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How we did a story on Illinois Congressional voting absences, and why
The House of Representatives doesn’t readily disclose what percentage of roll-call votes lawmakers miss. But an independent legislative tracking service, whose Web site is GovTrack.us, does.
I turned to GovTrack late last year when writing about...Tags: Facebook, Politics, Democratic Party, Justice System, Justice System
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Walsh to seek re-election in 8th Congressional District
Clout StreetCongressman Joe Walsh told supporters tonight he plans to seek re-election in the 8th Congressional District, a change of heart from three months ago. The decision means Walsh is likely to win the Republican primary but face a stiff general election...Tags: Tammy Duckworth, Iraq War (2003-2011), Mike Quigley, Politics, Wrigleyville
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Republican challenger to Rep. Joe Walsh won't run in primary
Clout StreetThe most high-profile Republican primary challenger to freshman Rep. Joe Walsh in the state’s new northwest suburban 8th Congressional District announced today she was dropping out of the race. Darlene Ruscitti, the DuPage County superintendent...Tags: Government, Civil and Public Service, Parties and Movements, Politics, Pat Brady
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Illinois congressional candidates seek spots on ballot
Clout StreetDozens of contenders for Illinois' 18 newly drawn congressional districts filed candidacy paperwork on opening day Friday, setting the stage for potentially contentious contests in the March 20 primary. The first-day filers included 12-year Republican...Tags: Mike Quigley, Politics, Parties and Movements, Democratic Party, Evergreen Park
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Small business owner talks about toll of credit crunch
TribLocal - Plainfield » NewsJohn Reynolds, franchise owner of Sign A Rama in Bolingbrook, has always paid the company’s credit cards on time. But Reynolds – who relies greatly …... -
Illinois congressional candidates seeks spots on ballot
TribLocal - Gurnee » NewsDozens of contenders for Illinois' 18 newly drawn congressional districts filed candidacy paperwork on opening day Friday, setting the stage for potentially contentious contests in …... -
Congressmen say mass transit will take hit under GOP bill
TribLocal - ElmhurstIllinois congressmen warned today that a major transportation bill being debated in Washington could cut into long-term funding for transportation projects in the Chicago area, …... -
Five candidates vying for open seat in new 11th Congressional District
TribLocal - Joliet » NewsOut in a new congressional district that spans Aurora, Naperville and Joliet, a Democratic scientist is trying to get back in the political game and …... -
Biggert foe remains off Tuesday’s primary ballot
TribLocal - Downers Grove » NewsU.S. Rep. Judy Biggert will remain unopposed in the Republican primary in the 11th Congressional District. An Illinois appellate court ruled late Wednesday to uphold …... -
Speaker Boehner headlines Hinsdale fundraiser for remap challenge
Clout StreetU.S. House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio headlined a suburban fundraiser on Friday, helping raise money for a Republican legal challenge to the state's new Democratic-drawn congressional map that could reverse the GOP’s gains in last year’s...Tags: Aaron Schock, Mike Quigley, Minority Groups, Illinois, Politics
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D.C. quake leaves staffs of Illinois lawmakers shaken up
Tribune reporterStaffs of Illinois lawmakers were "a bit unnerved" by today's earthquake but left their offices in good order with no injuries reported. "I've got a whole new view of the lyrics, 'I feel the Earth move under my feet,' " quipped Sharon Jenkins,...Tags: Illinois, Crime, Law and Justice, Luis Gutierrez, Robert Dold, Starbucks Corp.
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Roskam: Days when government could just write disaster relief check are over
Clout StreetRepublican U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam today defended comments from House leadership contending that government funds for disaster relief from Hurricane Irene must be offset by spending cuts in the federal budget. The third-term congressman from Wheaton, a...Tags: Illinois Governor, Economy, Business and Finance, Disasters, Illinois, Hurricane Irene (2011)
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