Illinois Republican Party Chairman Andy McKenna today expressed serious concerns over reports of back room deals regarding the appointment of Rod Blagojevich’s Senator, Roland Burris. CNN reported this afternoon that “some in Democratic leadership” would be open to seating Roland Burris in the Senate as long as he agrees not to run in 2010.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) - Illinois Republicans say the special election to fill an empty congressional seat is a chance to replace a U.S. senator too.
Gov. Rod Blagojevich has set an April 7 special election to replace Rahm Emanuel, who left the House to become President-elect Barack Obama's chief of staff.
GOP party chairman Andy McKenna says that's the...
It's going to be an uncommonly eventful week in the world of Illinois government and politics, and the first move comes from--who else--Gov. Rod Blagojevich.
The embattled governor just announced Monday morning that the primary election to fill Rahm Emanuel's North Side seat in Congress will be held on March 3, with the...
“Today’s rejection of Blagojevich Democrat Roland Burris in the United States Senate is another reminder of the need for a special election in Illinois.
“Democrats refused to strip Rod Blagojevich of his appointment powers resulting in the current constitutional crisis so lawmakers need to act immediately to avoid making the same mistake twice and give the people...
"Pat Quinn's attempts to re-write history and cultivate a newfound reformer image are laughable.
"In 2006 Pat Quinn called Rod Blagojevich honest in the face of myriad federal investigations and was more than happy to be a direct beneficiary of Blagojevich's tainted campaign funds.
"If Pat Quinn was serious about reforming Illinois, he would have done it...
Strange things keep happening in Minnesota, where the disputed recount in the Senate race between Norm Coleman and Al Franken may be nearing a dubious outcome. Thanks to the machinations of Democratic Secretary of State Mark Ritchie and a meek state Canvassing Board, Mr. Franken may emerge as an illegitimate victor.
WASHINGTON — Republicans plunge into another election campaign today, this one a six-way race for party chairman that has erupted into an argument over how to recover from an unpopular presidency and crushing defeats at the polls. Half of the candidates to lead the Republican National Committee (RNC) are Southerners: current Chairman...
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) indicated Sunday that there is a chance that controversial Illinois Senate appointee Roland Burris could be seated in the upper chamber.
Reid, who appeared on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” said the Senate has the legal authority to deny Burris a seat in the chamber because of the corruption...
There was a bright spot to Tuesday's election results in Rock Island County for the Republican Party. Newcomer Rich Morthland from Cordova retained the one seat on the County Board that Republicans have held for two terms. Rich replaced County Board member James Sallows, who stepped down. With the final vote in, Rich defeated Democrat candidate Michael Smiddy 1,716 to...
The Rock Island County Republican Party had their first annual lower county barbeque on Saturday, October 18th at the Illinois City Community Hall. About 70 supporters showed up to hear what guest speaker State Senator Dale Righter from Mattoon had to say about the state of Illinois politics. State Senator Righter was here on behalf of State Senate Candidate Mike Bertelsen.
More than 60 people showed up on Sunday, September 21st to lend their support to Emmett Granado, candidate for Rock Island County Board. Stephens Park in Moline was the backdrop for the festive event, complete with taco dinner and pinatas for the kids. Rich Morthland, Rock Island County Board candidate from Cordova, spoke about the similarity between Republican and Hispanic...
The day of the Rock Island County Republican Party BBQ started very rainy and gloomy. But even though the golf outing and antique show had to be cancelled, the sun came out just in time for a beautiful night of good food, inspiring speeches, good music, and camaraderie among friends.
163 supporters were on hand for the event. Blackhawk College Jazz Band did a wonderful...
Port Byron was the place for the annual Tugfest. Friday night the 8th was truly spectacular with the fireworks display over the Mississippi River. There were plenty of people to talk to and I thank Rich Morthland, Rock Island County Board candidate for his hospitality.
The consensus was change in state government. Most people I talked to don't feel that they're...
Republican Nominee for State Representative Lawrence Bruckner Endorses "Agenda for Action"
Moline, IL…Candidate for State Representative of the 71st District Lawrence Bruckner joined 51 Republican House members and a dozen key challenger candidates in endorsing the "Agenda for Action" to get Illinois back on track. The seven point agenda will create jobs,...
The Mercer County Fair went very well. The traffic in the Merchant's Building was excellent this year as we "worked" the Republican booth. Most comments I received were those about change in state government. People know that state government in Illinois isn't working right and are concerned about higher taxes and the loss of functionality from their taxpayer dollars.
While at the Rock Island County Fair on the 17th, I took time out to look at the exhibits. Several caught my eye and I was glad to talk to folks about the campaign. The theme has not changed....we need change.
They are not satisfied. For your info, Illinois, California, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania did not have budgets in by the start of their fiscal years as...
Next meeting of BHC Republicans will be Monday, Januar...
