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Illinois Gov. Pritzker launches ad criticizing GOP rival for saying Holocaust ‘doesn’t compare’ to lives lost to abortion

CHICAGO — Illinois Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker launched a TV spot on Tuesday criticizing Republican challenger Darren Bailey for a 2017 statement in which the wealthy downstate farmer contended the Holocaust during World War II pales in comparison with lives lost through abortion.

Chicago Tribune · Aug 2, 2022

Darren Bailey struggling to win over former Richard Irvin supporters in governor’s race

Ken Griffin said he was “all in” to beat Gov. J.B. Pritzker, but after Griffin’s chosen candidate Richard Irvin lost the GOP primary, the hedge-fund billionaire is out. And Republican nominee Darren Bailey is struggling to win over others who supported his vanquished rival, WBEZ and the Chicago…

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 1, 2022

Editorial: Gov. Pritzker, no more meddling for expedient purposes

Having a billionaire governor has, on balance, been good for Illinois.

Chicago Tribune · Jul 27, 2022

Democrats say they’re the most extreme Republicans to ever run for office. So, why are they helping them win?

Democrats are once again employing a controversial strategy to boost extremist Republican candidates in primary campaigns. Experts say they’re “playing with fire.”

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker tests positive for COVID-19

CHICAGO — Gov. J.B. Pritzker has tested positive for the coronavirus for the first time and is experiencing mild symptoms, his office announced Tuesday.

Chicago Tribune · Jul 19, 2022

Illinois House leaders will have to find a way to work together

In an interview last week, House Speaker Chris Welch called House Republican Leader Jim Durkin a “failed leader.” A Durkin spokeswoman, in turn, called Welch “unhinged.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 15, 2022

Gov. Pritzker’s planned speech in Florida adds to speculation, criticism he’s eyeing White House

CHICAGO — Gov. J.B. Pritzker began the week with a White House visit for an event marking the passage of bipartisan gun legislation and will end it Saturday with a speech at a fundraiser for Florida Democrats, further fueling speculation — and criticism — that he’s eyeing a presidential bid…

Chicago Tribune · Jul 13, 2022

Funding primary candidates from opposing party goes against democracy

No matter what side you’re on, voters deserve to choose between candidates who represent them best.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 10, 2022

How Illinois Republican candidates benefited from the “Trump bump” visit

Trump’s visit before primary day reverberate throughout the state, up and down the Republican primary ballot.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 8, 2022

Assault weapons are too readily available

A country that allows, indeed encourages and celebrates such acquisition, is committing genocide on its own people.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 8, 2022