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NEWS
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Parks saves village during first week
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July 02, 2009
Pioneer Press
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Jim Parks has only been the village of Antioch's management analyst for just over a week, but already he has helped find some cost savings for the village.
Parks, an Antioch resident and businessman, said with staff members' assistance, he has helped save the village more than $100,000 annually in health insurance costs -- and that was just in his first week on the job.
"I'm very excited about it," Parks said of being the village's new management analyst.
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http://www.pioneerlocal.com/antioch/news/1646243,antioch-jimparks-070209-s1.article
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Concert to take place at Stevenson home
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July 02, 2009
Pioneer Press
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The Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home will host an outdoor concert on Saturday, July 11 at the farmstead in Mettawa to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln.
Former U.S. Sen. Adlai Stevenson III will narrate Aaron Copland's "Lincoln Portrait" performed by the North Suburban Symphony Orchestra, a reprise of his father's reading in 1964 with the work's composer and conductor in New York.
"Senator Stevenson will give additional background on his family's connection to Lincoln and his vision for the work of the Stevenson Center on Democracy, housed on the grounds," said Alan Teller, executive director of the Center.
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http://www.pioneerlocal.com/barrington/news/1641425,lake-county-countybriefs-070209-s1.article
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Kirk made reckless comments on trip
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July 02, 2009
Pioneer Press
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On a recent trip to China, U.S. Rep. Mark Kirk told the Chinese government that the budget put forth by the Obama administration should not be trusted. Upon his return, during a discussion about his China trip at the Center for Strategies & International Studies, he repeated his assertions by stating that the budget numbers that the U.S. government has put forward should not be believed. His rationale: We need to build trust and confidence in our No. 1 creditor.
What in the world was he thinking when he made such reckless comments?
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http://www.pioneerlocal.com/highlandpark/news/1646277,highland-park-letter-070209-s1.article
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Adams gets probation for kid porn Ex-mayor, GOP leader must file as sex offender
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June 30, 2009
The NewsSun
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Judge Patricia Golden, who was brought in from Kane County to hear the case, went along with a recommendation from a pre-sentencing investigation and prosecutor Patricia Fix's suggestion that Adams is suitable for probation.
Thomas Adams, 71, pleaded guilty in February to 16 counts of possession of child pornography, a Class 3 felony, which is punishable by up to five years in prison, but is also probationable. As part of his plea deal, more serious charges connected to the dissemination of child pornography were dropped.
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/1645023,5_1_WA30_ADAMS_S1-090630.article
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Ex-Green Oaks mayor gets 30 days for child porn
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June 29, 2009
Daily Herald
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In her remarks, Judge Patricia Piper-Golden called the images found on Tom Adams' computer "horrific."
"This is not in any way a victimless crime," she said.
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http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=303591&src=3
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Any Lake County Republicans wondering why they invited South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford
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June 26, 2009
The NewsSun
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Any Lake County Republicans wondering why they invited South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford to their annual spring wing-ding fund-raiser last month at Lincolnshire's Marriott Resort? Especially considering the governor confessed this week he's been carrying on an affair for some time with a woman in Argentina. While telling folks he was walking the Appalachian Trail this week, Sanford instead flew to Argentina to be with her. His wife, who said she knew about the affair five months ago, finally kicked her cheating husband to the curb and told him to stop speaking to her while she tries to deal with his infidelity.
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/opinions/1640411,5_4_WA26_DARTS_S1-090626.article
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Senator should have bigger concerns than traffic light cameras
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June 25, 2009
Pioneer Press
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In light of our state's financial crises, its lack of anti-corruption tools with teeth, the spiritless attitude our legislators demonstrated in abandoning their job to pass important, meaningful and needed legislation and the impending monstrous increase in the state income tax, I could not fathom why Dan Duffy chose such a low-priority topic for his half-page of space in your paper.
Then I realized that he chose a politically safe issue.
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http://www.pioneerlocal.com/barrington/news/1634377,buffalo-grove-reddessay-062509-s1.article
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Durbin pushes Senate bill to complete Lovell Center
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June 24, 2009
The NewsSun
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U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., helped introduce legislation Tuesday needed to complete the James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago.
