Construction of the Obama Center began this week in Jackson Park. At first, it was believed the presidential center would cost $700 million to build, of which $500 million was for “hard costs."
Now, the Obama Foundation believes it will cost $830 million.
They need the extra $130 million to keep the backroom stocked with Barry’s favorite brew for when he graces us with his presence every two or three years. Plus the graft for all his buddies.
A largely unasked question is becoming glaring: Is Illinois doing all it should to use artificial intelligence to make government cost less and work better? So far, the evidence says no.
They need the extra $130 million to keep the backroom stocked with Barry’s favorite brew for when he graces us with his presence every two or three years. Plus the graft for all his buddies.