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Squideshi — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 05:53:41 -0000

"Blago v. Peraica in 2010? Thatâ€™s Squideshiâ€™s dream. That race would basically guarantee a 3rd party victory."

Shhhh... You will give away our evil plan. :)

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A Citizen — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 23:45:02 -0000

My God !! I hope they have him on suey side watch.

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Don Gwinn — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 23:30:49 -0000

Maybe this is already in the main section, but Blagojevich apparently told the AP today that he has a plan to finalize the budget, that his actions are not random, and that everything so far has gone just the way he thought it would.

Those were the words used on WMAY, anyway. We can all rest easy tonight, folks, it's all going according to plan. The Governor moves in mysterious ways. There shall be a budget plan, but no man shall know the day nor the hour of its coming.

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A Citizen — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 23:03:18 -0000

-Bill-
"...A,
I donâ€™t think the majority of the voters are unhappy..." Bill, how many of those voters, to borrow from Little Egypt, can still fog a mirror? We all know how those ballot boxes in Chicago are haunted .

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In the Sticks — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 22:50:21 -0000

While the taxes may be collected, the state will not have the authorization to expend those funds without a passed and signed budget.

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Bill — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 20:23:28 -0000

Lainer,
Relax, you are in good hands.Governor Blagojevich will take care of everything.

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Lainer — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 20:01:32 -0000

One more thing and then I'll shut up. Blago wants us to believe that he had incredible foresight six months ago, knew all along that there would be an overtime session and has a double-double-secret "plan" to deal with it. But in almost the same breath he says he "hasn't thought ahead" three weeks to what will happen after the current temporary budget runs out. This is not good. Definitely not good.

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Lainer — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 19:45:22 -0000

Cassandra, I don't know that I'd call $200 per month for me and two dependents "almost free" health insurance. Yes, I admit, it's more affordable than a lot of private sector plans charge for family/dependent coverage. (I make $30,000 a year and am the sole support of my spouse and child) And it does provide really good coverage as long as I use a provider within that particular HMO. But it's really stretching things to call it "free."
The notion that state employees get "free" health insurance probably stems from the fact that retirees with more than (I think) 20 years service do not have to pay a premium, and from the fact that the state still offers (along with several HMOs) a traditional indemnity plan that does not limit what doctor or hospital one chooses. However, that plan charges a much higher premium than the HMOs and a growing number of state workers (myself included) are choosing HMOs.
Before I got my present job (which, by the way, I got fair and square without ever having made a single political contribution in my life and without knowing anyone in any current or past administration) I went without health insurance for two years (after having lost a previous private sector job). I understand the frustration taxpayers feel, for I am one and have been one for my entire adult life. I'm not counting on that pension (or Social Security, since both will probably be broke by the time I retire) anyway, and I would not object if my health and pension benefits had to be trimmed to keep the liability from getting totally out of control.
BTW I do read this blog at work during my lunch hour and when I have some down time. I work in one of the legislative branch offices and the information we gather here is of value to us. But I always wait until I get home to post messages.
Sorry to ramble on like this, but please don't confuse the overpaid political hacks you read about in the paper with people like me and my co-workers.

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Disgusted — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 19:07:52 -0000

I think if you are in danger of being put on an unpaid furlough from your job, then you have every right to state your opinion of the persons causing same. Believe it or not, most state employees are not paid chauffeurs' salaries.

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curious george — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 19:07:36 -0000

Bill...
If GRod was such a wonderful, conscientious and ethical person he would call a special session and support moving the ethics reform bill forward to passage now to pave the way for re-election.
This would help show his continued concerns for no longer supporting " business as usual" occurring in state government. That should really help him get re-elected in 2010. ( assuming he is not too busy collecting mega campaign contributions to run for president in 2012.)

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Reality — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 18:59:14 -0000

Wordslinger has got it right today. What's with Bill? Wordslinger: With regard to your QFTB: No answer at this time, sorry to say.

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Capitalist Pig — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 17:45:11 -0000

It is only a cross section of those voting who do NOT reside in Cook County.

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Bill — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 17:35:48 -0000

A,
I don't think the majority of the voters are unhappy with the results. I love this blog but it is not exactly an accurate cross section of the opinoins of the voting public.

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A Citizen — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 17:14:29 -0000

Doin the same over and over and expecting a different outcome is one of those definitions of bein nuts. If the voters put the gov into a third term then they (voters) will qualify as certifiable nuts. Then the gov can build 20 new and extravagant nut houses to care for them. Motor voter can sign'em up upon admission.

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Gene Parmesan — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 17:04:21 -0000

Blago v. Peraica in 2010? That's Squideshi's dream. That race would basically guarantee a 3rd party victory.

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Garp — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:51:04 -0000

Bill,

I think Lisa Madigan might do a little better than Edwin-just a hunch. As for Tony-I think his march to burn Castle Frankenstein might be a little too much to overcome.

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Cassandra — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:48:41 -0000

And free....or almost free....health insurance, don't forget. That Benefits Choice handbook which lays it all out should be required reading for every Illinois citizen...double required for those without health insurance who are neverthelss paying for state employee and retiree health care.

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Bill — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:45:47 -0000

hey Garp,
It is a little early to start debating about the 2010 election but never underestimate Rod Blagojevich when it comes to a hard fought campaign. you should have learned your lesson last time.
Maybe you can get Tony Peraica to run against him.

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Garp — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:33:24 -0000

Wordslinger,

The question is "will Rod have the testicular virility to beat Lisa Madigan after her father is done castrating him?

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wordslinger — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:24:05 -0000

Third term is delusional. Where's the base of support? Not the press. Downstate -- you mean flyover country. Ethnics? No. Lakefront? Who ever won with them. Black churches? Ask Rev. Meeks. Business? Very funny.Who want's give him big money and get the scrutiny of the U.S. attorney.

The questions are: If (big if) Rod is not sitting at a defendant's table in the Dirksen Building, will he have the testicular virility and/or money to duke it out with Lisa in a primary? With her approval rating through the roof? And his -- god knows where after two terms.

Question for the board: Who's the Republican who can beat anyone statewide?

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Bill — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:19:20 -0000

The state employees do post some amusing comments but they better watch out or Cassie will start complaining about their jobs for life and their "lavish" pensions and salaries.

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Can't Stand It — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:04:54 -0000

If Rod Boy gets a 3rd term, I'll go insane!

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Limerick — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 15:19:20 -0000

As Springpatch is hitting the rocks,
Rod casts more of his rhetorical pox.
Voters now entertain,
(As they ask if heâ€™s sane)
Wistful thoughts about the Red Fox.

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Capitalist Pig — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 15:08:01 -0000

I agree with A. I also would like the GA to pass the GRT, a true gun confiscation bill and a full socialized healthcare plan. I can't think of a better way for some real conservatives to get back on board the political wagon. Of course I'm in The Gov's dreamland here because a) none of these would pass and b)there are no true conservatives with political ambition in IL

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A Citizen — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 14:58:06 -0000

I, for one, would like to encourage state employees to blog on CapFax. The more time you are here the less time you are spending my money. Keep up the good work!