Programming 2009

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December

The Black Book:

Reflections on the Political Dynasty of the Stevensons of Illinois

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From the Adlai Stevenson Center on Democracy in Libertyville: we visit with former U.S. Senator Adlai Stevenson III and discuss his new publication called The Black Book. This book recounts the Stevenson family's experience in Illinois politics, dating back to the nomination of Abraham Lincoln. We also hear Senator Stevenson's recollections of some of the many political leaders he has known, including Presidents John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon.

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Recorded December 16, 2009.  Aired the week of December 28, 2009.  1 hour & 25 minutes.

The Treasures of Illinois:

A Visit to the State Archives

From the Illinois State Archives in Springfield: as the Illinois Channel is about to begin its seventh year in operation, we offer a look back to our first year when we paid a visit to the Illinois State Archives to learn of their mission and see just some of the treasures they store from Illinois' past.

Recorded August 21, 2003.  Re-aired the week of December 28, 2009.  30 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010:

Republican Gubernatorial Debate

From the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield: six of the seven Republican candidates for governor debate how to create more jobs, balance the state budget, and make cuts in state spending.

This debate was organized by the Citizens Club of Springfield.

Recorded December 14, 2009.  Aired the week of December 21, 2009.  1 hour & 25 minutes.

Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas Fitzgerald:

The Legacy of Lincoln as a Lawyer

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From the Illinois State Bar Association's Midyear Meeting in Chicago: Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas Fitzgerald talks about the legacy of Abraham Lincoln and his years as a practicing attorney in Illinois. Chief Justice Fitzgerald's remarks are delivered in the context of 2009 marking the bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's birth.

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Recorded December 11, 2009.  Aired the week of December 21, 2009.  30 minutes.

Illinois Supreme Court: Case No. 107755

Mary Jacqueline Abrell v. John George Abrell

From the State Supreme Court in Springfield: the case of Abrell v. Abrell. This case stems from a divorce case and raises the question of whether accrued paid vacation days should be included as part of a settlement of marital property.

Recorded September 23, 2009.  Aired the week of December 14, 2009.  50 minutes.

Code Enforcement Through Administrative Adjudication

From the Illinois Municipal League's Annual Conference in Chicago: we hear how some cities are developing an alternative to the courts in determining local code violations. Codes are local rules governing such things as whether a dog should be on a leash or whether a car can be parked overnight in the street. This alternative to using the court system may lower cities and violators' costs while maintaining local enforcement of regulations.

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Recorded September 26, 2009.  Aired the week of December 14, 2009.  45 minutes.

One Year Later: Encore Presentation of Press Conference Following Arrest of Former Governor Blagojevich

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From Chicago: one year later, we air an encore presentation of the press conference in which U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald announces the arrest and charges against former governor Rod Blagojevich.

Video Courtesy of Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded December 9, 2008.  Aired the week of December 14, 2009.  20 minutes.

Illinois In-Depth:

Fueling Our Future: America's Energy Needs

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From the Union League Club of Chicago: we launch the first segment of our new series, Illinois In-Depth, which offers thorough examinations of issues facing Illinois. In this segment, an expert panel weighs in on what options are available to fuel Illinois' future economy and which, if any, of the alternative energy sources are viable to run Illinois industry.

Recorded November 20, 2009.  Aired the week of December 7, 2009.  1 hour & 10 minutes.

Press Conference by Senate President John Cullerton (D)

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Senate President John Cullerton was named chairman of the American Lung Association of Illinois' Christmas Seals campaign, which helps funds the Association. Following an unveiling of the 2009 Christmas Seal, Senator Cullerton took reporters' questions on policy issues.

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Recorded December 2, 2009.  Aired the week of December 7, 2009.  10 minutes.

Adam Kravitz, CEO of eVoter.com

From Chicago: we talk with Adam Kravitz, CEO of eVoter.com, and learn how this web entrepreneur is launching this new site to educate voters on all candidates on local ballots.

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Recorded November 18, 2009.  Aired the week of December 7, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Don Tracy (R)

Candidate for Lt. Governor

From Springfield: we talk with Don Tracy, Republican candidate for Lt. Governor, and hear what this businessman and attorney would do to balance the budget and improve Illinois' business climate.

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Recorded November 23, 2009.  Aired the week of December 7, 2009.  30 minutes.

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November

CAMPAIGN 2010:

Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates' Forum

From the Union League Club of Chicago: a debate between Governor Pat Quinn and State Comptroller Dan Hynes, two of the Democratic candidates for Governor. The candidates answer questions posed from the audience and read by moderator Chris Robling. Among the topics discussed are what each candidate will do to improve Illinois' economy, ethics record, and pension system.

Recorded November 18, 2009.  Aired the week of November 30, 2009.  1 hour.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Governor Pat Quinn (D)

Candidate for Re-Election

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From the Union League Club of Chicago: Governor Pat Quinn takes reporters' questions at a press conference following his debate with Comptroller Dan Hynes.

Recorded November 18, 2009.  Aired the week of November 30, 2009.  12 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Comptroller Dan Hynes (D)

Candidate for Governor

From the Union League Club of Chicago: Comptroller Dan Hynes takes reporters' questions at a press conference following his debate with Governor Pat Quinn. Among the topics discussed is clarification of the Comptroller's position on whether the state should have a two-tiered pension system - one for current employees and one for new employees.

Recorded November 18, 2009.  Aired the week of November 30, 2009.  12 minutes.

John Peters, President of Northern Illinois University

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From Northern Illinois University in DeKalb: our one-on-one interview with President John Peters who tells us how the state financial crisis is affecting NIU. We also hear what President Peters thinks will be higher education's role in helping grow the economy in the years ahead.

Recorded November 18, 2009.  Aired the week of November 30, 2009.  30 minutes.

Authors Scott Turow and John Grisham Discuss the Death Penalty and Wrongful Convictions

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From Chicago: an encore presentation of best-selling authors and attorneys Scott Turow and John Grisham discussing their views on the use of the death penalty and how their views have changed over time. This discussion is moderated by Cornelia Grumman who was an editorial writer with the Chicago Tribune when this was recorded.

Recorded October 24, 2007.  Re-aired the week of November 23, 2009.  45 minutes.

Debate on Class-Action Lawsuits

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From the Union League Club of Chicago: an encore presentation of our panel of distinguished attorneys discussing the use and potential abuse of class-action lawsuits. Participants include attorneys Stephen Swedlow and Stephen Tillery who discuss the benefits of using class-action suits. Attorneys Joseph Morris and Steven Puiszis discuss the disadvantages.

Recorded November 20, 2008.  Re-aired the week of November 23, 2009.  1 hour & 10 minutes.

Financial Crisis Facing Southern Illinois University

From Southern Illinois University in Carbondale: we talk with SIU President Glenn Poshard about the financial crisis facing the university due to the state of Illinois failing to make any support payments to the university since July.

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Recorded November 5, 2009.  Aired the week of November 16, 2009.  20 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010:

House GOP Leader Tom Cross Endorses McKenna/Murphy

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Andy McKenna, one of seven candidates seeking the Republican nomination for Governor, is endorsed by House Minority Leader Tom Cross.

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Recorded November 12, 2009.  Aired the week of November 16, 2009.  7 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Sen. Randy Hultgren (R)

Candidate for Illinois' 14th Congressional District

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From Chicago: Contributing Correspondent Jeff Berkowitz interviews State Senator Randy Hultgren, candidate for Illinois' 14th Congressional District. This traditionally Republican seat is currently held by Democrat Bill Foster and may be one of the most competitive races in next year's election.

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Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded October 4, 2009.  Aired the week of November 16, 2009.  25 minutes.

All Consuming: Conversations on Oil & Water

Beyond Lake II: How Do We Protect Access to Fresh Water and Oil Resources

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From the Prairie Heart Institute at St. John's Hospital in Springfield: whether Illinois will have enough resources to continue our current consumption of oil and water is among the points covered in this presentation organized by the Illinois Humanities Council and the Citizens Club of Springfield.

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Recorded November 9, 2009.  Aired the week of November 16, 2009.  1 hour and 5 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Jim Ryan (R)

Candidate for Governor

From the State Capitol in Springfield: former Illinois Attorney General Jim Ryan, who was the Republican Gubernatorial nominee in 2002, announces he is once again running for Governor.

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Recorded November 3, 2009.  Aired the week of November 9, 2009.  30 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Sen. Bill Brady (R)

Candidate for Governor

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From Chicago: our one-on-one conversation with Senator Bill Brady who is seeking the Republican nomination for Governor.

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Recorded October 21, 2009.  Aired the week of November 9, 2009.  30 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010:

Illinois' Green Party Announces its Slate of Candidates

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From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Green Party Gubernatorial candidate Rich Whitney and Green Party Chairman Phil Huckleberry tell reporters about their plans to elect candidates to state and federal offices in 2010.

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Recorded November 2, 2009.  Aired the week of November 9, 2009.  25 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Patrick Hughes (R)

Candidate for U.S. Senate

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Patrick Hughes discusses his policy positions with Capitol reporters.

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Recorded November 2, 2009.  Aired the week of November 9, 2009.  25 minutes.

Saving Abandoned Newborns

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From Chicago: Dawn Geras, founder of the Save Abandoned Babies Foundation, tells us of changes in the law designed to save an increased number of unwanted babies from abandonment.

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Recorded October 20, 2009.  Aired the week of November 9, 2009.  10 minutes.

Failing Grade for Illinois' Public Universities

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: the Illinois Policy Institute and the American Council of Trustees and Alumni issue their report card on some of Illinois' leading public universities. We hear why they give them a failing grade on transparency, affordability, and intellectual diversity.

Recorded October 29, 2009.  Aired the week of November 2, 2009.  25 minutes.

State Senator Rickey Hendon (D):

Economic Woes in Illinois State Government

From the State Capitol in Springfield: as the legislature meets for the Fall Veto Session, we speak with Senator Rickey Hendon on the continuing economic woes in Illinois state government.