The legislation -- which Durbin has asked the Senate Armed Services Committee to consider for inclusion in the 2010 National Defense Authorization Act later this week -- gives authority to the Navy and the Department of Veterans Affairs to jointly operate the new federal health care center.
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/1636097,5_1_WA24_VABILL_S1-090624.article
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Antioch critic gets village post
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June 24, 2009
The NewsSun
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James Parks, who retired from a management job in sales and marketing in 2003 to market his properties, said he is "fired up" about his new position.
"I am qualified. My skills will balance out those of Jim Keim," he said. "My main focus will be to increase new revenue streams for the village and help department heads work more efficiently with our existing work force.
"I will also work with the department of economic development," he added. "My multi-faceted role will free up more of the village administrator's time."
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/1636201,5_1_WA24_ANTGUY_S1-090624.article
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Ryg open house
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June 18, 2009
The NewsSun
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State Rep. Kathy Ryg, D-Vernon Hills, will host an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday Jun 23 at her 59th District office, 50 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 114, Vernon Hills. "This is an excellent opportunity to connect with my constituents and neighbors." Ryg said. "I rely on the feedback I receive from residents of the 59th District when I am considering issues in the House, and I look forward to meeting with them and sharing ideas." RSVP to (847) 680-5909
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/1628356,5_1_WA18_POLBRFS_S1-090618.article
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WARREN DEMS
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June 18, 2009
The NewsSun
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The Warren Township Democrats will hold their June general meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. June 25 at the Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. On the agenda will be the latest corrected draft of the by-laws before final approval later in 2009; final planning for the group's June 27 picnic and barbecue; and collection of new or new-like articles, gifts, gift certificates, etc., for the booth at Gurnee Days in August; and planning for a possible garage sale fund-raiser. Call (847) 223-0795, consult the Web site at www.warrentwpdemocrats.org, or write to P.O. Box 8061, Gurnee, IL 60031
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/1628356,5_1_WA18_POLBRFS_S1-090618.article
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State Sen. Susan Garrett: A state legislator's perspective on reform
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June 18, 2009
Pioneer Press
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I am committed to continue our quest for changing a system that begs for more accountability and transparency. But let's not lose sight of the goal: While our reform process has been characterized as a sprint to the finish, the way to accomplish real sustainable reform is to work together long enough to make sure we win the right race. It will take some more time to achieve the goal. It might also include some careful analysis and even some compromise. It will certainly take more than a few weeks.
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http://www.pioneerlocal.com/deerfield/news/1625587,deerfield-garrett-061809-s1.article
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Ryg to host open house
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June 18, 2009
Pioneer Press
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State Rep. Kathy Ryg, D-59th, of Vernon Hills, will host an open house at her district office on Tuesday, June 23, from 4 to 6 p.m., at 50 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 114, in Vernon Hills.
The open house is an opportunity for residents to give feedback on issues facing the 59th District. Persons are asked to R.S.V.P. at (847) 680-5909
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http://www.pioneerlocal.com/vernonhills/news/1626700,vernon-hills-brief-061809-s1.article
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Democrats Conduct Mini-Campaign Seminar at Woodstock Farm Bureau
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June 17, 2009
McHenry County Blog
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8th District Committeewoman for the Illinois Democratic Central Committee Nancy Shepherdson told of running for state representative twice against Lake County's Ed Sullivan,
“Every time I ran, he got fewer votes.”
Shepherdson urged candidates to find something to be passionate about and had some really good advice regarding attitude:
“If you're not having fun, why do it?”
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http://www.mchenrycountyblog.com/labels/Nancy%20Shepherdson.html
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Obama moving cautiously on financial regulation
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June 16, 2009
Los Angeles Times
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Obama's economic team appears to have decided to focus on issues directly related to the crisis, such as providing more oversight over the complex derivatives markets, rather than on an even more ambitious overhaul, said Rep. Melissa Bean (D-Ill).
