Illinois politics

Illinois Governor Pritzker Defiant: “You Come for My People, You Come Through Me”

Following a divisive election, I remain committed to protecting the people of Illinois, ensuring their freedom, opportunity, and dignity. Though the path ahead may be uncertain, I remain optimistic about the future and will continue working to provide stable and competent governance for our state. While acknowledging that achieving our goals might take longer than we hoped, I urge everyone to remember that casting a vote is an investment in a brighter future, even if we don’t see the immediate results we desire. I am grateful to the election workers and voters who made this process possible and stand ready to defend the values we hold dear.

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Trump disqualified from Illinois ballot, judge rules.

As an Illinois resident, I have been closely following the recent ruling that barred Donald Trump from appearing on the state’s Republican presidential primary ballot. Judge Tracie Porter’s decision to disqualify Trump due to his role in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, is a step in the right direction. It is refreshing to see common sense and rational decision-making prevail in a time where chaos seems to reign supreme.

The fact that Trump’s eligibility to run for president is being debated in multiple states speaks volumes about the state of our democracy. The courts should unequivocally agree on disqualifying someone who incited violence and attempted to subvert the will of the people.… Continue reading