Yepsen: Harriman exit could slow Plummer but not win
Political analyst David Yepsen of SIU says Brad Harriman’s departure creates a hiccup for Democrats in the 12th District race. Plummer gains time to fundraise and campaign while Democrats search for a well known strong candidate with name recognition in the Metro East and potentially Southern Illinois. The race remains highly competitive and national party money will flow to the nominee.
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Jason Plummer
David Yepsen
Paul Simon Public Policy Institute
SIU
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Plummer
Yepsen
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12Th District
Illinois
Harriman drops out of Illinois congressional race due to health
Harriman of O Fallon withdraws from the 12th District race citing worsening health since 2010 and risk of long term injury if untreated. He urges party leaders to swiftly select a successor, with Alan Pirtle stating the process will be fair and transparent. Plummer offers support and reflects on deferring to health.
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Illinois
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Costello
Barb Brown
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Speaker Madigan Voices Resolve Ahead of Session Finale
Speaker Michael Madigan of Illinois dismisses threats and derogatory statements as he outlines several major issues to resolve before the session ends. He stresses a professional tone and calls for focused work.
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Pensions bill stalls as House fights cost shift concerns
House floor erupts as Democrats block Republican attempts to exclude districts from pension cost shifting. Speaker Madigan, Minority Leader Cross, and Rep Best clash over potential tax hikes while a panel okays the plan aimed at cutting an 83 billion unfunded liability. The measure, Senate Bill 1673, would shift costs to schools and colleges, sparking fears of higher property taxes and tuition.
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Senate
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D-Northbrook
Pat Quinn
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Chicago
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James Bachman
Illinois Retired Teachers Association
Bachman
Illinois Cigarette Tax Plan Aims for Budget Balance
The proposal, likely to be signed by Gov Quinn, would raise cigarette and other tobacco taxes effective July to bring in about 800 million dollars for health care subsidies. It faces opposition from border retailers and includes hospital tax provisions within Medicaid reforms. Nearby state taxes vary from 17 cents to 4.35 dollars per pack, impacting cross border sales and local economies.
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Benton
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Rokanville
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