Recorded October 28, 2009.  Aired the week of November 2, 2009.  5 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Sen. Terry Link (D)

Candidate for Lt. Governor

From Springfield: we talk with Senator Terry Link, Democratic candidate for Lt. Governor.

Recorded October 28, 2009.  Aired the week of November 2, 2009.  5 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Andy McKenna (R)

Candidate for Governor

From Springfield: Andy McKenna, the former chairman of the Illinois Republican Party, announces his candidacy for Governor.

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Recorded October 27, 2009.  Aired the week of November 2, 2009.  25 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010:

GOP Gubernatorial Candidates' Forum

From the Union League Club of Chicago: Republican candidates for Governor participate in a policy forum, outlining their positions on various issues. At the time of this taping, Andy McKenna and Jim Ryan were not official candidates in the gubernatorial race, and therefore did not participate.

Recorded October 21, 2009.  Aired the week of November 2, 2009.  1 hour and 10 minutes.

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October

State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias (D):

Auctioning Off the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel & Conference Center

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias tells reporters how the state is preparing to sell a Springfield hotel his office foreclosed on. The hotel was previously owned by politically connected investors who received state loans.

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Recorded October 20, 2009.  Aired the week of October 26, 2009.  12 minutes.

Public Sentiment on Improving Ethical Standards in State Government

From Springfield: we talk with David Yepsen and Charles Leonard of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute. We hear the results of a poll they recently conducted on what the public thinks should be done to improve ethical standards in state government and make Illinois' political elections more competitive.

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Recorded October 19, 2009.  Aired the week of October 26, 2009.  15 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Dan Proft (R)

Candidate for Governor

From Springfield: our one-on-one interview with Dan Proft, Republican candidate for Governor. We hear his policy positions and why he says both Democratic and Republican gubernatorial candidates are failing to offer true reforms to address the state's economic and political challenges.

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Recorded October 14, 2009.  Aired the week of October 26, 2009.  35 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Raja Krishnamoorthi (D)

Candidate for Comptroller

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we talk with Raja Krishnamoorthi, Democratic candidate for Comptroller, about what reforms he would offer to increase transparency in the state's finances.

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Recorded October 14, 2009.  Aired the week of October 26, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Jacob Meister (D)

Candidate for U.S. Senate

From the Union League Club of Chicago: our one-on-one interview with Jacob Meister, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate.

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Recorded October 21, 2009.  Aired the week of October 26, 2009.  33 minutes.

Canadians' Insights on the Canadian Healthcare System

From the State Capitol in Springfield: with proposals to offer a government healthcare option being discussed, we talk with two Canadian citizens, one a patient and one a nurse, and hear their assessment of the upside and downside of the government-run Canadian healthcare system.

Recorded October 14, 2009.  Aired the week of October 26, 2009.  13 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Former Gov. Jim Edgar (R) Endorses Sen. Kirk Dillard (R) for Governor

From Springfield: former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar (R) announces why he is endorsing Senator Kirk Dillard (R) in the race for Governor.

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Recorded October 12, 2009.  Aired the week of October 19, 2009.  30 minutes.

The Consequences of Not Restoring MAP Grant Funding

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we talk one-on-one with the Presidents of Northern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University. We hear what they say would be the economic and educational consequences if the legislature fails to reauthorize $200 million of grant funds for needy students.

UPDATE: The Illinois legislature passed Senate Bill 1180 which restores MAP Grant funding. Governor Quinn signed the bill on Sunday, October 18.

Recorded October 14, 2009.  Aired the week of October 19, 2009.  25 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Undoing an "Inadvertent Tax" on Small Businesses

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we talk with Todd Maisch of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce about their efforts to have the legislature repeal what they call an inadvertent tax on small businesses. This tax was passed during the spring legislative session.

Recorded October 14, 2009.  Aired the week of October 19, 2009.  5 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Former Senate Republican Leader Frank Watson

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From the State Capitol in Springfield: we visit with former Senate Republican Leader Frank Watson, just after he was honored for his service by his former colleagues. Senator Watson left the Senate earlier this year to focus on recovering from a stroke he suffered a year ago.

Recorded October 14, 2009.  Aired the week of October 19, 2009.  5 minutes.

High-Speed Rail Update

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From the Illinois Municipal League's Annual Conference in Chicago: a panel discussion on high-speed rail.  Participating is former Macomb Mayor Tom Carper, who now serves as Chairman of Amtrak's Board of Directors.

Recorded September 26, 2009.  Aired the week of October 19, 2009.  1 hour.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Sen. Kirk Dillard (R)

Candidate for Governor

From Chicago: our one-on-one conversation with State Senator Kirk Dillard, Republican candidate for Governor.

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Recorded September 25, 2009.  Aired the week of October 12, 2009.  35 minutes.

Senate Agriculture & Conservation Committee:

Crops, Chemicals and Public Health

From the State Capitol in Springfield: the Senate Agriculture and Conservation Committee holds an informational hearing on the affect the spraying of chemicals on crops has on nearby organic farms, vineyards, and communities.  Senators hear testimony from those concerned about spraying as well as those in the crop-spraying business.

Recorded September 30, 2009.  Aired the week of October 12, 2009.  1 hour & 20 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: David Hoffman (D)

Candidate for U.S. Senate

From Chicago: our contributing correspondent Jeff Berkowitz goes one-on-one with David Hoffman, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate.

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Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded September 20, 2009.  Aired the week of October 5, 2009.  30 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Adam Andrzejewski (R)

Candidate for Governor

From Downers Grove: we hear the policy positions of Republican Gubernatorial candidate, Adam Andrzejewski, as he participates in a candidates' forum.

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Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded September 1, 2009.  Aired the week of October 5, 2009.  20 minutes.

CHICAGO GOURMET:

Celebrating Chicago's Food, Wine and Culinary Arts

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From Millennium Park in Chicago: our contributing correspondent Sharon Meyers takes us to the Second Annual Chicago Gourmet, an event designed to showcase Chicago's great restaurants and culinary themes.

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Recorded September 26, 2009.  Aired the week of October 5, 2009.  10 minutes.

Illinois Supreme Court:

Provena Covenant Medical Center v. The Illinois Department of Revenue

From the State Supreme Court in Springfield: the case of Provena Covenant Medical Center v. The Illinois Department of Revenue.  This case concerns the tax-exempt status of an Illinois nonprofit hospital.  This case may affect other nonprofit hospitals in the state.

Recorded September 23, 2009.  Aired the week of October 5, 2009.  55 minutes.

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September

CAMPAIGN 2010: Sen. Bill Brady (R)

Candidate for Governor

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From Downers Grove: we hear the policy positions of Republican Gubernatorial candidate, Senator Bill Brady, as he participates in a candidates' forum.

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Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded September 1, 2009.  Aired the week of September 28, 2009.  15 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Sen. Kirk Dillard (R)

Candidate for Governor

From Downers Grove: we hear the policy positions of Republican Gubernatorial candidate, Senator Kirk Dillard, as he participates in a candidates' forum.

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Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded September 1, 2009.  Aired the week of September 28, 2009.  20 minutes.

Illinois Supreme Court:

Challenges to the Constitutionality of Illinois' Medical Malpractice Reform

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From the State Supreme Court in Springfield: as the nation discusses healthcare reform, one topic concerns medical malpractice lawsuits against doctors and hospitals.  Illinois passed its own version of medical malpractice reform which limits damages to $500,000 for doctors and $1,000,000 for hospitals.  The constitutionality of this law was challenged last November in the case of Lebron v Gottlieb Memorial Hospital.  As the Illinois Supreme Court has yet to rule on this case, we offer again the constitutional arguments as they were presented before the Illinois Supreme Court.

Recorded November 13, 2008.  Re-aired the week of September 28, 2009.  1 hour & 20 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Rep. Julie Hamos (D)

Candidate for Illinois' 10th Congressional District

From Chicago: our contributing correspondent, Jeff Berkowitz, goes one-on-one with State Representative Julie Hamos, Democratic candidate for Illinois' 10th Congressional District.

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Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded August 23, 2009.  Aired the week of September 21, 2009.  30 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Raja Krishnamoorthi (D)

Candidate for Comptroller

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Raja Krishnamoorthi, Democratic candidate for Comptroller, takes reporters' questions.

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Recorded September 16, 2009.  Aired the week of September 21, 2009.  15 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Jason Plummer (R)

Candidate for Lt. Governor

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From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Jason Plummer, Republican candidate for Lt. Governor, announces his candidacy and takes reporters' questions.

Recorded September 15, 2009.  Aired the week of September 21, 2009.  20 minutes.

Illinois Community Profiles:

Danville

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From Danville: our Illinois Community Profiles series visits Danville, where we go one-on-one with Mayor Scott Eisenhauer to hear about the local economy and the low cost of living in Danville.

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Recorded September 14, 2009.  Aired the week of September 21, 2009.  30 minutes.

Advancing the Illinois Wine Industry

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From Chicago: restaurateur, chef, and wine expert Michael Foley, who knows what other states have done to build a successful wine industry, talks the current state of the Illinois wine industry.  We hear about the quality of Illinois wines and what a wine industry can mean for creating new jobs in the wine industry and Illinois tourism.  Mr. Foley also talks about changes in state regulations that would help Illinois wineries sell their product.

Recorded September 26, 2008.  Re-aired the week of September 21, 2009.  20 minutes.

Economist Art Laffer and Economic Journalist Steve Moore:

The End of Prosperity

From Chicago: our contributing correspondent, Jeff Berkowitz, brings us to a private gathering to hear Economist Art Laffer - inventor of the Laffer Curve - and Economic Journalist Steve Morre discuss their book, The End of Prosperity: How Higher Taxes Will Doom the Economy - If We Let It Happen.

Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded June 15, 2009.  Aired the week of September 14, 2009.  30 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Rep. Dave Winters (R)

Candidate for Lt. Governor

From Springfield: we go one-on-one with Representative Dave Winters, Republican candidate for Lt. Governor.

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Recorded August 21, 2009.  Aired the week of September 14, 2009.  30 minutes.

Celebrating the Bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's Birth:

Lincoln's 1860 Election and the American Constitution

From the University of Illinois at Springfield: Professor Silvana Siddali delivers an address on President Abraham Lincoln's election in 1860 and the subsequent changes it brought about to the American Constitution.

Video Courtesy of the University of Illinois at Springfield.

Recorded October 15, 2008.  Aired the week of September 14, 2009.  35 minutes.

Route 66: Economic Impact of Tourism

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From Springfield: an encore presentation of our coverage of the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival in Springfield.  We discuss the economic impact such festivals can create for local communities.

The 2009 International Route 66 Mother Road Festival will be held September 25 - 27.  For more information, click here.

Recorded September 25, 2004.  Re-aired the week of September 14, 2009.  25 minutes.

Rally Against Federal Cap and Trade Legislation

From Springfield: we hear from business groups and farm organizations who met to protest Cap and Trade legislation now in Congress that they say would cost Illinois thousands of jobs.

Recorded September 1, 2009.  Aired the week of September 7, 2009.  1 hour.

The Need to Reinvest in U.S. and Canadian Freight Rail Systems

From the Union League Club of Chicago: a portion of a program designed to showcase the need for updating the nation's freight rail system.  We hear from Ron Pillsbury of McCain Foods on how a patchwork network of rail systems are over capacity and grossly inefficient.

Recorded August 11, 2009.  Aired the week of September 7, 2009.  10 minutes.

Working With Local Governments on Regional Issues

From Chicago: we go one-on-one with Mary Sue Barrett, President of the Metropolitan Planning Council.  We hear how her organization works with local governments across the Chicagoland area to address issues on a regional basis.

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Recorded August 11, 2009.  Aired the week of September 7, 2009.  40 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Patrick Hughes (R)

Candidate for U.S. Senate

From Springfield: we talk one-on-one with Patrick Hughes, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate.

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Recorded August 20, 2009.  Aired the week of September 7, 2009.  5 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: David McAloon (R)

Candidate for Illinois' 11th Congressional District

From Springfield: we talk one-on-one with David McAloon, Republican candidate for Illinois' 11th Congressional District.

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Recorded August 20, 2009.  Aired the week of September 7, 2009.  5 minutes.

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August

Congressman Aaron Schock (R):

Healthcare Reform and the Future of Illinois' Republican Party

From Springfield: our one-on-one conversation with Congressman Aaron Schock.  Nine months after becoming the youngest member of Congress, we hear what he sees as the most important part of being a congressman and what he would like to have included in healthcare reform.

Recorded August 21, 2009.  Aired the week of August 31, 2009.  50 minutes.

Potential Benefits of Chicago Hosting the 2016 Summer Olympics

From Chicago: we attend the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and hear why political leaders think bringing the 2016 Summer Games to Chicago will benefit the entire state.

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Recorded August 12, 2009.  Aired the week of August 31, 2009.  15 minutes.

Preparing for the Worst:

Dr. Damon Arnold on Fighting the H1N1 Virus

From Springfield: we go one-on-one with Dr. Damon Arnold, Director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, to learn how his department is preparing for the fall flu season and how they plan on combating the H1N1 virus.

Recorded August 18, 2009.  Aired the week of August 31, 2009.  40 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Eric Wallace (R)

Candidate for U.S. Senate

From Springfield: we talk one-on-one with Eric Wallace, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate.

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Recorded August 20, 2009.  Aired the week of August 31, 2009.  15 minutes.

Illinois State Fair

Governor's Day Rally

From the State Fairgrounds in Springfield: Democrats holding statewide office and those campaigning for statewide office address the party faithful at the Illinois State Fair's annual Governor's Day rally.  Following the rally, we hear from some candidates as they address their campaign platforms.

To view individual candidates discussing their campaign platforms, visit our Campaign 2010 webpage or our YouTube page.

Recorded August 19, 2009.  Aired the week of August 24, 2009.  1 hour.

Illinois State Fair

Republican Day Rally

From the State Fairgrounds in Springfield: Republican office-holders address their party faithful at the Illinois State Fair's annual Republican Day rally.  Following the rally, we hear from some candidates as they address their campaign platforms.

To view individual candidates discussing their campaign platforms, visit our Campaign 2010 webpage or our YouTube page.

Recorded August 20, 2009.  Aired the week of August 24, 2009.  1 hour.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Dan Proft (R)

Candidate for Governor

From Chicago: Contributing Correspondent Jeff Berkowitz talks with Dan Proft, Republican candidate for Governor.  This interview was conducted just prior to Mr. Proft's official entry into the race.

For more information on Dan Proft's campaign, click here.

Video courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded May 24, 2009.  Aired the week of August 17, 2009.  30 minutes.

The Future of Alternative Energies

From Chicago: we go one-on-one with Darwin Burkhart of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.  We hear what role alternative fuels may hold for the future of our family car and in fueling our economy.

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Recorded September 26, 2008.  Aired the week of August 17, 2009.  30 minutes.

Celebrating the Bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's Birth:

Lincoln's New Salem

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From Petersburg: Springfield is known as the home of Abraham Lincoln, but just 20 miles northwest of Springfield is the reconstructed town of New Salem, where Lincoln spent his early adulthood. We show you where Lincoln's rail splitter image was burnished, where he tried and failed in business, and where he began his legal education.  In addition to its Lincoln legacies, New Salem's "living history" offers visitors a fascinating look at the challenges of living and surviving in a small Illinois town of the 1830s.

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Recorded May 9, 2005.  Aired the week of August 17, 2009.  1 hour.

Springfield Mayor Tim Davlin:

Incoming President of the Illinois Municipal League

From Springfield: we go one-on-one with Springfield Mayor Tim Davlin, who is the incoming President of the Illinois Municipal League.  Mayor Davlin talks about the impact of a down economy on city governments, the challenge of rising pension costs on cities, and what he would like to see change in the relationship between the state of Illinois and city government.

Recorded August 4, 2009.  Aired the week of August 10, 2009.  20 minutes.

Dalitso Sulamoyo:

President & CEO of the Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies

From Springfield: a conversation with Dalitso Sulamoyo, President & CEO of the Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies.  We hear how state budget cuts are affecting the delivery of social services, how an influx of federal funds are expanding some services, and more on how social services are delivered through nonprofit agencies across Illinois.

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Recorded July 31, 2009.  Aired the week of August 10, 2009.  25 minutes.

All Consuming: Conversations on Oil & Water

It All Flows Downstream: Following our Oil & Water Footprints

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From the Field Museum in Chicago: another installment of the Illinois Humanities Council's series looking at the issues facing our use of oil and water.  In this segment, panelists discuss how we should consider our oil and water footprints, not just our carbon footprint.

Click here to visit the Illinois Humanities Council website for more information.

Recorded July 15, 2009.  Aired the week of August 10, 2009.  1 hour & 10 minutes.

Political Connections and University Admissions

From the University of Illinois in Urbana: we hear portions of testimony presented before the Illinois Admissions Review Commission by three University of Illinois Presidents.  Former Presidents James Stukel and Stanley Ikenberry and current President B. Joseph White testify on admission policies and how pressure was used to admit students who were politically connected.  Following the testimony, we get reactions from two members of the Illinois Admissions Review Commission: Commissioner Bernard Judge and Chairman Abner Mikva.

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Recorded July 27, 2009.  Aired the week of August 3, 2009.  1 hour and 20 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias (D)

Candidate for U.S. Senate

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From Springfield: State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias announces his entry into the race for United States Senate.

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Recorded July 26, 2009.  Aired the week of August 3, 2009.  15 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010:

State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias (D) Answers Questions About His U.S. Senate Candidacy

From Springfield: following his formal announcement as a candidate for the United States Senate, State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias takes reporters' questions about fundraising and policy positions.

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Recorded July 26, 2009.  Aired the week of August 3, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Justin Oberman (D)

Candidate for Lt. Governor

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Democratic candidate for Lt. Governor, Justin Oberman, tells us why he is running and reviews some of his previous experience in the Federal government.

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Recorded May 20, 2009.  Aired the week of August 3, 2009.  10 minutes.

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CAMPAIGN 2010: Congressman Mark Kirk (R)

Candidate for U.S. Senate

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From Springfield: Republican Congressman Mark Kirk announces his run for the United States Senate.  Representative Kirk is joined by House Republican Leader Tom Cross, Senate Republican Leader Christine Radogno, and former Governor Jim Edgar.

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Recorded July 21, 2009.  Aired the week of July 27, 2009.  20 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010:

Congressman Kirk (R) Answers Questions About His U.S. Senate Candidacy

From Springfield: Congressman Mark Kirk, now a U.S. Senate candidate, answers reporters' questions about his stance on a series of issues.

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Recorded July 21, 2009.  Aired the week of July 27, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Robert Zadek (R)

Candidate for U.S. Senate

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: we go one-on-one with businessman Robert Zadek, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, who tells us of his tax plan designed to spur the economy by leaving more money in the hands of consumers and businesses.

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Recorded June 23, 2009.  Aired the week of July 27, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Bob Schillerstrom (R)

Candidate for Governor

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: DuPage County Board Chairman Bob Schillerstrom announces his campaign for the Republican nomination for Governor and takes reporters' questions on a variety of issues.

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Recorded June 30, 2009.  Aired the week of July 27, 2009.  20 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Rich Whitney (G)

Candidate for Governor

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From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: the 2006 Green Party candidate for Governor, Rich Whitney, announces his campaign as a Green Party candidate for Governor in 2010.

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Recorded July 15, 2009.  Aired the week of July 27, 2009.  15 minutes.

