http://capitolfaxcom.disqus.com/NoneenTue, 16 Dec 2008 09:51:14 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194361<p>In fact, I'd say to anyone in state government who knows anything -- start snitching! It's the only way to clean this crap up.</p>earnestTue, 16 Dec 2008 09:51:14 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194360<p>moral wrote:<br>&gt;there is nothing lower they a dirty rat</p><p>We know it's Illinois politics when people who think they're moral start blithering about rats.</p><p>No, theirs nothing lower than thieves and murderers. Rats don't really bother me. We'd never find out any of this stuff out without rats. When I see someone talking about rats, I assume they're involved in something illegal.</p>earnestTue, 16 Dec 2008 09:50:07 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194359<p>some of the committee members have not served 6 terms -- Jack Franks, Jil Tracy, Chapin Rose</p>dupage progressiveTue, 16 Dec 2008 09:39:08 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194358<p>This vote garnered the same amount of support as voting donw the GRT.</p>GhostTue, 16 Dec 2008 09:35:13 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194357<p>Johnny-</p><p>Technically, Frank Mautino is from south of I-80, although it is close.</p>Six Degrees of SeparationTue, 16 Dec 2008 09:21:51 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194356<p>You know, the last time Blagojevich lost a vote 113-0 in the House, he claimed it was a victory. So, congratulations Governor!!</p>the Other AnonymousTue, 16 Dec 2008 09:17:03 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194355<p>Wow...one Dem from south of I-80.</p><p>Looks like the machine is taking this one personally.</p>Johnny USATue, 16 Dec 2008 08:40:47 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194354<p>I assume these bills were signed on the advice of Genson to trump AG Madigan's filing. It shows he can govern and is governing....no resignation in sight, so dig the trenches its going to be a cold winter in Springpatch!</p>Vote Quimby!Tue, 16 Dec 2008 08:02:50 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194353<p>‘Vote Quimby’ you are so right. Representative Jay Hoffman is the Gov’s personal defender and ex roommate. Remember Jay was at the table when money was exchanged during a previous pay-to-play scandal with Rezko and Ali Ata a couple of years ago. Representative Jay Hoffman has appointed a plethora of IDOT political hacks to Collinsville IDOT. A complete job audit needs to be done to see who is actually qualified for the appointments that have taken since the Governor has been in office. How many people paid to get their positions and how many were actually qualified?</p>this voter will rememberTue, 16 Dec 2008 03:22:23 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194352<p>I guess Hoffman didn't make the cut. :(</p><p>Maybe they'll call him in to testify.</p>Pot calling kettleTue, 16 Dec 2008 00:37:02 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194351<p>The full list from Kurt Erikson:</p><p>DEMOCRATS<br>Barbara Flynn Currie, Chicago, chairperson<br>Art Turner, Chicago<br>Monique Davis, Chicago<br>Mary Flowers, Chicago<br>Jack Franks, McHenry<br>Frank Mautino, Spring Valley<br>Gary Hannig, Litchfield<br>Lou Lang, Skokie<br>Constance Howard, Chicago<br>John Fritchey, Chicago<br>Edward Acevedo, Chicago<br>Julie Hamos, Evanston</p><p>REPUBLICANS<br>Jim Durkin, Western Springs, Minority spokesperson<br>Suzie Bassi, Palatine<br>Patti Bellock, Westmont<br>Bill Black, Danville<br>Mike Bost, Murphysboro<br>Roger Eddy, Hutsonville<br>Chapin Rose, Mahomet<br>Jim Sacia, Pecatonica<br>Jil Tracy, Mount Sterling</p>Pot calling kettleTue, 16 Dec 2008 00:35:37 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194350<p>I stand corrected on Burris. To be honest, I only threw his name out there because he was so out of place with his press conference the other day.</p><p>I bet everyone in elected office has at least 3 or 4 degrees of separation to Blago, so the tinfoil hatters and GOP admakers will have a field day no matter what.</p><p>Say, haven't quite a few Republicans given Blago a handshake over the years?</p><p><i>What were they thinking?</i> ;)</p><p>...Bill for Senate. "The only choice left."</p>Rob_NTue, 16 Dec 2008 00:21:22 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194349<p>well we now know that Jesse Jr is the RAT! Just like a child that does not get his way i.e his wife the director of lottery job. He then informed for the government in this crimnal complaint against the Governor. While i do not like the Governor there is nothing lower they a dirty rat like Jesse Jr.</p>moralTue, 16 Dec 2008 00:20:04 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194348<p>"Employees in Blagojevich’s office are stressed and feel a sense of uneasiness about their futures.”</p><p>What goes around, comes around! <br>Guess they should update their resumes' <br>(that is if they ever had a resume') and<br> learn how to say "Yes Governor Quinn".</p>MacbethTue, 16 Dec 2008 00:02:16 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194347<p>“The governor’s situation is a stressful one for his staff. Guerrero said employees in Blagojevich’s office are stressed and feel a sense of uneasiness about their futures.”