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Windhorst announces emergency response efforts for flood-ravaged Illinois

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harrisburg) has mounted a relief effort after two months of record rains across Illinois have damaged crops as well as commercial and residential property.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Morrison, Ives urge rebuilding GOP after Rauner confesses election apathy

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

A bombshell new report that soon-to-be ex-Gov. Bruce Rauner bailed out on his reelection campaign has some Republicans fuming.

From Prairie State Wire

Rauner concedes governor's race to Pritzker

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

Incumbent Gov. Bruce Rauner conceded defeat Tuesday night as Democrat J.B. Pritzker claimed the governorship of Illinois, capturing 59 percent of the vote to Rauner’s 35 percent.

Windhorst says leadership change in Springfield will help state avoid 'death spiral'

By Robert Hadley | Oct 25, 2018

Patrick Windhorst, the Republican candidate for the 118th House District, was recently endorsed by U.S. Rep. John Shimkus (R-Ill.), a congressman since 1997.

Sheriffs endorse Windhorst for 118th House District seat

By Robert Hadley | Oct 18, 2018

Massac County Sheriff Ted Holder recently endorsed Patrick Windhorst, the Massac County State's Attorney, for state representative for the 118th District.

Windhorst ad links his Democratic opponent to Madigan, higher taxes

By Robert Hadley | Oct 3, 2018

Republican candidate Patrick Windhorst recently posted a TV ad on social media that presents the differences between him and his Democratic opponent as three choices.

Leonard Windhorst defends son against anti-veteran attack ads

By Robert Hadley | Sep 28, 2018

The father of state House candidate Patrick Windhorst has penned a response to several attack ads against his son alleging he will “turn his back” on veterans.

Windhorst blames slow income growth on weak policy

By Robert Hadley | Sep 19, 2018

Pointing out that personal income growth for Illinois lags the national average, District 118 House candidate Patrick Windhorst reminded voters on Facebook the problem is rooted in the state’s economic policies.

Windhorst cries foul over misleading Democratic campaign mailer

By Robert Hadley | Sep 14, 2018

Illinois House candidate Patrick Windhorst recently spoke out on social media against a campaign ad by his opponent, Rep. Natalie Phelps Finnie, that claims he would cut funding for veterans.

Windhorst pledges to fight for small business as 118th District representative

By Robert Hadley | Sep 7, 2018

Republican state House candidate Patrick Windhorst was recently endorsed by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).

From Chicago City Wire

Madigan funding ensures key votes, Illinois Policy Institute reports

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

House Speaker Mike Madigan has provided a combined $15 million in funding to dozens of state representatives currently holding office, the Illinois Policy Institute (IPI) reports.

Windhorst vows to 'take back Southern Illinois' if elected

By Robert Hadley | Aug 22, 2018

Republican candidate Patrick Windhorst recently endorsed “The People’s Pledge,” a vow to remove House Speaker Mike Madigan from power and establish term limits for elected officials in Illinois.

Windhorst visits Shawnee MTD to raise grassroots support

By Robert Hadley | Aug 16, 2018

Illinois House candidate Patrick Windhorst recently congratulated workers for exemplary service during a recent visit to the Shawnee Mass Transit District headquarters in Vienna.

From Prairie State Wire

Moving survey shows outmigration up in Illinois

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

Illinois ranks fourth nationwide in terms of outmigration, according to recent data from Stevens Worldwide Van Lines.

From Prairie State Wire

5 GOP House candidates to discuss 'infiltrating the Springfield Machine'

By Robert Hadley | 7 years ago

Five Republican candidates who will be on November’s ballots in districts across Illinois will hold a press conference at 4:30 p.m. Thursday to answer the question “What Happens When Conservative Reformers Infiltrate the Springfield Machine?”

From Prairie State Wire

Liberty Justice Center attorney says practical, ideological reasons led to SCOTUS decision on union fees

By Robert Hadley | 7 years ago

The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling this weak overturning a decades-old decision allowing unions to charge non-members for lobbying seems to belong a world away, ideologically, from the one in 1977 that said such fees were constitutional.

From Prairie State Wire

GOP lawmakers move to block Rauner’s “Sanctuary State” plan

By Robert Hadley | 7 years ago

Six Illinois Republican lawmakers have moved to block a bill Gov. Bruce Rauner signed in August exempting illegal immigrants from being deported if local authorities apprehend them on unrelated matters.

Federal funds help Illinois launch 26-mile off-road venue for spring 2019

By Robert Hadley | Nov 17, 2017

Thanks to a federal grant, the Sahara Woods State Fish and Wildlife Area will be the site of an off-road trail opening in 2019 that’s expected to draw riders from across the region to the Southern Illinois venue.

Severin calls on constituents to stop by satellite offices

By Robert Hadley | Oct 20, 2017

Constituents of Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) will be able share their opinions with the congressman’s staff during three satellite office meetings on consecutive Wednesdays in November.

Federal grant invests in funding tied to positive outcomes for juveniles

By Robert Hadley | Feb 20, 2017

In an effort to improve the lot of at-risk youth, Illinois officials have launched a pilot program that accepts federal funds only when outcomes show improvement.