Dedication of the Korean War National Museum

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From Springfield: Korean War veterans and members of the South Korean government gather to dedicate the Korean War National Museum and to reflect on the legacy of South Korean freedom.

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Recorded June 26, 2009.  Aired the week of July 27, 2009.  15 minutes.

Making it in Illinois:

FlagSource

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From Batavia: an encore presentation of the first installment of our series, Making it in Illinois.  This series, produced in cooperation with the Illinois Manufacturers' Association, showcases the Illinois companies, employers, and employees making products that are used around the world.  In this segment, we visit Batavia's FlagSource.

For more information on FlagSource, click here.

Recorded Summer 2008.  Re-aired the week of July 27, 2009.  20 minutes.

Making it in Illinois:

Peerless of America

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From Effingham: an encore presentation of the continuation of the first installment of our series, Making it in Illinois.  This series, produced in cooperation with the Illinois Manufacturers' Association, showcases the Illinois companies, employers, and employees making products that are used around the world.  In this segment, we visit Effingham's Peerless of America.

For more information on Peerless of America, click here.

Recorded Summer 2008.  Re-aired the week of July 27, 2009.  10 minutes.

Details of the Fiscal Year 2010 Budget Deal

From the State Capitol in Springfield: as the Illinois legislature and Governor Quinn finally came to terms on a new state budget, we hear details of the budget deal from House Republican Press Secretary Sara Wojcicki, who tells us how new borrowing replaced new taxes as a revenue source.

Recorded July 15, 2009.  Aired the week of July 20, 2009.  10 minutes.

Illinois' Debt Level and Cost of Borrowing

From the Stratton Office Building in Springfield: we speak with Dan Long, Executive Director of the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability.  As lawmakers authorized new borrowing to fund state programs, we hear what the cost of this new borrowing will be in the years ahead.

For more information on the Commission on Government Forecasting & Accountability, click here.

Recorded July 14, 2009.  Aired the week of July 20, 2009.  20 minutes.

Reforming State Spending

From the State Capitol in Springfield: on the day lawmakers passed a new state budget, we hear from Tom Johnson, who chaired a commission on state government cost-cutting.  He tells us how reforms could save billions of dollars annually.  Mr. Johnson, who is a former director of the Illinois Department of Revenue, also shares his insights on whether the state needs to overhaul its current tax code to generate additional revenue.

Recorded July 15, 2009.  Aired the week of July 20, 2009.  15 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Sen. Dan Rutherford (R)

Candidate for State Treasurer

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From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: State Senator Dan Rutherford announces his campaign to seek the Republican nomination for State Treasurer.

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For more information on the Illinois Channel's coverage of Campaign 2010, click here.

Recorded July 13, 2009.  Aired the week of July 20, 2009.  15 minutes.

Former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev

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From the Peoria Civic Center: alumni and staff from Ronald Reagan's alma mater, Eureka College, hear a speech by former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev.  He talks of his relationship with President Reagan and how Reagan's leadership came to break new ground in U.S. - Soviet relations.

For more information on Mikhail Gorbachev's visit to Eureka College, click here.

Video Courtesy of Eureka College.

Recorded March 27, 2009.  Aired the week of July 20, 2009.  50 minutes.

Illinois Congressman John Shimkus (R)

From Springfield: our one-on-one conversation with Republican Congressman John Shimkus.  We hear his thoughts on using taxpayer money to bailout banks and businesses, his take on the Obama Administration's cap and trade proposals, and his thoughts on the future of Illinois' Republican Party.

Recorded July 1, 2009.  Aired the week of July 13, 2009.  30 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Howard Peters, Senior Vice President of the Illinois Hospital Association

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we hear from Howard Peters, Senior Vice President of the Illinois Hospital Association.  With many proposing the state save money by adopting a "managed care" approach to healthcare spending, we hear why hospitals think that could undermine their financial position and harm patients.

Recorded July 2009.  Aired the week of July 13, 2009.  5 minutes.

Abraham Lincoln's Home and Neighborhood

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From Springfield: a look at the home and neighborhood where Abraham and Mary Lincoln raised their children and lived in up until the time they moved into the White House.  We will hear what kind of parents the Lincolns were and how the house served as a site for many of Lincoln's important political meetings.  We will also hear about the on-going efforts to revitalize other homes in the neighborhood.

Recorded June 6, 2005.  Re-Aired the week of July 13, 2009.  30 minutes.

1776 and the American Revolution

From the Union League Club in Chicago: Historian and Author David McCullough discusses his new book, 1776.  In the book, Mr. McCullough tells the story of America's tumultuous first year of the Revolutionary War, when George Washington led a rag-tag group of Americans against the British Army, then the most powerful military force in the world.

Recorded June 13, 2005.  Aired the week of July 13, 2009.  50 minutes.

Gov. Pat Quinn (D) Explains His Vetoing a Budget Bill and Why He is Holding Out for a "Fully Funded Budget"

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Governor Pat Quinn meets with reporters and explains his position on the need for new taxes and why he says he will not sign a partially funded state budget.

Recorded June 30, 2009.  Aired the week of July 6, 2009.  15 minutes.

Rep. Tom Cross (R) Reacts to the Budget Stalemate

From the State Capitol in Springfield: House Minority Leader Tom Cross discusses the budget stalemate with reporters and reacts to the Governor's promise to hold-out for a fully-funded budget.

Recorded June 30, 2009.  Aired the week of July 6, 2009.  5 minutes.

Senate Republicans React to the Budget Stalemate

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Senate Republican Leader Christine Radogno and fellow senators react to the budget stalemate and why they oppose new taxes to close the budget deficit.

Recorded June 30, 2009.  Aired the week of July 6, 2009.  10 minutes.

Senate Debate on Borrowing to Pay Pension Payments

From the Senate Chamber at the State Capitol: after senators voted to increase state funding levels by $2 billion, we hear a portion of the floor debate over how to pay for that increase and whether to allow the state to borrow this money to pay state pensions, leaving $2 billion in available funds to spend on other programs.

Recorded June 30, 2009.  Aired the week of July 6, 2009.  15 minutes.

Behind the Scenes

The Field Museum

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From the Field Museum in Chicago: we go “Behind the Scenes” of the Field Museum with Museum President John McCarter who introduces us to the museum’s researchers, artifacts, and vast collections.

Recorded September 16, 2004.  Re-aired the week of July 6, 2009.  1 hour & 5 minutes.

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Senate Democrats Address Issues in Special Session

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Senate President John Cullerton briefs reporters on the hold-up in passing a state budget and why he feels the fault lies with Senate Republicans and members of the House.

Recorded June 23, 2009.  Aired the week of June 29, 2009.  15 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Senator Kirk Dillard (R)

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we go one-on-one with Republican State Senator Kirk Dillard.  We hear his thoughts on the budget impasse and if he is close to announcing a run for the Governor's office.

Recorded June 24, 2009.  Aired the week of June 29, 2009.  15 minutes.

The Importance of Signing the Capital Bill

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Senate Democrats, labor officials, and educators brief reporters on how the state may lose the entire construction season if the recently passed Capital Bill is not soon signed into law.

Recorded June 24, 2009.  Aired the week of June 29, 2009.  35 minutes.

All Consuming: Conversations on Oil & Water

Water Consumption and Consequences

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From Peoria: another installment of the Illinois Humanities Council's series looking at the issues facing our use of oil and water.  In this segment, we hear experts discuss ways water was consumed in the past, how it is consumed now, and where it is headed in the future.

Click here to visit the Illinois Humanities Council website for more information.

Recorded April 26, 2009.  Aired the week of June 29, 2009.  50 minutes.

Combating America's Growing Debt

From the Union League Club of Chicago: former U.S. Comptroller General David Walker and Illinois Congressman Mark Kirk tell an audience about the dangerous growth of America's official debt and the future financial crisis developing due to the unfunded liabilities in entitlement programs such as Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid.

This program is sponsored in-part by the Institute for Truth in Accounting.

Recorded April 6, 2009.  Aired the week of June 22, 2009.  1 hour & 25 minutes.

Making it in Illinois:

United Scrap

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From Cicero: the third installment of our Making it in Illinois series.  This series, produced in cooperation with the Illinois Manufacturers' Association, showcases the Illinois companies, employers, and employees making products that are used around the world.  In this segment, we visit Cicero's United Scrap where we hear from CEO Marsha Serlin on how her effort to provide for her children 30 years ago by collecting scrap metal led to the building of a multi-million dollar business.

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Recorded 2009.  Aired the week of June 22, 2009.  35 minutes.

The Rural-Urban Policy Exchange

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From Chicago: Southern Illinoisans and Chicagoans share what they learned as participants in the Rural-Urban Policy Exchange.  This exchange program, which looks to overcome stereotypes of rural farm life and city life, brings rural residents to Chicago and Chicagoans to the farmland of Southern Illinois.  This pilot program is sponsored by Senator Kwame Raoul (D).

Video Courtesy of WYCC, Chicago.

Recorded 2009.  Aired the week of June 15, 2009.  1 hour.

The Importance of Passenger Rail in Illinois

From the Illinois Municipal League's Annual Conference in Chicago: a discussion on how high-speed passenger rail in Illinois would affect commuters, commerce, and communities. 

Recorded September 27, 2008.  Aired the week of June 15, 2009.  1 hour.

U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald:

Addressing Violence in Chicago

From the City Club of Chicago: U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald talks about what is behind the wave of violent crime in Chicago, the limits of law enforcement, and what business leaders and the community can do to help cut the growth in violent crime.

Video Courtesy of CAN TV, Chicago.

Recorded May 21, 2009.  Aired the week of June 8, 2009.  40 minutes.

Illinois State Senate:

Debate on Revisions to Tax Code

From the Senate Chamber at the State Capitol: a portion of the debate in which senators consider whether to revamp the Illinois tax code and apply taxes to business services in addition to manufactured products.

*Program Update: While House Bill 174 passed the Senate 31-27-1, it did not subsequently pass the House.