"They're being very practical and prioritizing what they see as the "gotta do's" that address restoring confidence and market stability because that's where the concerns are and those longer-term comprehensive reforms will be addressed later," said Bean, who serves on the House Financial Services Committee. Congress must approve the administration's proposals.
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http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-regs17-2009jun17,0,1209365.story
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Ryg open house
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June 13, 2009
Daily Herald
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State Rep. Kathy Ryg of Vernon Hills will host an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 23 for constituents and neighbors. Ryg says she relies on feedback from 59th District residents when considering issues. The meeting is at Ryg's district office, 50 Lakeview Parkway, No. 114, Vernon Hills. Call (847) 680-5909
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http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=300330&src=3
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Presentation scheduled
for potential candidates
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June 12, 2009
NorthWest Herald
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The Democratic Party of McHenry County will present a special panel to provide information for potential local candidates.
The meeting will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday Jun 17 at the McHenry County Farm Bureau Building, 1102 McConnell Road, Woodstock.
“We want to encourage anyone who has considered running for local or countywide office to attend,” McHenry County Chairwoman Kathleen Bergan Schmidt said in a news release. “It’s going to be about everything you always wanted to know about being a candidate but were afraid to ask.”
Panelists will include Nancy Shepherdson, 8th District committeewoman for the Illinois Democratic Central Committee and chairwoman of 8th District Democrats and Independents, which actively supports candidates in Lake County and portions of Cook and McHenry counties.
Tom Cynor, county party treasurer and former candidate for state’s attorney, will speak about his experience as a candidate.
Also appearing will be Michael Bissett, who managed Paula Yensen’s successful campaign for County Board, and Mike Fourcher of Purely Political Consulting, who has worked on victorious campaigns and will address fundraising.
The program is free and open to the public.
For information, call the party at 815-788-9540
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http://www.nwherald.com/articles/2009/06/11/r_ronu2zoqrpahmjkap8hcia/index.xml
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Shields board seeks trustee candidates
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June 09, 2009
The NewsSun
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Shields Township is seeking candidates to fill a vacancy on its board of trustees created by the resignation of Trustee Alan Adams, who is moving out of the township.
Supervisor Gale Strenger Wayne said the board will conduct an open and transparent search for Adams' successor. His resignation is effective July 1.
"I wish Alan and his family all the best in this new chapter of their lives," said Strenger Wayne. "I know he would have been an outstanding trustee. Now we look to fill the vacancy with the most qualified, interested candidate."
The appointment runs through May 2013. Applicant cover letters and resumes are due today Jun 9 at the township office, 906 Muir Ave.
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/1613119,5_1_WA09_SHIELDS_S1-090609.article
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Just the Sport for A Leader Most Driven
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June 09, 2009
Washington Post
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Illinois state Sen. Terry Link, one of Barack Obama's early golfing buddies, sees a direct connection between the president's calm, methodical approach to the game and his personality. "He has a competitiveness in him, no doubt about it. But he has a smart competitiveness in him. He does not get to where he's going to blow his cool," Link says. "He's going to have a calculated aggressiveness, and that's how his life is, too."
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/06/08/AR2009060803812.html
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Town hall meetings scheduled
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June 08, 2009
Daily Herald
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State Rep. Mark Walker, an Arlington Heights Democrat, will hold a series of town hall meetings across his district after the legislative session to answer residents' questions. The meetings are scheduled for 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, with Village President Arlene Mulder, at Arlington Heights Village Hall 33 S. Arlington Heights Road; 7 to 8:45 p.m. Thursday, June 18, at Rolling Meadows Public Library, 3110 Martin Lane; 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25, at Elk Grove Village Hall, Lower Level, 901 Wellington Ave.; 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 27, outdoors at Cornell Park, Stratford Road and East Drake Lane, Des Plaines; and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, June 29, at Mount Prospect Public Library, Meeting Room B, 10 S. Emerson St. To reserve a spot, call (847) 640-8645
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http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=299021&src=1
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What will GOP changes on Lake County board mean in 2010?
