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  Council of Great Lakes Governors - Governor Rod Blagojevich - Illinois
Rod Blagojevich was sworn in as the 40th Governor of the State of Illinois on January 13, 2003.
Rod Blagojevich, his public service, and his vision for the state are all driven by a fundamental belief in the promise of the American Dream, a dream he has experienced first hand as the son of Serbian immigrants.
Blagojevich was born in 1956 and raised on the Northwest side of Chicago.
www.cglg.org /governors/IL/index.asp   (481 words)

  
 State of Illinois - Rod Blagojevich, Governor
Rod R. Blagojevich was sworn in to serve a second term as the 40th Governor of Illinois on January 8, 2007.
As Illinois' chief executive officer, Gov. Blagojevich is working aggressively to create jobs, build stronger communities, provide Illinois families the tools they need to improve their lives, and restore the people's confidence in state government.
Blagojevich was born December 10, 1956, on the Northwest side of Chicago.
www.illinois.gov /gov/bio.cfm   (548 words)

  
 Online NewsHour: Extended Interview -- Rod Blagojevich
ROD BLAGOJEVICH: Currently, the state of Illinois is spending $1.6 billion a year on prescription drugs for a variety of different programs that are available.
ROD BLAGOJEVICH: Well, there's several different approaches we could take, and we're not suggesting to the FDA or the Department of Health and Human Services precisely what method it ought to take, we're eager to hear some of their thoughts.
ROD BLAGOJEVICH: I don't know whether or not it's the FDA or others higher up in Washington, what their motivation might be regarding just how severe their relationship might be, but I do think it's a question worth asking.
www.pbs.org /newshour/bb/health/jan-june04/blago_ex.html   (1487 words)

  
 Religion of Rep. Rod Blagojevich, U.S. Congressman, Governor
Blagojevich reclaimed for the Democrats a district that for 36 years was the province of Dan Rostenkowski, the former powerhouse chairman of the Ways and Means Committee.
Their nominee, state Rep. Blagojevich, was well-connected to the Chicago Democratic organization, which, though not as powerful as it was under the late Mayor Richard Daley, still makes its presence felt on occasion.
Blagojevich, a former Golden Gloves boxer who served as an assistant state attorney before winning election to the state legislature, made crime a center-piece of his legislative career and his congressional campaign.
www.adherents.com /people/pb/Rod_Blagojevich.html   (648 words)

  
 State of Illinois - Rod Blagojevich, Governor
On July 23, Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich took a major step to protect millions of Illinoisans from lung cancer, which is the number one cancer killer in both men and women.
On Thursday, June 21, Governor Rod R. Blagojevich announced an agreement between the four legislative leaders and himself to pass a one-month maintenance budget that will avoid a government shut down and keep state government operating past the end of the fiscal year while discussions continue on a comprehensive 12-month budget.
Governor Rod R. Blagojevich welcomed the support of Chicago Cubs legend and broadcaster Ron Santo for his historic plan to give every Illinoisan access to affordable, quality healthcare coverage.
www.illinois.gov /gov/currentfocusarchives.CFM   (2508 words)

  
 Rod Blagojevich -- Education Plan
A copy of our report, filed with the State Board of Elections and the Cook County Clerk is (or will be) available for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois and from the Cook County Clerk, 118 North Clark, Chicago, Illinois.
Blagojevich campaign announces the creation of Topinka Watch to shed light on Treasurer Topinka's record of attacks, distortions and failures
Facing an unprecedented budget deficit, Rod vowed to solve the budget crisis without raising income or sales taxes while continuing to increase funding for his priorities: education, healthcare and public safety.
www.rodforillinois.com   (500 words)

  
 State of Illinois - Rod Blagojevich, Governor
Blagojevich signs FY08 budget, cutting nearly $500 million in non-essential spending.
On Thursday, August 23, Governor Rod R. Blagojevich signed the state's Fiscal Year 2008 budget, exercising his veto authority to remove $463 million in "pork" projects and other non-essential spending from the operating budget the General Assembly approved August 10.
Blagojevich uses executive authority to bolster healthcare security for half a million people
www.illinois.gov /gov   (260 words)

  
  ipedia.com: Illinois Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Previous to that, its lands were claimed by the Illinois-Wabash Company.
The current Governor of Illinois is Rod Blagojevich (Democrat) and the U.S. Senators are Richard J. Durbin (Democrat) and Peter G. Fitzgerald (Republican).
Ronald Reagan, the 40th President, was born in Tampico, Illinois.
www.ipedia.com /illinois.html   (396 words)

  
 State of Illinois - Rod Blagojevich, Governor
SPRINGFIELD - Governor Rod R. Blagojevich today signed the state's Fiscal Year 2008 budget, and exercised his veto authority to remove nearly $500 million in 'pork' projects and other spending the state cannot afford from the operating budget approved August 10 by the General Assembly.
SPRINGFIELD – Governor Rod R. Blagojevich today congratulated members of the Illinois Senate for passing a resolution affirming members’ commitment to solve the state’s mounting pension crisis so future generations will not be burdened by mounting deficits.
Without action, the retirement of state and university employees, teachers, judges, members of the Illinois General Assembly, and anyone who depends on a state pension would be jeopardized.
www.illinois.gov /gov/budget2007.cfm   (451 words)

  
 YouTube - Governor Rod Blagojevich at the DNC Meeting (Part I)
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Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich speaks during General Session the DNC Meeting in Chicago.
Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich Democrats DNC Chicago (more) (less)
www.youtube.com /watch?v=s6a7_aV8f1k&mode=related&search=   (194 words)

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