Recorded May 30, 2009.  Aired the week of June 8, 2009.  40 minutes.

Illinois House of Representatives:

Annual Memorial Service for Fallen Soldiers

From the House Chamber at the State Capitol: Illinois House members hold their annual tribute to the young men and women from Illinois who lost their lives in the past year as members of the military.

Recorded May 26, 2009.  Aired the week of June 8, 2009.  25 minutes.

Fundraiser for Illinois' Executive Mansion

From the Executive Mansion in Springfield: lawmakers, lobbyists, and business leaders attend an auction to help raise money to begin some of the needed repairs to the Executive Mansion's exterior.  We also hear from former Governor Jim Thompson about his experience of living in the mansion and his service on the the Illinois Executive Mansion Association.

Recorded May 26, 2009.  Aired the week of June 8, 2009.  15 minutes.

Senate Executive Committee:

Gov. Pat Quinn (D) Testifies on Proposed Government Reforms

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Governor Pat Quinn testifies before the Senate Executive Committee on proposed government reforms and campaign financing.  This testimony is part of a longer hearing that also heard from those who say the proposed reforms are not strong enough.

Recorded May 28, 2009.  Aired the week of June 1, 2009.  25 minutes.

Rep. Jim Durkin (R) on Sen. Roland Burris' Taped Conversations

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Rep. Jim Durkin reacts to the recent release of taped conversations between Roland Burris and Rob Blagojevich, the former governor's brother.  Recordings show they discussed campaign contributions and Burris' possible appointment to the U.S. Senate.  At issue is whether Senator Burris perjured himself in January before the House Special Committee on Impeachment when he was questioned under oath by Rep. Durkin.

Recorded May 28, 2009.  Aired the week of June 1, 2009.  10 minutes.

Opposition to Proposed Tax Hike

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: Grover Norquist, President of Americans for Tax Reform, tells reporters that raising taxes in Illinois would only weaken the state's economy and lead to further wasteful spending.

Recorded May 26, 2009.  Aired the week of June 1, 2009.  25 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

EMT Licensure for Military Medics

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Sen. Pam Althoff tells us about her bill that will allow those who served as medics in the military to apply their experiences to becoming Emergency Medical Technicians.  We also hear from Carol Spizzirri of the Save a Life Foundation.

Recorded May 27, 2009.  Aired the week of June 1, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Reviving Civic Education in Illinois Schools

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Rep. Will Davis and Cindi Canary of the Illinois Campaign for Political Reform discuss the need to revive civic education in Illinois schools.  They also discuss details of a proposed "Blueprint for Civic Education."

Recorded May 27, 2009.  Aired the week of June 1, 2009.  10 minutes.

Marc Miller, Director of the Illinois Dept. of Natural Resources

From Springfield: our one-on-one conversation with Marc Miller, Director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.  Mr. Miller talks about his department, which has suffered drastic financial cutbacks in recent years; the state of Illinois parks; and what he sees as the top priorities for the department.

Recorded May 22, 2009.  Aired the week of June 1, 2009.  35 minutes.

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Governor Pat Quinn (D):

Defending the Proposed Income Tax Hike

From the City Club of Chicago: as the legislature entered its final two weeks of session, Governor Quinn tells of the drastic cut-backs in state government that would be needed if his proposed tax increases are not part of the state budget.

Video Courtesy of CAN TV, Chicago.

Recorded May 18, 2009.  Aired the week of May 25, 2009.  40 minutes.

CAPTIOL INSIGHTS:

Chicago Tribune Reporter Rick Pearson

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Chicago Tribune Political Reporter Rick Pearson talks about the frantic pace surrounding the closing weeks of the legislative session and what role the politics of the 2010 campaign may be playing in reaching a final accord.

Recorded May 20, 2009.  Aired the week of May 25, 2009.  10 minutes.

State Senate Passes a Capital Bill

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we hear part of the Senate debate where senators came together to pass the first Capital Bill in ten years.

Recorded May 20, 2009.  Aired the week of May 25, 2009.  20 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Impact of Increased Rail Traffic in Northern Illinois

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we hear from Karen Darch, Mayor of Barrington, and Senator Linda Holmes about the impact increased rail traffic poses to public safety in the Chicago suburbs.

Recorded May 12, 2009.  Aired the week of May 25, 2009.  15 minutes.

2009 House vs. Senate Softball Game

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From Lincoln Park in Springfield: one of the great traditions of the Spring legislative session is the annual legislative softball game, pitting House members against the Senate.  Our extraordinarily gifted softball correspondent is Matt Jones.

Recorded May 20, 2009.  Aired the week of May 25, 2009.  15 minutes.

Economic Impact of Broadband Development

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From the Illinois Municipal League Annual Conference in Chicago: we hear from Communications Consultant James Carlini about the growing importance of high-speed internet connections to the economic development of Illinois communities.

Recorded September 26, 2008.  Aired the week of May 25, 2009.  20 minutes.

Massive Storm Hits Southern Illinois

From Springfield: on May 8, one of the worst storms ever to hit Illinois cut through the Carbondale area.  Some described it as an "inland hurricane," with sustained winds of over 80 miles per hour.  We hear from some of those who were there, and we hear about what the state and utility companies are doing to restore power and clear roadways of massive amounts of debris.

Recorded May 12 & 13, 2009.  Aired the week of May 18, 2009.  15 minutes.

CAPTIOL INSIGHTS:

Senator Kirk Dillard (R)

From the State Capitol in Springfield: as the Spring legislative session nears its scheduled adjournment date of May 31, we hear from lawmakers on the progress on the budget and other pending issues.  In this segment, we hear from State Senator Kirk Dillard on the status of the Illinois State Budget.

Recorded May 12, 2009.  Aired the week of May 18, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Representative Bob Flider (D)

From the State Capitol in Springfield: as the Spring legislative session nears its scheduled adjournment date of May 31, we hear from lawmakers on the progress on the budget and other pending issues.  In this segment, we hear from State Representative Bob Flider on electric generation and capacity.

Recorded May 12, 2009.  Aired the week of May 18, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Representative Dan Brady (R)

From the State Capitol in Springfield: as the Spring legislative session nears its scheduled adjournment date of May 31, we hear from lawmakers on the progress on the budget and other pending issues.  In this segment, we hear from State Representative Dan Brady on funding problems with pre-planned funerals.

Recorded May 12, 2009.  Aired the week of May 18, 2009.  5 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Carol Spizzirri, Making Online Stalking a Crime

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From the State Capitol in Springfield: as the Spring legislative session nears its scheduled adjournment date of May 31, we hear from lawmakers on the progress on the budget and other pending issues.  In this segment, we hear from Carol Spizzirri, Founder of the Save A Life Foundation and a victim of online stalking, about the efforts to make online stalking a crime.

Recorded May 12, 2009.  Aired the week of May 18, 2009.  5 minutes.

Disrepair at Illinois' Executive Mansion

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From the Executive Mansion in Springfield: in a sign of what's at stake in getting a Capital Bill passed, we see how even the Governor's Mansion has fallen into disrepair with peeling paint, rotting wood, and brick stairways that are too dangerous to use.

Recorded May 13, 2009.  Aired the week of May 18, 2009.  15 minutes.

Reforming Illinois' Education System

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From Champaign: former Governor Jim Edgar, UIUC Chancellor Richard Herman, State Senator Mike Frerichs, and others discuss education reforms, what is being done to better prepare those entering the education field, and some other changes that need to be addressed.

Recorded April 7, 2009.  Aired the week of May 18, 2009.  1 hour.

Illinois Business Day Annual Luncheon:

Sen. Christine Radogno (R), Senate Minority Leader

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From Springfield: at the annual luncheon hosted by the Illinois Manufacturers' and Retail Merchants Associations, Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno talks about the challenge to pass a budget and the new relationship between the governor and legislative leaders.

Recorded May 6, 2009.  Aired the week of May 11, 2009.  10 minutes.

Illinois Business Day Annual Luncheon:

Gov. Pat Quinn (D)

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From Springfield: at the annual luncheon hosted by the Illinois Manufacturers' and Retail Merchants Associations, Governor Pat Quinn discusses his proposal to balance the budget through a combination of tax increases and reduced spending.  He also discusses the need for the state to make changes in the level of pension benefits for new state employees.

Recorded May 6, 2009.  Aired the week of May 11, 2009.  20 minutes.

Illinois Business Day Annual Luncheon:

Sen. John Cullerton (D), Senate President

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From Springfield: at the annual luncheon hosted by the Illinois Manufacturers' and Retail Merchants Associations, Senate President John Cullerton comments on the effort to pass a state budget.

Recorded May 6, 2009.  Aired the week of May 11, 2009.  5 minutes.

Illinois Business Day Annual Luncheon:

Rep. Michael Madigan (D), Speaker of the House

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From Springfield: at the annual luncheon hosted by the Illinois Manufacturers' and Retail Merchants Associations, House Speaker Michael Madigan describes his intention to pass a budget that funds a limited number of priorities.  Speaker Madigan also discusses the new working relationship between the governor and other legislative leaders.

Recorded May 6, 2009.  Aired the week of May 11, 2009.  15 minutes.

Joint Committee on Government Reform:

Alleged Corruption in the Health Facilities Planning Board

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From the State Capitol in Springfield: House and Senate members serving on the Joint Committee on Government Reform hear hospital executive Pam Davis recount her suspicions of wrongdoing by some on the Health Facilities Planning Board.  Following Ms. Davis' testimony, members of the Health Facilities Planning Board address the suspicions and allegations.

Recorded May 5, 2009.  Aired the week of May 11, 2009.  1 hour & 10 minutes.

Illinois Reform Commission Releases Final Report

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: members of Governor Quinn's Illinois Reform Commission release their final report.  The members brief reporters on their suggestions to reform how Illinois state government operates in six areas - including campaign finance, government purchasing contracts, and improving transparency.

