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What will distinguish progressive values from the political mainstream is not just support for a set of policies, but a willingness to take risks and fight for key core values. This combination of moral clarity and self-confidence combined with smart, aggressive organizing projects an authenticity that appeals to voters across the spectrum.
- William McNary, Co-Director Citizen Action/Illinois
USAction Delegates Assembly Opening Speech: November, 2007
Every year, Citizen Action/Illinois examines the voting records of our elected officials. The Public Interest Scorecard enables concerned citizens to hold their elected officials accountable for their votes during the year. We hope that this information will both educate and motivate Illinoisans to engage in the democratic process.
2007 Public Interest Scorecard
2007 Public Interest Scorecard - Appendix I - House Tallies
2007 Public Interest Scorecard - Appendix II - Senate Tallies
CHICAGO – On Wednesday, December 5, 2007, Citizen Action/Illinois and its partners in the Msgr. John Egan Coalition for Payday Loan Reform were joined by Lt. Governor Pat Quinn to launch a campaign to warn consumers of dangerous payday installment loans. Read more
CHICAGO – On Monday, December 3, 2007, Citizen Action/Illinois, a lead partner in the Emergency Network to Save Cook County Health Services, joined with women’s health leaders from across Cook County to call attention to the consequences of service cuts on the health of women and girls and to call for major reform of the Cook County Bureau of Health Services. Read more
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