Quinn ill-advisedly told legislators that the rest of Illinois’ $13 billion budget deficit should be addressed by borrowing money and by allowing existing and additional unpaid bills to continue to pile up.

What is Pat Quinn thinking? Allowing more bills to pile up could be disastrous for the state in general and Not-For-Profit agencies in particular. It can create a crisis in the lives of Illinoisans who rely upon NFP agencies for skill development and job training, alcohol and drug rehabilitation, as well as senior citizen services and child care services, Many of the delegate agencies which provide those critical services are cash strapped and on the verge of collapse. Many are likely to fail if the state does not pay them, soon.

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Pat Quinn, Education is nothing to play with. It is the one core state responsibility that can not sustain additional cuts. It’s obvious to me that your threat was half-hearted. However, even your insincere threat may be damaging to the already fragile and underperforming Illinois educational system.

Enough is Enough!

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CHICAGO (AP) ― Opponents are criticizing Gov. Pat Quinn over his handling of an admissions scandal at the University of Illinois.

Quinn has yet to take action against the two school trustees who have refused his call to resign.

Quinn’s chief Democratic primary opponent, Illinois Comptroller Dan Hynes, blasted the governor for inaction. Hynes said Quinn should have had the situation resolved before school started this week.

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“Birthday Sex” isn’t for everyone.

A handful of protesters gathered this morning outside Chicago Public Schools headquarters, angry that the district’s back-to-school push is being led by CPS graduate Jeremih Felton, singer of the popular song “Birthday Sex.”

Calling Jeremih Felton “a sultry song singer with sensual lyrics,” gubernatorial candidate William Dock Walls said CPS should have gone in a more wholesome direction when picking a celebrity to encourage students to get back to school.

“A six-year-old is encouraged to say to another six-year-old, ‘It’s my birthday — let’s have sex,’” Walls said of the song’s lyrics, in which the singer offers a special gift — himself — to his lady lover for her birthday…

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ALSO READ THE ARTICLE FROM CHICAGO BREAKING NEWS CENTER!

Sadly, foreclosures are increasing across America… not decreasing!

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The hotline is fully up to speed on President Obama’s new Housing Assistance Program and will direct you to people who can keep you in your home.

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You work hard to provide for your children and want to make sure they grow up strong, smart and healthy. But if they aren’t covered by health insurance, this can be a daunting task. Now, you may have one less thing to worry about.

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Storm windows, insulation and even weather-stripping can help reduce your heating and cooling bills… but these can be pricey additions. Luckily, the U.S. Department of Energy has the “Weatherization Assistance Program,” which offers up to $2,500 to cover insulation costs.

Many people are eligible for this program, whether you are a renter or homeowner, live in single-family home or a mobile home. Income eligibility requirements vary state to state, and preference is given to the elderly and those families with children.

For information on eligibility and where to apply in your state, contact the Department of Weatherization, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.

While the IRS may seem like the last place you’d turn for help, that’s exactly where you should go for FREE assistance on preparing your taxes instead of those high-price services.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program offers free tax help for low- to moderate-income (generally $42,000 and below) people who cannot prepare their own tax returns. To locate the nearest VITA site, call 1-800-829-1040.

The Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program provides free tax help to people age 60 and older. As part of the IRS-sponsored TCE Program, AARP offers the Tax-Aide counseling program at more than 7,000 sites nationwide during the filing season. To locate a site near you, go here and put in your zip code.

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Many Americans are in credit trouble and don’t know how to get back on track. Here’s an unlikely source to turn to for free assistance: Uncle Sam!

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You can also get FREE counseling at your local County Cooperative Extension Service listed in the government section of your phone book under County Government.

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Do you think you may be eligible for government benefits, but aren’t sure? Believe it or not, Uncle Sam has BILLIONS of dollars to give away for free… if you know where to look.

A website has been established at http://www.govbenefits.gov, which is designed to help you negotiate through all the programs. Fill out a short questionnaire, and you’ll be provided with a list of benefits that may apply to you, as well as a full description and links to the resources.

Free Tax Help for Military Personnel

Military persons and their families receive free tax preparation. The Armed Forces Tax Council consists of the tax program coordinators for the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard.

The AFTC oversees the operation of the military tax programs worldwide and serves as the main outreach by the IRS to military personnel and their families. They are trained and equipped to address military-specific tax issues, such as combat zone tax benefits and the effect of the new Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) guidelines.

Free Help to Start a Business

If it’s your dream to start a business, you should know that you don’t have to go it alone. The government supports over 1,000 offices all over the country called Small Business Development Centers.

They will sit down with you and help tackle any problem you may be having with your business, such as funding, filling out forms, taxes, marketing, technical issues, contracting, etc.

All their services are free or for very little cost. For a center near you contact 1-800-8-ASK-SBA or visit them online.

Sincerely,

William “Dock” Walls

Governor Quinn and legislative leaders appear to be deadlocked. Quinn has not demonstrated a willingness to responsibly cut costs in ways that will not affect essential services. Legislators are unwilling to pass a tax increase that may jeopardize their re-election chances.

In fact, the recession will deepen if Illinois and other crisis stricken states are allowed to fail. It is time for Illinoisans to join with Californians, and call upon the Feds to redirect stimulus funds to assist the states. This will enable us to avoid Income Tax increases, funding cuts, layoffs and other pro-cyclical actions.