Democrats are finally addressing the budget and we are demanding a seat at the negotiating table. Democrats need to lift their moratorium and work with Republicans to ensure all Illinois families are considered in decisions that ultimately affect the pocketbooks of Illinois taxpayers.
Crafting the budget shouldn’t happen behind closed doors or by one political party. Nor should it be trotted out for a vote before all sides have had a chance to review it and get answers to important questions. More important, Illinois residents should have the opportunity to weigh in before a final vote is taken.
We urge the Democrat leadership to recognize that our breadth of experience would be beneficial to them and to the budget-making process. We have a lot to offer; moreover we share their passion for this great state and want what is best for every Illinois resident.
Shutting out the voices of residents from 40 districts is not democracy in action, in fact, it is the opposite. The Illinois House of Representatives can do better. The people of Illinois deserve better.
Crafting the budget shouldn’t happen behind closed doors or by one political party. Nor should it be trotted out for a vote before all sides have had a chance to review it and get answers to important questions. More important, Illinois residents should have the opportunity to weigh in before a final vote is taken.
We urge the Democrat leadership to recognize that our breadth of experience would be beneficial to them and to the budget-making process. We have a lot to offer; moreover we share their passion for this great state and want what is best for every Illinois resident.
Shutting out the voices of residents from 40 districts is not democracy in action, in fact, it is the opposite. The Illinois House of Representatives can do better. The people of Illinois deserve better.