Illinois stands alone in nominating two mega-wealthy men to run for governor. Both incumbent Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democratic challenger J.B. Pritzker are known for their willingness to use their endless personal wealth to fund their campaigns. But do…
Read MoreICPR’s Government & Politics Reporter Eric Bradach was quoted in this article. Via – Illinois News Network “Even with new laws in place aimed at protecting those in Illinois government from harassment, a growing number of advocates say more needs…
Read MoreICPR was mentioned in this article. Via – The New York Times “Few political donors are as influential, yet little known, as Liz and Dick Uihlein. The Midwestern couple has joined the upper pantheon of Republican donors alongside names like…
Read MoreICPR’s Government & Politics Reporter Eric Bradach was quoted in this post. Via – Politico “Campaign fundraising from all candidates in the primary until now totals more than $200 million in contributions, according to the Illinois Campaign for Political Reform….
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Candidates consider several factors while campaigning for public office, but sometimes, just getting on the ballot is their greatest challenge. In order to run for an elected office, candidates are required to collect a certain number of petition signatures for…
Read MorePolicy Director Colin Williams was mentioned in this article. Via – The Chicago SunTimes “Democratic gubernatorial candidate J.B. Pritzker has claimed that his proposal to legalize marijuana would create between $350 million and $700 million in revenue for the state, but…
Read MoreICPR’s Board Chair Susan Garrett was quoted in this article. Via – Daily Herald “The Illinois tollway contends its no-bid process that uses a selection committee to makes recommendations to the board on expensive engineering contracts is independent and transparent….
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Each year, the Chicago Community Trust sponsors On the Table, an annual forum that invites Chicago residents to participate in elevated civic conversations. These forums took place at various organizations around the city on May 10th. The Illinois Campaign for Political…
Read MoreICPR Board Chair Hon. Susan Garrett was quoted in this article. Via – NBC Chicago “Since January 2016, Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s political campaign has spent more than $700,000 to purchase tickets to Chicago Cubs, White Sox and Bulls…
Read MoreDavid Melton was mentioned in this article. Via – The Seattle Times “SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — This year’s Illinois governor’s race between uber-wealthy candidates could be the costliest in U.S. history and perfectly illustrates the need for a campaign finance…
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