U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin made the dubious claim while criticizing the Trump administration’s COVID-19 response during a radio appearance last month.
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Dillon: Let’s Get Back to Business on Ethics Reforms
A lot of questionable behavior by public officials is perfectly legal in Illinois. That’s because the state has some of the weakest ethics laws in the nation.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
As Chicago Scrambled in Early Days of Coronavirus, Political Ties Helped Win No-Bid Contracts
Dick Durbin’s top campaign staffer used his connections to help an Addison-based furniture company become City Hall’s top supplier of COVID-19 medical gear.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Mientras Chicago Luchaba Contra el Coronavirus en la Primavera, Compañías Utilizaban Lazos Políticos para Ganar Contratos Sin Licitación
El jefe de la campaña del Senador Dick Durbin utilizó sus conexiones para ayudar a una compañía de muebles situada en Addison a convertirse en el proveedor principal de Chicago de equipo médico para combatir el COVID-19.
Posted inEvents
Event Recap: Shaking Our Fist at COVID and Doing Our Best Work Ever
Our 2020 virtual fundraising event highlighted our impact, honored a devoted supporter and explored the challenges of investigating those in power.
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Investigative Journalist
The Better Government Association (BGA) seeks a full-time journalist to conceive, report and write stories on government accountability with a focus on equity issues. The candidate should have experience using […]
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation, PolitiFact
Fact-Check: No Link Between Fake IDs Seized at O’Hare and Voter Fraud
A viral Facebook post claims nearly 20,000 fake state driver’s licenses seized at O’Hare International Airport were all for voters registered as Democrats. But the counterfeit IDs have not been linked to Democrats or voter fraud in any way.
Posted inPolicy Agenda
Better Government Association Puts Forth Agenda for Illinois Ethics Reform
Sept. 8, 2020 — The Better Government Association (BGA) today released a comprehensive blueprint for ethics reform, with recommendations for tightening Illinois laws to rein in misconduct that undermines public […]
Posted inAnalysis, Policy
The BGA’s Ethics Agenda: Let’s Get Serious About Ending Corruption in Illinois
New Department of Assets, Information and Services reduced spending growth by $1.8 million per year post-merger, exceeding $1 million savings target.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation, PolitiFact
Fact-Check: No, USPS Isn’t Operating With a Multibillion Dollar Surplus
U.S. Representative Darin LaHood said he voted against legislation to infuse the postal service with $25 billion because the agency is operating with “a $12 billion surplus.” But USPS has operated at a net loss since 2007.