Encouraging the streamlining of government services and more efficient use of taxpayer dollars.

It is wrong that the General Assembly doesn’t have to feel the impact of their actions when they are responsible for other Illinoisans not receiving paychecks.

Smashing the status quo means respecting Illinoisans’ interests.

Like so many Illinoisans working in a stagnant state economy, state lawmakers will not receive pay raises this year. But House Speaker Mike Madigan and Senate President John Cullerton will still receive bonuses in excess of $25,000.

For years Illinois politicians have used borrowing and budgeting gimmicks to give the false appearance of balanced budget.

Flooding Springfield’s coffers with new money is a tried-and-failed approach.

As legislative leaders attempt to play games long seen in Springfield, Rauner remains resolute on breaking the status quo.

State money for city branding is nonessential.