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June 07, 2009
Daily Herald
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Four Democrats - Melinda Bush of Grayslake, Pat Carey of Grayslake, Diane Hewitt of Waukegan and Terry Wilke of Round Lake Beach - seized county board seats previously held by Republicans in the November 2008 election. That dramatically narrowed the GOP's long-standing majority, which had been 17-6.
"No one would've ever thought we could win four seats last time," said Terry Link, of Waukegan. "People want to see drastic changes."
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http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=298898&src=3
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Also worthy of praise
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June 06, 2009
Daily Herald
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We've been pretty tough on our legislators, pushing them to fight for corruption reform. We still think more of our rank-and-file Democrats have to band together for real contribution limits, recall and fair redistricting. But reformers in Springfield last week noted state Rep. Kathleen Ryg, a Vernon Hills Democrat, worked long, lonely hours trying to persuade her colleagues to stand up to House Speaker Michael Madigan and against the weak limits he passed. Thank you, Rep. Ryg. We need more courage from many more of our officials, especially the majority Democrats.
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http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=298841&src=
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Shields Township looks to fill board vacancy
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June 02, 2009
Pioneer Press
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Shields Township is seeking candidates to fill a vacancy on its Board of Trustees due to the recent resignation of Trustee Alan Adams, who is moving out of the township.
Supervisor Gale Strenger Wayne said the board will conduct an open and transparent search for Adams' successor. His resignation is effective July 1.
“I wish Alan and his family all the best in this new chapter of their lives,” said Strenger Wayne. “I know he would have been an outstanding trustee. Now we look to fill the vacancy with the most qualified, interested candidate.”
Residents wishing to fill the vacancy, which runs through May 2013, should send a cover letter and resume to Shields Township, 906 Muir Ave., Lake Bluff 60044 by June 10
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http://www.pioneerlocal.com/lakeforest/news/1602832,lf-briefs-060409-s1.article
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Political leader remembered
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May 30, 2009
Daily Herald
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The Patrick Sean Botterman Memorial Fundraiser, honoring the Wheeling Township Democratic committeeman who died unexpectedly last year, will be a 10:30 a.m. breakfast, Sunday, May 31, at Chevy Chase Golf Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. The keynote speaker is Dan Hynes, state comptroller, and the guest speaker is Dan Seals talking on campaign finance reform. Call Kathleen for information at (847) 253-9032
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http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=297252&src=1
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Garrett good fit for U.S. Congress
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May 30, 2009
Daily Herald
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As a former reporter and news anchor for "Lake County Live" on Star Channel 3 back in the 1990s, I can tell you first hand that I covered Susan Garrett when she made promises on the campaign trail and I continued to follow her after she was elected to see if she delivered on those promises. She did. Susan Garrett has protected us from noise pollution, water pollution and the pollution of corrupt politics. If she decides to run for this seat, although I do not live in the 10th District, I for one will be telling everyone I know in the 10th to vote for a truly independent politician with a conscience, a voting record to prove it, and an address that is actually in the 10th District. Susan Garrett I hope you decide to run for this seat and tackle federal issues the way you tackle those in the state.
Sharyn Elman
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Citizen group releases report on health care
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May 29, 2009
Lake County Journals
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Health-insurance premiums for Illinois working families have increased 73 percent from 2000 to 2007. At the same time, the median earnings of Illinois workers increased 13 percent from $26,806 to $30,322. That means health insurance premiums for Illinois working families have risen 5.6 times faster than wages, the report states.
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http://www.lakecountyjournals.com/articles/2009/05/29/80683717/index.xml
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Pierce appointed to taxpayer board
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May 28, 2009
Pioneer Press
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"The Taxpayer Action Board will help the governor, and Illinois taxpayers, by taking the long view on tackling our state's fiscal problems" said Dan Pierce, who currently serves as a trustee and former president of the North Shore Sanitary District in Lake County. "The kinds of changes that are needed to bring Illinois to a responsible fiscal state go beyond the ordinary process of budget review and legislative action."