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Recorded April 28, 2009.  Aired the week of May 4, 2009.  35 minutes.

Governor Quinn Comments on the Reform Commission's Report

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Governor Pat Quinn officially receives the Illinois Reform Commission's final report and takes reporters' questions on how he will proceed.

Recorded April 28, 2009.  Aired the week of May 4, 2009.  10 minutes.

House Republicans' Reforms to Control Government Spending

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: House Republican Leader Tom Cross and other House Republicans are joined by John Tillman of the Illinois Policy Institute.  They brief reporters on their proposed reforms to open the legislative process and their economic reforms which they say will put an end to excessive government spending.

Recorded April 29, 2009.  Aired the week of May 4, 2009.  35 minutes.

CAPITOL INSIGHTS:

Leadership & Mission of the Illinois Policy Institute

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From the State Capitol in Springfield: we learn more about the Illinois Policy Institute which has been described as a conservative think tank for Illinois.  We speak with the Institute's CEO John Tillman and its Vice President Kristina Rasmussen.

Recorded April 29, 2009.  Aired the week of May 4, 2009.  10 minutes.

Reflections on President Obama's First 100 Days in Office

From the State Capitol in Springfield: on the 100th day of the Obama Administration, we get reactions to the President's job performance from two of his former colleagues in the Illinois Senate.  We speak with former Senator Denny Jacobs (D) and Senator Dave Syverson (R).

Recorded April 29, 2009.  Aired the week of May 4, 2009.  15 minutes.

Developing the Link Between Canadian Oil Sands and Illinois Refineries

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From Springfield: as the nation seeks to become independent of Middle-Eastern oil, we hear how development of Canadian oil sands holds the promise of a major source of new oil.  We also hear how these oil sands may increase business and employment at Illinois refineries.

Recorded April 29, 2009.  Aired the week of May 4, 2009.  15 minutes.

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Gov. Pat Quinn (D) Reopens State Historic Sites

From the Dana-Thomas House in Springfield: Governor Quinn announces the reopening of 11 state historic sites that had been closed by his predecessor, Rod Blagojevich.  Governor Quinn made his announcement at the Frank Lloyd Wright designed Dana-Thomas House.

Click here to watch the Illinois Channel's tour of the Dana-Thomas House.

Recorded April 23, 2009.  Aired the week of April 27, 2009.  25 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Adam Andrzejewski (R)

Candidate for Governor

From Springfield: our one-on-one conversation with Republican gubernatorial candidate, Andrew Andrzejewski.  We hear why this businessman wishes to now run the state as well as how he would attempt to balance the state budget, improve education, and address the pension funding deficit.

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Recorded April 22, 2009.  Aired the week of April 27, 2009.  35 minutes.

Illinois Community Profiles:

Collinsville

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From Collinsville: we launch our new series, Illinois Community Profiles, which highlights life in communities across Illinois.  We begin with a look at Collinsville's early history when it thrived for hundreds of years as a major civilization populated by the Mississippian tribe of Native Americans.  We also discover how Collinsville manages to offer residents both big city amenities and the charm of small town life.

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Aired the week of April 27, 2009.  5 minutes.

Holocaust Survivor Eva Schloss

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From the Union League Club of Chicago: as the world recalls the crimes of the Holocaust, we offer an encore presentation of our one-on-one interview with Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss.  From a charmed life in Austria, she and her family were forced to flee, hide, and then attempt to survive starvation and the brutality of the Nazi death camps.

This program is made possible by underwriting support from Casteel Coffee.

Recorded May 13, 2008.  Re-aired the week of April 27, 2009.  50 minutes.

Tax Day "Tea Party"

From the State Capitol in Springfield: citizens gather on the day taxes were due to protest the growing size of government and the dramatic growth in the federal debt.  This was one of many so-called "tea parties" held across Illinois and the nation.

Recorded April 15, 2009.  Aired the week of April 20, 2009.  20 minutes.

Congressmen John Shimkus (R) & Aaron Schock (R):

Saving Illinois' Small Businesses

From the University of Illinois at Springfield: Congressmen John Shimkus and Aaron Schock comment on the impact the federal stimulus bill and the federal debt are having on the economy and on small businesses in Illinois.

Recorded April 14, 2009.  Aired the week of April 20, 2009.  15 minutes.

Farming Without Chemicals

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From Evanston: our one-on-one conversation with Terra Brockman, founder of "The Land Connection."  Ms. Brockman tells us about the Land Connection's program that teaches individuals how they can become profitable farmers by selling food directly to consumers and how to farm without the use of chemicals.

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Recorded April 10, 2009.  Aired the week of April 20, 2009.  15 minutes.

Southern Illinois University's Youth Government Day:

Power, Politics, and Playing a Role

From Springfield: a panel discussion including State Representative Jim Watson (R) and State Senator Toi Hutchinson (D) who share with students their insights on how Illinois government works, where it went wrong, and how the students can become more involved in making government more accessible.

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Recorded April 4, 2009.  Aired the week of April 20, 2009.  1 hour & 5 minutes.

Sheila Simon:

Reforming State Government & Illinois Politics

From Springfield: Sheila Simon, a member of Governor Quinn's Illinois Reform Commission, talks to young people attending Southern Illinois University's Youth Government Day.  She shares with them some of the flaws the Commission has found in state government and Illinois' election process.

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Recorded April 4, 2009.  Aired the week of April 13, 2009.  15 minutes.

Former Governor Jim Edgar (R):

Illinois: Where We Go From Here

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From Millikin University in Decatur: former Governor Jim Edgar speaks publicly for the first time about the administration and impeachment of Rod Blagojevich.  Governor Edgar also talks about the job Governor Quinn is doing and what state government should do to restore the public's trust.

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Recorded April 6, 2009.  Aired the week of April 13, 2009.  45 minutes.

Attorney & Author Philip Howard:

Life Without Lawyers

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From the Union League Club in Chicago: attorney and author Philip Howard discusses his book Life Without Lawyers: Liberating Americans from Too Much Law.  Mr. Howard previously authored the best-seller The Death of Common Sense.  He is introduced by Ed Murnane of the Illinois Civil Justice League.

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Recorded March 3, 2009.  Aired the week of April 13, 2009.  1 hour.

The Hospital Uninsured Patient Discount Act

From Mercy Hospital in Chicago: Attorney General Lisa Madigan discusses an agreement she has reached with healthcare providers to carry out a new law called the Hospital Uninsured Patient Discount Act.  This new law, which took effect April 1, caps what hospitals can charge patients without health insurance and places other limits on medical charges to the uninsured.

Recorded March 30, 2009.  Aired the week of April 6, 2009.  10 minutes.

Legalizing Medical Marijuana in Illinois

From the State Capitol in Springfield: State Senator Bill Haine of Alton tells us about his bill to make the use of marijuana legal for some patients suffering from illnesses that cannot be treated with standard medical prescriptions.

Recorded March 2009.  Aired the week of April 6, 2009.  10 minutes.

Illinois Reform Commission:

Recommendations for State Reform

From the State Capitol in Springfield: members of Governor Quinn's reform commission brief reporters on the results of their public hearings and what recommendations they will make to the governor and legislators.  Forming the commission was one of Governor Quinn's first acts in his effort to rid corruption from Illinois politics and state government.

For more information on the Illinois Reform Commission, click here.

Recorded March 31, 2009.  Aired the week of April 6, 2009.  40 minutes.

DuPage Co. State's Attorney Joe Birkett on Reforms to Fight Public Corruption

From Springfield: we talk one-on-one with DuPage County State's Attorney Joe Birkett on the list of changes he is recommending to lawmakers that he says would aid law enforcement across the state.

Recorded March 2009.  Aired the week of April 6, 2009.  20 minutes.

Civil Unions in Illinois

From Springfield: University of Illinois at Springfield professor Jason Pierceson talks about efforts to make it legal for couples to have "civil unions" and how that would help unmarried elderly couples as well as gay partners.

Recorded April 1, 2009.  Aired the week of April 6, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: Doug Whitley (R)

Candidate for Governor

From Chicago: our contributing correspondent, Jeff Berkowitz, goes one-on-one with Doug Whitley, who has been the President of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce.  We hear why Mr. Whitley is considering a run for Governor and what he would do if elected.

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Recorded March 1, 2009.  Aired the week of April 6, 2009.  30 minutes.

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Fiscal Year 2010 Funding for the University of Illinois

From the State Capitol in Springfield: University of Illinois President Joe White testifies before the Senate Appropriations II Committee.  President White speaks on the funding level the University is seeking for Fiscal Year 2010 and also answers questions on the impact of the University’s delayed maintenance, tuition levels, and suggested legislative spending cuts.

Recorded March 25, 2009.  Aired the week of March 30, 2009.  40 minutes.

Rayola Dougher:

American Petroleum Institute

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Rayola Dougher of the American Petroleum Institute talks about the effect a national cap and trade program on carbon emissions would have on the price of oil and natural gas.  She also discusses how technology has improved oil drilling, allowing for more oil to be discovered with fewer oil rigs.

Recorded March 17, 2009.  Aired the week of March 30, 2009.  20 minutes.

Accessing & Controlling Oil & Water

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From Loyola University in Chicago: the second installment of the Illinois Humanities Council’s series on the future of oil and water.  At issue is who controls these vital resources, whether water systems should be run by private firms or remain in government control, and who decides these issues.

Click here to visit the Illinois Humanities Council website for more information.

Recorded January 27, 2009.  Aired the week of March 30, 2009.  1 hour.

Governor Pat Quinn (D):

Fiscal Year 2010 Budget Address

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From the State Capitol in Springfield: Governor Pat Quinn delivers his first Budget Address.  This budget is designed to finance state operations from July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010, and in the process, close an $11.6 billion deficit.

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Recorded March 18, 2009.  Aired the week of March 23, 2009.  40 minutes.

Reactions to Governor Quinn's Budget Address

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we hear reactions from educators and legislative leaders to the Governor's Budget Address.

