Illinois Tax Hike

Tea Party Congressman Calls Governor Of His State A 'Tool'

Posted 01.17.2012

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U.S. Rep. Joe Walsh has been a vocal critic of everyone from President Obama to "typical" Republicans, and during a Tea Party meeting in Darien, Ill. ...

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15,000 Jobs Could Be Lost if Sears Leaves Illinois

Posted 07.09.2011

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Since Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed a controversial income tax hike into law, several big businesses with headquarters in the state have publicly...

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Chris Christie Heads To Chicago, Wants To Lure Illinois Businesses To New Jersey

Posted 05.25.2011

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Weeks after launching an advertising campaign that encourages businesses in Illinois to relocate to New Jersey, Gov. Chris Christie is heading to Chic...

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WATCH: Pat Quinn Takes On New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie

Posted 05.25.2011

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Since Illinois lawmakers voted to pass an income tax increase to address the state's dire budget crisis, other states have been trying to get business...

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WATCH: Jon Stewart Rips Ridiculous State Budget Cutting Ideas

Posted 05.25.2011

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Taking a break from the national budget crisis, Jon Stewart used a segment of "The Daily Show" this week to discuss some local budget woes. In the s...

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Blagojevich Rips Tax Hike, Madigan Spokesman Calls Him A 'Sociopath'

Chicago Sun-Times | Posted 05.25.2011

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SPRINGFIELD -- Besides his taped, profanity-laced conversations and impeachment, Rod Blagojevich is remembered for keeping a lid on the state income t...

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Illinois Tax Hike Happening: Quinn Signs Bill

AP | Posted 05.25.2011

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Gov. Pat Quinn signed legislation Thursday that temporarily raises Illinois income taxes by two-thirds, risking a political ...

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Billion-Dollar Baby: Disturbing Story Of Illinois Politics In Action

Better Government Association- The Shaw Blog | Posted 05.25.2011

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She is somebody somebody sent. In the best--or maybe it's the worst--tradition of local politics. And she was pressured into voting for a multi-bil...

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Neighboring States Celebrate Tax Hike, But Will It Really Help Them?

AP | CHRISTOPHER WILLS | Posted 05.25.2011

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — While many states consider boosting their economies with tax cuts, Illinois officials are betting on the opposite tactic: dr...

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Cash-Strapped State Passes 66% Income Tax Hike

AP | DEANNA BELLANDI | Posted 05.25.2011

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn defended a massive increase in state income taxes passed by lawmakers Wednesday and promised to quic...

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Indiana Gov: People Who Do Business With Illinois Are 'Suckers'

Posted 05.25.2011

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As Illinois lawmakers prepare to pass a massive state income tax hike, Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels says his state will welcome business owners who ...

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'Do Or Die' For Massive Illinois Tax Hike

AP | DEANNA BELLANDI | Posted 05.25.2011

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Democrats in the Illinois House voted Tuesday to raise income taxes by two-thirds in a desperate and politically risky effor...

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Pat Quinn: Tax Hike A Top Priority

AP | DEANNA BELLANDI | Posted 05.25.2011

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CHICAGO — Gov. Pat Quinn said Tuesday that an income tax increase to help fund Illinois schools is the top priority as the state struggles with ...

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Illinois House REJECTS Medical Marijuana Bill

Posted 05.25.2011

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On an otherwise busy Thursday in Springfield, lawmakers voted to reject a bill that would allow some Illinois patients access to medical marijuana. ...

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Veto Session Starts Today: Death Penalty, Civil Unions Could Be Discussed

Posted 05.25.2011

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Today, Illinois lawmakers begin their six-day veto session before breaking for Thanksgiving--and they have a lot on their plate. Many Illinois resid...

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Pat Quinn's Budget Address: The Morning After

Posted 05.25.2011

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Pat Quinn criticized his own budget address while proposing it on Wednesday, and after the speech many writers and politicians were happy to share the...

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Lawmakers Call It A Week In Springfield As Budget, Income Tax Hike Still Unresolved

AP | CHRISTOPHER WILLS | Posted 05.25.2011

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) -- Illinois legislators adjourned Wednesday without taking action on the budget, as Gov. Pat Quinn backed away from threats to ...

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Quinn Calls For Tax Increases In Budget Address As Illinois Faces 'Greatest Crisis Of Modern Times' (WATCH)

AP/The Huffington Post | Posted 05.25.2011

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UPDATE 3/19 Gov. Quinn took to the road to promote his new budget plan a day after introducing the proposal, which calls for a major income tax incre...

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Even With Severe Budget Gap Voters Oppose Tax Hikes, Politicians Behind Them: Poll

Daily Herald | Dan Carden | Posted 05.25.2011

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SPRINGFIELD - Illinois voters largely oppose raising taxes to balance the state's budget or improve roads and say they will vote out lawmakers who sup...

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