Commentary: Illinois’ bloated budget needs a crash diet … again – Chicago Tribune

From former state representative and current candidate for Congress Jeanne Ives: "True in 2013 when I wrote it, still true today: 'There are no quick fixes, diet pills or miracle creams to solve the problem. Major reform, like weight loss, requires commitment, hard work and true lifestyle changes.'"
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anonymous
3 years ago

Wish it were Ives and not the person who needs to go on a diet in the governor office.

Mike M
3 years ago

The same could be said for the federal government as well.

debtsor
3 years ago

Like weight loss, ha! I’d totally vote for Ives

ConcernedExpat
3 years ago
Reply to  debtsor

Ives 2022!!!

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