Recorded March 18, 2009.  Aired the week of March 23, 2009.  30 minutes.

Enacting Campaign Finance Reform

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: a diverse group of business leaders and government veterans propose changes in Illinois' campaign finance laws, which they say is the best way to rid the state of its culture of corruption.

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Recorded March 16, 2009.  Aired the week of March 23, 2009.  35 minutes.

Increasing the Number of Illinois Charter Schools

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we hear what is behind the call to eliminate limits on the number of Charter Schools in Illinois and why supporters say this is a proven method to improve education.

Recorded March 17, 2009.  Aired the week of March 23, 2009.  15 minutes.

Governor Pat Quinn (D):

Addressing the Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies

From Springfield: Governor Pat Quinn addresses the annual meeting of the Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies.  He also signs an executive order moving the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

Recorded March 10, 2009.  Aired the week of March 16, 2009.  15 minutes.

Senate President John Cullerton (D):

Efforts to Balance the State Budget

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From the Institute of Government & Public Affairs at the University of Illinois: Senate President John Cullerton addresses students and faculty on efforts to balance the Illinois state budget and the new working relationship between lawmakers and the governor.

Recorded March 9, 2009.  Aired the week of March 16, 2009.  1 hour.

Illinois House Republicans:

Enacting Budget Reforms

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: House Minority Leader Tom Cross is joined by other House members and John Tillman, CEO of the Illinois Policy Institute.  They discuss efforts to control state spending before any new taxes are imposed.

Recorded March 11, 2009.  Aired the week of March 16, 2009.  20 minutes.

Illinois' Beer Distribution System

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From Quincy: we look at beer distribution in Illinois as an example of how regulations applied to an industry are carried out by the very businesses being regulated.  We hear how state regulations provide a three-tier method of regulating those that make beer, those that distribute it to retail establishments, and how retailers enforce the legal drinking age.

For more information on the Associated Beer Distributors of Illinois, click here.

Recorded 2009.  Aired the week of March 16, 2009.  20 minutes.

Gov. Pat Quinn (D):

Reopening Illinois State Parks

From Springfield: Governor Pat Quinn holds a press conference at the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to announce he is reopening seven state parks closed by former Governor Blagojevich.

Recorded February 26, 2009.  Aired the week of March 9, 2009.  10 minutes.

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D):

Efforts to Assist the Unemployed

From Springfield: Senator Dick Durbin updates reporters about federal efforts to help the unemployed.  He also discusses pending legislation and his thoughts on Senator Roland Burris staying in office.

Recorded February 27, 2009.  Aired the week of March 9, 2009.  30 minutes.

Developing Illinois' Energy Infrastructure

From the State Capitol in Springfield: State Senator James Clayborne and State Representative Dan Reitz discuss their bill that would create incentives to develop Illinois' energy infrastructure.  They explain how their bill would encourage nuclear energy, clean coal, and alternative energies such as wind and solar.

Recorded March 4, 2009.  Aired the week of March 9, 2009.  10 minutes.

CAMPAIGN 2010: State Senator Bill Brady (R)

Gubernatorial Campaign Announcement

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From the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in Springfield: State Senator Bill Brady becomes the first Republican to announce that he is running for governor in 2010.  Senator Brady talks about the policies and approach he would pursue as governor.

For more information, click here.

Recorded March 2, 2009.  Aired the week of March 9, 2009.  25 minutes.

House Bill 3923:

Ensuring Rate Fairness in Illinois' Health Insurance Market

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: State Representative Greg Harris briefs reporters on his bill that would regulate health insurance firms by mandating they accept anyone who applies and establish an appeal process if the insurers decide they will not pay for a procedure.

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Recorded March 4, 2009.  Aired the week of March 9, 2009.  30 minutes.

ABOUT ILLINOIS:

Pheasant Hollow Winery

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From Whittington: in another installment of our About Illinois series, we visit Whittington, Illinois' Pheasant Hollow Winery.

For more information about Pheasant Hollow Winery, click here.

Music Courtesy of Voodoo Pilot.

Recorded 2008.  Aired the week of March 9, 2009.  10 minutes.

Making it in Illinois:

FlagSource

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From Batavia: an encore presentation of a portion of the first installment of our series, Making it in Illinois.  This series, produced in cooperation with the Illinois Manufacturers' Association, showcases the Illinois companies, employers, and employees making products that are used around the world.  In this segment, we visit Batavia's FlagSource.

For more information on FlagSource, click here.

Recorded Summer 2008.  Aired the week of March 9, 2009.  5 minutes.

Joint Committee on Government Reform:

Testimony of Shawn Denney & Scott Turow of the Executive Ethics Commission

From the State Capitol in Springfield: House and Senate members serving on the Joint Committee on Government Reform hear from attorney and author Scott Turow, who also serves on Illinois' Executive Ethics Commission.  Mr. Turow testifies on how the state can strengthen ethical behavior.  We also hear from the Chair of the Executive Ethics Commission, Shawn Denney.

For more information on the Executive Ethics Commission, click here.

Recorded February 24, 2009.  Aired the week of March 2, 2009.  20 minutes.

Illinois Business Leaders Discuss the Financial Crisis and the President's Economic Stimulus Plans

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From Chicago: we hear from former Commerce Secretary William Daley, former Transportation Secretary Sam Skinner and others as they discuss the federal economic stimulus plan and the Obama administration's approach to fixing the nation's economy.

Recorded February 18, 2009.  Aired the week of March 2, 2009.  1 hour.

The Practicality of Alternative Energies in Meeting Illinois' Energy Needs

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From Springfield: we talk with Jim Monk, President of the Illinois Energy Association, about progress being made in Illinois using alternative energy sources for electricity production.

For more information on the Illinois Energy Association, click here.

Recorded February 25, 2009.  Aired the week of March 2, 2009.  15 minutes.

Celebrating the Bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's Birth:

Abraham Lincoln's Lasting Legacy

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From Peoria: Judge Ann Claire Williams discusses the legacy of Abraham Lincoln at an address at the Peoria County Bar Association's 101st Lincoln Memorial Banquet.

Recorded February 12, 2009.  Aired the week of March 2, 2009.  20 minutes.

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Issues Surrounding U.S. Senator Roland Burris (D):

A Review of Senator Burris' Testimony to the Special House Committee on Impeachment

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From the State Capitol in Springfield: controversy surrounds statements made under oath by Senator Roland Burris to the Special House Committee on Impeachment on January 8.  Since testifying, Senator Burris has altered some of the information he told the committee.  We review the portion of his testimony that is now generating controversy.

Recorded January 8, 2009.  Aired the week of February 23, 2009.  10 minutes.

Issues Surrounding U.S. Senator Roland Burris (D):

Reaction of Representative Jim Durkin (R) to Senator Burris' Testimony

From the State Capitol in Springfield: our one-on-one conversation with Representative Jim Durkin who led the questioning of Senator Burris before the Special House Committee on Impeachment.  He tells us why he now feels Senator Burris lied to committee members.

Recorded February 19, 2009.  Aired the week of February 23, 2009.  5 minutes.

U.S. Senator Roland Burris (D) Defends His Record, Reputation & Testimony

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From the City Club of Chicago: Senator Roland Burris discusses his accomplishments since joining the U.S. Senate, what he hopes to achieve in the future, and addresses the brewing controversy surrounding his testimony before the Special House Committee on Impeachment.

Recorded February 19, 2009.  Aired the week of February 23, 2009.  30 minutes.

Issues Surrounding U.S. Senator Roland Burris (D):

Democratic Lawmakers Call for Senator Burris' Resignation

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Representatives Jack Franks and Susana Mendoza, who both served on the Special House Committee on Impeachment, tell reporters about their calling on Senator Burris to resign and why they feel he misled lawmakers in his testimony.

Recorded February 18, 2009.  Aired the week of February 23, 2009.  30 minutes.

Republican Lawmakers Call for a Special Election

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Republican lawmakers discuss proposed legislation that would remove the power of a governor to appoint someone to fill a senate vacancy and require instead a special election be held when vacancies occur.

Recorded February 19, 2009.  Aired the week of February 23, 2009.  30 minutes.

House Minority Leader Tom Cross (R) on a Proposed Investigation of Legislative Wrongdoing

From the House Chamber at the State Capitol: House Minority Leader Tom Cross reacts to a proposed House resolution that would have the Sangamon County State's Attorney launch an investigation of legislators based on claims of wrongdoing made by former Governor Blagojevich.

Recorded February 18, 2009.  Aired the week of February 23, 2009.  5 minutes.

Celebrating Lincoln's 200th Birthday:

President Obama's Tribute to Lincoln's Leadership

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From the Crowne Plaza in Springfield: on the 200th anniversary of President Lincoln's birth, President Barack Obama delivers an address noting Lincoln's call for national unity and why he thinks unity of purpose is still critical.  These remarks were delivered before the Abraham Lincoln Association's annual banquet.

Recorded February 12, 2009.  Aired the week of February 16, 2009.  25 minutes.

Celebrating Lincoln's 200th Birthday:

Illinois Leaders React to Obama, Lincoln, and Budget Woes

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From the Crowne Plaza in Springfield: following the President's remarks we hear reaction from some of those attending.  Among them are House Speaker Michael Madigan and former Governor Jim Thompson.

Recorded February 12, 2009.  Aired the week of February 16, 2009.  25 minutes.

Celebrating Lincoln's 200th Birthday:

Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee on Republicans' Core Values

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From the Prairie Capital Convention Center in Springfield: former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee delivers the keynote address at the Sangamon County Republicans' 105th Lincoln Day Luncheon.  Governor Huckabee discusses what he feels are core Republican principles and how they apply to events in Illinois and Washington.  He is introduced by former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar.

Recorded February 12, 2009.  Aired the week of February 16, 2009.  35 minutes.

