Pritzker and Bailey cast each other as a liar, hypocrite and danger to the state in live debate
In the fast-paced televised debate ahead of the November election, the governor and state senator traded barbs while ducking questions.
Dave McKinney
Reporter, Government and Politics
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Examining The Record: Darren Bailey pushed to fix the state’s ‘decline,’ but critics call him ineffective
The GOP nominee for governor gained fame as the voice of opposition on cultural issues — gun rights, abortion — at the statehouse. But he passed few bills of his own.
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The national wave of unfounded election-fraud accusations does not spare Illinois
Conspiracy theorists inundate election officials across the state with form letters demanding voter records and threatening lawsuits.
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Darren Bailey’s tax returns show years of feast – and famine – on the farm
The Downstate Republican candidate for governor released five years of tax returns Wednesday, showing lean years as he received generous federal subsidies.
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Illinois Republicans look to gain control of the state Supreme Court this election
The potential for a shift in control of the state’s highest court could impact major issues, including abortion and gun rights.
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Republican candidate for governor Darren Bailey struggles to unite his party
GOP heavyweights haven’t backed Bailey’s campaign directly since he won the nomination, and even his supporters worry about how he’ll secure statewide support.
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Illinois Democrats showcase Chicago for possible 2024 convention, but internal rift overshadows pitch
Chicago hosted Democratic officials Tuesday as part of the city’s bid to hold the 2024 DNC. But an internal spat hovered over Tuesday’s showcase.
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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker tests positive for COVID-19 after appearing at Florida event
Pritzker says he’s experiencing mild symptoms and is taking anti-viral medication after an attendee at Florida rally also tests positive.
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As Gov. JB Pritzker takes center stage in Florida, speculation of a presidential run increases
The Illinois governor said he wouldn’t oppose President Joe Biden, and he lacks the name recognition of other potential candidates. But he’s hitting the national circuits.
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Gov. JB Pritzker is not gloating about Griffin’s losses after Tuesday’s primary
Battle of the billionaires tilts the incumbent governor’s way as Pritzker says the grudge was started by Ken Griffin — not himself.
