One year after a record-setting tax hike the state still can’t balance a budget, has done nothing to solve long-term fiscal problems and has further damaged its economic growth.

Scrapping Illinois’ flat income tax protection would open the door for massive tax hikes on the state’s middle class.

Tim Mapes is also in line for a six-figure pension.

The mayor’s proposed 2 percent fee would punish short-term rental customers and providers.