Celebrating Lincoln's 200th Birthday:

Governor Quinn Speaks with Reporters on Honoring Lincoln and Pending Policy Issues

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From the Executive Mansion in Springfield: Governor Pat Quinn holds a press conference to discuss how Illinois is honoring President Lincoln during the bicentennial of his birth.

Recorded February 12, 2009.  Aired the week of February 16, 2009.  25 minutes.

The Race for Illinois' 5th Congressional District:

State Representative John Fritchey (D)

From Chicago: our contributing correspondent Jeff Berkowitz interviews candidates running for the 5th Congressional District Seat vacated by White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel.  In this segment, we hear a portion of an interview with State Representative John Fritchey.

For more information on John Fritchey, click here.

Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded February 8, 2009.  Aired the week of February 16, 2009.  6 minutes.

The Race for Illinois' 5th Congressional District:

Charles Wheelan (D)

From Chicago: our contributing correspondent Jeff Berkowitz interviews candidates running for the 5th Congressional District Seat vacated by White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel.  In this segment, we hear a portion of an interview with Charles Wheelan, a lecturer at the Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago.

For more information on Charles Wheelan, click here.

Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded January 18, 2009.  Aired the week of February 16, 2009.  6 minutes.

The Inauguration of President Barack Obama:

President Obama's Illinois Friends Reflect on His Inauguration

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From the Mandarin Oriental in Washington, DC: we hear thoughts on President Obama's inauguration from Gov Quinn, lawmakers and friends of the President at a reception hosted by Chicago Mayor Richard Daley.

Recorded January 18, 2009.  Aired the week of February 9, 2009.  30 minutes.

From Capitol Hill:

A Visit With Congressman Aaron Schock (R)

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From the Cannon House Office Building in Washington, DC: we visit with freshman Congressman Aaron Schock who now represents Illinois' 18th Congressional District - the district previously held by U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood.  Congressman Schock, at just 27 years old, is the youngest member of Congress.

Recorded January 22, 2009.  Aired the week of February 9, 2009.  5 minutes.

From Capitol Hill:

A Visit With Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson (D)

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From the Longworth House Office Building in Washington, DC: we visit with freshman Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson who represents Illinois' 11th Congressional District.  Congresswoman Halvorson previously served in the Illinois State Senate.  She and Barack Obama were elected to the state senate in the same year and remain close friends.

Recorded January 21, 2009.  Aired the week of February 9, 2009.  5 minutes.

Illinoisans Celebrate President Obama's Inauguration:

The Illinois State Society Inaugural Gala

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From Washington, DC: the celebration of a new President is often marked for several days by formal balls and gala events.  One of the most sought after events for friends of President Obama was the Illinois State Society's Inaugural Gala.  We learn more about the kind of man Barack Obama is and what kind of President he will be from those who served in the legislature with him and others who have worked with President Obama.

Recorded January 19, 2009.  Aired the week of February 9, 2009.  1 hour.

President Barack Obama: The Man, The Politician, The Leader

Sen. Rickey Hendon: Black Enough, White Enough: The Obama Dilemma

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From Springfield: just before leaving for Washington, we spoke with Illinois State Senator Rickey Hendon about his friend Barack Obama and his recent book about President Obama, Black Enough, White Enough: The Obama Dilemma.

Recorded January 13, 2009.  Aired the week of February 9, 2009.  10 minutes.

The Inauguration of President Barack Obama:

President Obama's Presidential Campaign Announcement

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From Springfield: as we close our coverage of Illinoisans attending the inauguration of President Barack Obama we listen again to a portion of the President's campaign announcement.

Recorded February 10, 2007.  Aired the week of February 9, 2009.  5 minutes.

The Impeachment Trial of Gov. Rod Blagojevich:

Closing Arguments of Prosecutor David Ellis

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From the State Capitol in Springfield: senators listen to David Ellis, prosecutor for the impeachment trial of Gov. Rod Blagojevich.  Mr. Ellis makes his closing arguments, which include a replay of some of the wiretap evidence, and explains why he feels these support the Governor's removal from office.

Recorded January 29, 2009.  Aired the week of February 2, 2009.  40 minutes.

The Impeachment Trial of Gov. Rod Blagojevich:

Closing Arguments of Gov. Rod Blagojevich

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From the State Capitol in Springfield: Gov. Rod Blagojevich addresses senators as they were about to vote on whether to remove him from office.

Recorded January 29, 2009.  Aired the week of February 2, 2009.  45 minutes.

Swearing-In Ceremony of Pat Quinn as Illinois' 41st Governor

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From the State Capitol in Springfield: following the vote to remove Rod Blagojevich from office, Lt. Governor Pat Quinn is sworn in as Illinois' 41st governor.  After Supreme Court Justice Anne Burke delivers the oath of office, Governor Quinn delivers his inaugural address.

Recorded January 29, 2009.  Aired the week of February 2, 2009.  10 minutes.

First Press Conference of Gov. Pat Quinn

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From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: just after taking the oath of office, Gov. Pat Quinn meets with reporters to explain his style of governing and what steps he may soon take to undo some of the actions taken by Rod Blagojevich.

Recorded January 29, 2009.  Aired the week of February 2, 2009.  20 minutes.

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Media Strategist Pete Giangreco

From Chicago: our contributing correspondent, Jeff Berkowitz, goes one-on-one with Pete Giangreco, a media strategist who has worked with Gov. Rod Blagojevich and President Barack Obama.

Video Courtesy of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz.

Recorded January 4, 2009.  Aired the week of January 26, 2009.  30 minutes.

Celebrating the Bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's Birth:

Lincoln-Douglas Debate Reenactment and the Structure of Lincoln's Arguments

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From Chicago: as we approach the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth, we hear a reenactment of an 1858 debate between Lincoln and Stephen Douglas.  Following that, we hear how Lincoln effectively structured his arguments in debates and speeches.

Recorded December 12, 2008.  Aired the week of January 26, 2009.  50 minutes.

Celebrating the Bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's Birth:

Supreme Court Justice Lloyd Karmeier on the Supreme Court in Lincoln's Time

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From Chicago: Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lloyd Karmeier examines how times have changed as he delivers remarks on the Supreme Court during Lincoln's time.

Recorded December 12, 2008.  Aired the week of January 26, 2009.  20 minutes.

Celebrating the Bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's Birth:

Presentation of Bust of Lincoln to the Illinois Supreme Court

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From the State Supreme Court in Springfield: members of the Illinois State Bar Association present the Court with a bronze bust of Abraham Lincoln to commemorate the 200th anniversary of his birth.

Recorded January 12, 2009.  Aired the week of January 26, 2009.  20 minutes.

Swearing-In Ceremony of the New Illinois State Senate

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Governor Rod Blagojevich opens the first session of the Illinois State Senate in the 96th General Assembly.  During this first session, members elect a new Senate President and Minority Leader.  We hear the nomination speeches for and the inaugural addresses by new Senate President John Cullerton and new Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno.

The Illinois Channel's coverage of the 96th General Assembly is made possible in-part by Springfield's Capital Airport.

Recorded January 14, 2009.  Aired the week of January 19, 2009.  1 hour.

Swearing-In Ceremony of the New Illinois House of Representatives

From the University of Illinois at Springfield: the swearing-in ceremony of the Illinois House of Representatives.  We hear the inaugural addresses of House Speaker Michael Madigan and Minority Leader Tom Cross.  Then, in a dramatic conclusion to the inaugural ceremony, the new House members repeat a vote taken during the last General Assembly...the vote to impeach Gov. Rod Blagojevich.

The Illinois Channel's coverage of the 96th General Assembly is made possible in-part by Springfield's Capital Airport.

Recorded January 14, 2009.  Aired the week of January 19, 2009.  1 hour.

Rep. Lou Lang (D) Lays Out the Allegations of the Governor's Pay-to-Play Hiring Practices

From the State Capitol in Springfield: Rep. Lou Lang of the Special House Committee on Impeachment discusses allegations of wrongdoing by Gov. Blagojevich in the hiring of state workers.

Recorded January 7, 2009.  Aired the week of January 12, 2009.  15 minutes.

Illinois House of Representatives Debates & Votes to Impeach Gov. Rod Blagojevich

From the State Capitol in Springfield: the full House debates on and votes to impeach Gov. Rod Blagojevich.  This debate was held on January 9, 2009, and came one day after the Special House Committee on Impeachment voted 21-0 in favor of impeaching the Governor.

Recorded January 9, 2009.  Aired the week of January 12, 2009.  1 hour & 10 minutes.

House Minority Leader Tom Cross (R) Reacts to the Impeachment of Governor Blagojevich

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: House Minority Leader Tom Cross reacts to the vote to impeach the Governor and offers his own impression of the Governor's record in office.

Recorded January 9, 2009.  Aired the week of January 12, 2009.  15 minutes.

U.S. Senator-Designate Roland Burris (D) Defends His Legal Position as Illinois' U.S. Senator

From the Press Briefing Room at the State Capitol: U.S. Senator-Designate Roland Burris tells reporters about his appearance before the Special House Committee on Impeachment and his thoughts on his legal standing as a U.S. Senator.

Recorded January 8, 2009.  Aired the week of January 12, 2009.  10 minutes.

Lt. Governor Pat Quinn (D)

From Springfield: a portion of an interview we conducted with Lt. Governor Pat Quinn in March of 2006.  Lt. Governor Quinn, who may soon be Illinois' next governor, talked with us about his thoughts on renewable energy and his efforts to encourage people to walk to improve their health.

Recorded March 30, 2006.  Aired the week of January 12, 2009.  5 minutes.

Special House Committee on Impeachment:

Ed Genson, Attorney for Governor Blagojevich

From the State Capitol in Springfield: we continue our special coverage of the impeachment proceedings against Governor Blagojevich.  This week, we hear testimony before the Special House Committee on Impeachment from the governor's attorney, Ed Genson.

Recorded December 29, 2008.  Aired the week of January 5, 2009.  1 hour & 55 minutes.

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