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Daily Herald Article Shows Serious Problems in Illinois
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This story adds to the case for a constitutional convention ; a serious re-examination of our state’s financial operation is in order. For one thing, Illinois already has a balanced budget clause, but has we read here it has to be strengthened. As we dive further and further into debt-nearly $108 [...]
Need for a Constitutional Convention Highlighted in the Tribune!
Great Op-ed in the Chicago Tribune
Wanna send a message to Springfield? Better yet, wanna change the way they do business there?
We can. I’m talking about one of the state’s best-kept secrets. On Nov. 4, we’ll decide in a referendum whether to hold a state Constitutional Convention. The Con Con, as it’s informally known, is on [...]
“Yes for Illinois” making the news
Many of the issues that make the other speakers believe that the constitution should be reviewed include the disparity in property taxes, the inequality in education for Illinois children and even the option to recall or impeach elected officials - a topic recently in the news when the senate did not pass a bill that would allow such a measure to become law.
Excellent Tribune Op-Ed touts a “Yes” vote!
If not now, when?
I’m talking about one of the state’s best-kept secrets. On Nov. 4, we’ll decide in a referendum whether to hold a state Constitutional Convention. The Con Con, as it’s informally known, is on the ballot every 20 years, thanks to the foresight of the people who drafted our state constitution in [...]
Let’s Get the Word Out
Right now, the most important thing we can do is tell everyone we know about the great opportunity this fall: a con con! Just tell your friends about it:
This November, you will be asked if Illinois should have a constitutional convention.
We think you should vote yes !
Vote yes for more open and transparent government!
Vote [...]
Upcoming Debate
Mark Your Calendar!!
On Tuesday, July 29th, 2008, WKRS, in conjunction with the Republican Assembly of Lake County and the Lake County Republican Party Central Committee, will be sponsoring a live radio debate between WKRS radio hosts Bruno Behrend and Al Salvi, moderated by WKRS host Fred Flanagan.
The public will be welcome to attend for [...]
