Chicago Public Radio - Politics

Who Does Quinn Want as His Running Mate?

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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Illinois Governor Pat Quinn won't say who he wants to be his running mate. The spot's open after Democratic nominee Scott Lee Cohen withdrew following intense scrutiny of his personal life.

Cohen Ends Troubled Candidacy, Dems Jockey to Replace Him

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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The Democratic nominee for Illinois lieutenant governor Scott Lee Cohen says he is dropping out of the race. This follows reports of Cohen's troubled past, including steroid abuse and allegations of domestic violence. Since Cohen's surprise victory last Tuesday, he's faced near constant pressure from the media and Democratic bigwigs. On Friday he met with House Speaker Michael Madigan, and last night Cohen called it quits. His spot on the ballot will now be filled by the 38 members of the Democratic State Central Committee, led by Speaker Madigan.

Durbin Says Giannoulias Should Answer Questions About Family Bank Involvement

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Quinn: No Money Deal for Cohen

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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There was no financial deal made with Scott Lee Cohen to co-erce the Democratic lieutenant governor nominee out of the race. That's the word from Governor Pat Quinn.

Pabey Urged To Resign

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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Six years ago, hundreds of volunteers worked long hours to help get George Pabey elected the first Hispanic mayor of East Chicago, Indiana.

Now, at least one of those volunteers feels betrayed by the mayor because of his alleged wrongdoing.

Dillard Still Waiting; No Word on Recount

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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There's no sign of resolution anytime soon in the Republican primary for governor. Bill Brady leads fellow state senator Kirk Dillard by 420 votes. But Dillard this afternoon is expected to say he's not conceding at this point.

Durbin Calls for Cohen to Step Aside

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Republican Gubernatorial Stalemate Continues

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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A stalemate continues in the Republican primary for Illinois governor - three days after Election Day.

A Mixed Reaction from Cohen's City Council Supporters

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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Chicago aldermen who endorsed Scott Lee Cohen for lieutenant governor are now split on his candidacy. This follows reports of domestic and steroid abuse in Cohen's past.

Cohen Could Lose Another Endorsement Monday

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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Scott Lee Cohen could lose another endorsement Monday. The board of Planned Parenthood of Illinois' political action committee is meeting this morning.