Kenneally Makes Direct Mail Pitch for Contributions

When Lou Bianchi was McHenry County State’s Attorney he held a fundraising dinner every year. Who couldn’t love his jokes? His hand-picked successor, Patrick Kenneally, apparently is taking a different approach. He is just asking for money in a letter … Continue reading

Unions Pony Up $2,000 for Bartman

Some money from John Bartman’s recent fundraiser finally made it to the banks, according to the State Board of Elections web site. Two unions are reported to have given $1,000 apiece: Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters McHenry County Building Trades … Continue reading

Dems React to Boehner’s Stepping Down

Don’t know how, but I’ve gotten on some Democratic Party congressional fundraising email lists. Thought you might be interested in how Democrats are using House Speaker John Boehner’s announced resignation from the top post. Before today, their pitch was aimed … Continue reading

Shepley’s Big Contributors Since the Last Election

Crystal Lake Mayor Aaron Shepley held a fundraiser last Thursday at the Crystal Lake Country Club even though he has over $9,000 in the bank and no one on the ballot running against him. He does, however, have a write-in … Continue reading