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Blumenthal not shocked by top-heavy CSU's dire financial straits

By Kim Sunderland | Aug 15, 2016

As the reasons solidify around why Chicago State University (CSU) is in the throes of a debilitating financial emergency, the causes aren’t really a bombshell to Martin “Marty” Blumenthal, the Republican candidate running for the Dist. 58 state House seat.

Blumenthal: State needs pension reform, property-tax freeze

By Kim Sunderland | Jul 19, 2016

There’s a reason Illinois is drowning in debt, Martin A. “Marty” Blumenthal, Republican candidate for District 58 State House seat, said.

State House GOP candidate’s fundraiser focuses on sound fiscal policies in District 62, Illinois

By Kim Sunderland | Apr 9, 2016

Illinois is on a path to fiscal ruin and it is high time for a new direction, according to Rod Drobinski, Republican candidate for the state House 62nd District seat.

Lake County Republicans concerned about auditor general’s alleged misspent campaign funds

By Kim Sunderland | Feb 1, 2016

Republican state legislative candidates seeking to represent Lake County would like to see an independent investigation into the allegations that newly appointed Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino misspent campaign funds.

Property tax relief, education reform top Gov. Rauner’s speech, GOP House candidate says

By Kim Sunderland | Jan 28, 2016

Gov. Bruce Rauner's State of the State speech on Wednesday put forth some exciting proposals that would positively impact Lake County, Rod Drobinski, the Republican candidate who is vying for the legislative seat for District 62 in the Illinois House of Representatives, told the Lake County Gazette.

31st District candidate supports recall bill targeting Chicago mayor

By Kim Sunderland | Dec 24, 2015

GURNEE -- Lake County Republican Party Chairman Mike Amrozowicz currently has his hands full concentrating on issues in the 31st Senate District, where he’s running as the GOP candidate.

59th District candidate supports bill seeking recall of Emanuel

By Kim Sunderland | Dec 23, 2015

MUNDELEIN — Not only should a recall election of Democratic Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel be allowed, but all elected state officials should face similar accountability measures at the hands of voters, Dawn Abernathy, GOP candidate for the 59th House District, told the Lake County Gazette.