McClure says Illinois’ job picture is ‘upside down’ – Center Square

Illinois’ unemployment rate is now tied for fourth worst in the country and the state only added in the neighborhood of 2,500 jobs in May; The construction (2,400) and manufacturing (1,700) sectors suffered the greatest losses, while government added the most jobs at 2,600. “It goes to show you how private businesses in this state are struggling, while Pritzker and Democrats work to put even more burden on taxpayers,” said state Sen. Steve McClure.