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Perspective

Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy, PolitiFact

Illinois Redistricting Hearings Fail to Engage the Public. Ask Yourself Why

by Marie C. Dillon March 23, 2021November 10, 2022

New Department of Assets, Information and Services reduced spending growth by $1.8 million per year post-merger, exceeding $1 million savings target.

Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy

Everybody Says They Want a Fair Map. But What Does That Mean?

by Marie C. Dillon January 27, 2021November 10, 2022

It’s inherently unfair for lawmakers to draw their own districts, but that’s what we’re stuck with in Illinois. Check out our non-partisan maps for comparison.

Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy

Lessons From the November 2020 Election

by Marie C. Dillon December 28, 2020November 10, 2022

More than 6 million Illinoisans voted, despite a deadly pandemic, thanks to emergency measures passed by the General Assembly. Now is the time to build on that success.

Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy

Vote with Confidence, in Person or by Mail. But Vote.

by adminnewspack October 20, 2020November 10, 2022

Running a safe and secure election isn’t easy during a pandemic. State and local election officials throughout Illinois are rising to the challenge.

Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy

Dillon: Let’s Get Back to Business on Ethics Reforms

by Marie C. Dillon September 23, 2020November 10, 2022

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 inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy

Worried About Vote By Mail? Here’s What You Can Do

by Marie C. Dillon August 19, 2020November 10, 2022

If threatened postal delays are giving you second thoughts, remember that there are other ways to cast your ballot safely for the November election.

Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy

What’s Your Plan B For Nov. 3?

by Marie C. Dillon July 23, 2020November 10, 2022

Voting in person could be risky due to COVID-19, so it’s important to know your options.

Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy

Dillon: Why the BGA is Suing the Chicago City Council

by Marie C. Dillon June 17, 2020November 10, 2022

Private conference calls between aldermen and Mayor Lori Lightfoot violated “nearly every meaningful requirement” of the Illinois Open Meetings Act, the lawsuit says.

Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy

Dillon: How To Keep An Eye on Government During COVID-19 Emergency

by Marie C. Dillon April 22, 2020November 10, 2022

Public bodies throughout Illinois are holding virtual meetings during the statewide stay-at-home order. The Open Meetings Act still protects the right of citizens to observe and participate.

Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy

Dillon and Topic: FOIA Is Essential During COVID-19 Emergency (and Always)

by Matt Topic and Marie C. Dillon April 10, 2020November 10, 2022

State and local governments have exercised extraordinary authority to deal with the public health crisis. That calls for more transparency, not less.

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