GOP Rep. Says Quinn’s Budget Suggestions Leave Us Wanting

GOP Rep. Says Quinn’s Budget Suggestions Leave Us Wanting

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Earlier this week, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn told lawmakers he would cut $1 from the budget bill that funds state operations, instead he wound up vetoing it entirely. He suggested aggressive layoffs and furloughs as a fix. Democratic leaders think Quinn’s veto is poised for an override when lawmakers return to Springfield next week. House Republican Patricia Bellock offers her reaction to the Governor’s plan.