Illinois’ comeback story starts here.

It’s the Government’s Fault

It’s the Government’s Fault

Expanding on my earlier assertion that people cannot be starving in mass numbers unless the government has failed and/or is corrupt.

Taxpayers Fund Union Raises While the CTA Cuts Service

Taxpayers Fund Union Raises While the CTA Cuts Service

In 2009, the CTA received $25 million in direct funding from the state but it still needed to cut service to close a budget deficit after union workers refused to return a 3.5% pay raise.

Is This Really Asking Too Much?

Is This Really Asking Too Much?

An opportunity to increase transparency and bring about more timely disclosure of public information.

$1 Million on Household, Laundry and Cleaning Supplies

$1 Million on Household, Laundry and Cleaning Supplies

The Department of Veteran Affairs and the Department of Transportation were among the departments that spent the most on household, laundry, and cleaning supplies.

$150K on Envelopes

$150K on Envelopes

The Department of Employment Security spent over $150K on envelopes in 2008 and 2009.

Too Dumb to Thrive

Too Dumb to Thrive

Do you think government spending is out of control and harmful? Then Time magazine's Joe Klein thinks you are a dodo.

Over $15 Million on Gasoline

Over $15 Million on Gasoline

The state of Illinois spent over $15 million on gas, oil, and antifreeze in 2008 and 2009.

Moving Expenses

Moving Expenses

The State of Illinois spent over $60K on moving expenses in 2008 and 2009. Find out more here.

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