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Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich talked about ethics in politics. Following his remarks he responded to questions from law professors about the federal corruption charges that led to…

During the fourth day of Governor Rod Blagojevich’s impeachment trial before the Illinois Senate Governor Rod Blagojevich did not testify, but made his own closing argument. In his remarks h…

During the fourth day of Governor Rod Blagojevich’s impeachment trial before the Illinois Senate the prosecutor made his closing argument. During his remarks he outlined the basis for the 13…

Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich talked to reporters and answered questions about his impeachment trial set to begin on Monday, January 26, 2009, in the Illinois Senate. He spoke about seve…

Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich spoke to reporters about his impeachment by the Illinois House of Representatives. He criticized the vote and responded to several of the counts brought for…

Governor Blagojevich spoke to reporters at a news conference and named former Illinois Attorney General Roland Burris as his appointee to the U.S. Senate, filling the seat vacated by Preside…

Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich spoke to reporters about calls for his resignation after his arrest on federal corruption charges. In his remarks he denied any wrong-doing and pledged to r…

The Illinois delegation to the Democratic National Convention met in preparation for the Convention.

Governor Rod Blagojevich delivered his annual state of the state address to the legislature.

Governor Blagojevich gave the annual state of the state address to the state legislature.

Governor Rod Blagojevich and his Republican opponent, state Treasurer Judy Baar Topinka, debated at Millikin University. Among the topics they addressed were the state of the economy, ethics…

Democratic National Committee annual summer meeting was held at the Hilton Chicago Hotel. At the general session on the final day, DNC members voted on proposed resolutions, the 2008 Delegat…

Governor Blagojevich spoke about the Illinois health coverage plan for children, national child health care issues, implementing new programs in Illinois, and public education programs at a …

The Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission held a regional hearing on the closure and realignment of defense bases. Elected officials and community representatives testified about t…

Governors held a discussion on how to control the costs of prescription drugs by importing them. The governors and congressman described the problems that citizens have with drug costs and t…

Numerous dignitaries, family and friends spoke at Senator Paul Simon’s funeral, praising his life, his political ethics, and his moral courage. There were 3,500 mourners at the service for t…

Governor Rod Blagojevich (D-Illinois) gave his inaugural address in Springfield, Illinois. He talked about his vision for the state, focusing on a balanced budget, jobs, and public service.