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http://www.pioneerlocal.com/antioch/news/1586019,lake-county-countybriefs-052809-s1.article
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WARREN DEMS
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May 23, 2009
The NewsSun
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Warren Township Democrats will hold their May general meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday May 28 at Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. On the agenda will be long-term planning concerning the 2010 primary and general elections; revision and approval of new by-laws; signup and planning for a July picnic social; and signup to clean the group's adopted section of Stearns School Road on June 6. For more information, call (847) 223-0795, consult the Web site at www.warrentwpdemocrats.org, or write P.O. Box 8061, Gurnee, IL 60031
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/1588106,5_1_WA23_POLBRFS_S1.article
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Suter award
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May 21, 2009
The NewsSun
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Illinois Senate Majority Caucus Whip Susan Garrett, D-Lake Forest, is the 2009 recipient of the Carl Suter Award, given out by the Interagency Committee on Employees with Disabilities to those who strive to further the rights and opportunities for Illinois' disabled citizens. The award was presented to Sen. Garrett on Tuesday at a reception in Springfield.
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/1584192,5_1_WA21_POLBRFS_S1.article
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BEAN AWARD
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May 21, 2009
The NewsSun
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For the fourth year in a row, U.S. Rep. Melissa Bean, D-Barrington, has received the Spirit of Enterprise award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber presents the award annually to members of Congress based on their support for key business issues. Bean is a member of the Financial Services and Small Business Committees, as well as a vice-chair of the NDC, a coalition focused on economic growth and innovation.
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Moraine Township gets health transportation grant
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May 21, 2009
The NewsSun
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The Healthcare Foundation of Highland Park has awarded $35,000 to help underwrite costs of medical appointment trips for Moraine Township low-income senior and disabled residents using the township's Moraine Door-to-Door paratransit van service.
"It is certainly gratifying to have our senior/disabled resident transportation program recognized year after year," said Supervisor Mari Barnes. "The Healthcare Foundation of Highland Park has become a true partner in providing needed medical appointment transportation service support to our residents with limited financial means. "We are very grateful to the Foundation."
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http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/news/1584607,5_1_WA21_MORAINE_S1.article
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Garrett receives Carl Suter award
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May 21, 2009
Pioneer Press
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State Sen. Susan Garrett, D-29th, of Lake Forest, is the 2009 recipient of the Carl Suter Award. The award is given out by the Interagency Committee on Employees with Disabilities (ICED) to those who strive to further the rights and opportunities for Illinois' disabled citizens.
ICED was created by a statute in 1974 to represent the interests of employees with disabilities in Illinois state government. The committee advocates for the rights of state employees with disabilities.
"I will continue to advocate for employment opportunities for the disabled community," said Garrett. "They deserve the right to work and be equal members of society despite any disabilities they might have."
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Former Highland Park Mayor Pierce named to board by Gov. Quinn
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May 21, 2009
Pioneer Press
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"Because of my years of work in state government, I feel a real responsibility to help balance the budget and keep the essential functions of state government operating while realizing our need to drastically cut expenditures," Dan Pierce said. "I'm honored that the governor did remember my years of serviced and asked me to serve. I hope to work with him with our board reports Friday to work with him further this spring and summer on reducing the state budget deficits."
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http://www.pioneerlocal.com/highlandpark/news/1581532,highland-park-pierce-052109-s1.article
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Kierna seeks nominees for Cary Board of Trustees
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May 20, 2009
NorthWest Herald
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Village President Tom Kierna is seeking nominees to fill two vacant seats on the Cary Board of Trustees.
Kierna will nominate two candidates for consideration to the board on June 2 or June 16. Kierna, who previously served as a trustee, will appoint a Cary resident to fill his spot on the board. The village president also will have to appoint someone to fill the vacancy left by former Trustee Steve Adams, who died April 23 from a heart attack. Adams was re-elected to another four-year term but died before taking his seat.
Kierna will be accepting applications for prospective trustees through May 27. Applications are available in the main lobby at Cary Village Hall, 655 Village Hall Drive.
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http://www.nwherald.com/articles/2009/05/19/r_bnqwmrgwtxe7igps5rhzyq/index.xml
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