<br>What about the futures of the state employees who were wrongfully terminated at the hands of Blagojevich?</p>No PityMon, 15 Dec 2008 23:47:12 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194346<p>113 - 0! Even Hoffman voted yes? Hot Rod must have been calling for a yes vote so he could be vindicated in the House, after all this is not the slam dunk that is being portrayed in the media.</p><p>Do not get between the Madigan and his prey....the gov is toast!</p>thurberMon, 15 Dec 2008 23:41:12 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194345<p>What is the conflict of having Hamos on the committee and Greiman as counsel to the Speaker? (I mean besides the average soul-draining, mind-numbing, run-of-the-mill marital conflicts that we all cherish).</p>wordslingerMon, 15 Dec 2008 23:25:48 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194344<p>===First, despite being an outstanding legislator, you can’t have Julie Hamos serving on this committee if you also have her husband (former legislator and State Appellate Court Judge Alan Greiman) serving as chief counsel of the committee! While both Hamos and Greiman are above reproach, I am certain that Blago’s attorney and his PR people will note the connection any time they are within five feet of a media person.===</p><p>Greiman wasn't appointed as the Counsel to the Committee, he was appointed Special Counsel to the Speaker. Dave Ellis was appointed Counsel to the Committee.</p>Info for Randall ShermanMon, 15 Dec 2008 23:24:30 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194343<p>According to Illinois Review, the other Republicans are Chapin Rose, Jim Sacia, Jim Durkin, Roger Eddy, Susie Bassi, Jil Tracy and Patti Bellock.</p>BookwormMon, 15 Dec 2008 23:23:29 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194342<p>This state needs some clean and fresh voices running for that Senate seat. Maybe someone who hasn't run for office yet. In politics for the right reasons -- to serve. Someone from downstate -- enough of the Chicago program, please. A few names seem interesting - <br>Adlai Stevenson, although he has been elected and is about 70. Porter McNeil. Maybe the Kennedy in the North Shore. We need someone who isn't already elected. Dems need a fresh change to survive this one.</p>hmmmmMon, 15 Dec 2008 23:21:36 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194341<p>Just got word that Rep. Mike Bost and Bill Black are on the Impeachment Committee, dont know who the other 7 GOP members are, but those two are confirmed.</p><p>Interesting thing about having an unbalanced Committee, 12 dems to 9 reps is that subpoena power will stay firmly in Madigans control.</p><p>This will allow him to fry the governor, without getting any hot grease on himself. Gotta give Madigan credit, as always, he knows how to play the cards to his favor.</p>Speaking At WillMon, 15 Dec 2008 22:54:11 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194340<p>The Democrats picked for this committee need to be squeaky clean, so that Blago and his attorney have no grounds in the court of public opinion to cry foul. Unfortuately, the list of committee Democrats fails on at least two counts.</p><p>First, despite being an outstanding legislator, you can't have Julie Hamos serving on this committee if you also have her husband (former legislator and State Appellate Court Judge Alan Greiman) serving as chief counsel of the committee! While both Hamos and Greiman are above reproach, I am certain that Blago's attorney and his PR people will note the connection any time they are within five feet of a media person.</p><p>Second, Rep. Acevedo??? Did Speaker Madigan feel a need to have representation on this panel of legislators whose reputation is nearly as sordid as that of Gov. Sleazy? The national press will have a field day when they look into his background!</p>Randall ShermanMon, 15 Dec 2008 22:51:34 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194339<p>Just saw this in action today with Madigan... since when has the Blue Room started having a streaming video service? Is this run by the press office?</p>When did this happen?Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:39:06 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194338<p>Get rid of Hoffman and all the political Hoffman hacks at IDOT.</p>Old TimerMon, 15 Dec 2008 22:25:27 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2008/12/15/impeachment-resolution-filed-house-and-senate-to-convene/#comment-18194337<p>'Shroom, saying one, or one's attorney, has "talked" to the G means zip, squat, nada, about that individual's status with the Feds. Neither does the failure to "have a conversation" as the left wing likes to say have a particular connotation.</p><p>For example, one of the people most recently indicted pre-Blago had via his lawyer substantial discussions with the Feds before his bell was rung. On the other hand, Rezko never approached them or hired counsel to do so.</p><p>Basically, it's a bit like buying the farm. When your number comes up, it's up. To your question, were AA that specific party, I would not be buying any nonrefundable plane tickets for overseas travel.</p>Arthur AndersenMon, 15 Dec 2008 22:13:04 -0000