting debated indicting Bush and Cheney, passing 2 012 to 1 795, reflecting Vermont’s direct democracy culture and strong war impact with high service member deaths and economic strain. Amy Goodman hosts Democracy Now.
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Hillary Clinton surges in primaries fuels calls to withdraw
The piece argues Hillary Clinton gains in Ohio Texas Rhode Island primaries and jokes about media critique. It mocks Barack Obama and media narratives while urging Clinton to divorce Bill, criticize Bill Clinton’s influence, and claim political talent. It cites CNN CBS polls and mentions media portrayals and satire.
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