Commentary: Future of ethics in Illinois is in governor’s hands – Daily Herald*

State Rep. Jim Durkin: "Let's be clear, the corruption we are seeing today goes beyond just ComEd and Madigan, and includes lawmakers bribing other lawmakers, red-light camera operators bribing local elected officials, numerous indicted aldermen, officials at all levels of government cheating on their taxes. The list is endless, and the legislature and Governor continue to do nothing."
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The Paraclete
4 years ago

Durkin is sharp, just like Durban. It could be a reality show Durkin, Durban and Dillard LLC. Guys, we don’t need another turd stating the obvious. We need fighters who are willing to step on toes. Do the right thing!

Constitutional Libertarian
4 years ago

Is anyone planning a future in IL? Get real. Illinois is the biggest loser state in the last 30 years. Even Mississippians make fun of Illinois. Now, “toilets” is the ethical compass? Ha ha ha ha ha

Bill
4 years ago

FUTURE!?

What the hell are they talking about!!!?

It doesn’t even have a past!

Ex Illini
4 years ago

Well that’s it then. We’re finished.

Daskoterzar
4 years ago

Gee thanks Durkin – you have our backs. Restating the obvious and not doing anything about it is business as usual. Thanks for the heads up though…

Fed up neighbor
4 years ago

There’s no future if it’s in Pritzker’s hands.

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