McHenry County Blog reported who gave what to Democratic Party State Rep. candidate John Bartman. Now. let’s see how he spent $6,221.78 of his campaign money so far. $2,750 to Stars & Stripes, Bridgeview, for signs. $1,515 for printing from … Continue reading
Since Bartman has filed his report of contributions and expenditures for the period of July 1st through September 30th, we can also report that information to you. Contributions first. His campaign received $37,270.76 during the three-month period. $27,000 in cash … Continue reading
The McHenry County Building Trades Council has kicked in another $2,000 to Democratic Party State Representative John Bartman’s campaign. That’s in addition to $3,000 contributed previously. That’s in addition to $27,000 in contributions from unions during the months of July, … Continue reading
The Northwest Herald has decided to endorse Republicans Steve Reick and Allen Skillicorn from State Representative over Democrats John Bartman and Nancy Zettler. The endorsement of Reick mentions that Bartman worked for the Illinois Department of Transportation, but does not … Continue reading
Driving on Hillside Drive in Ridgefield, I found signs for pretty much every Democratic Party candidate on the ballot. There was one for Hillary Clinton and Tim Kaine. Congressional candidate Jim Walz was represented. The Democrat who would replace Jack … Continue reading
Two more labor unions have contributed $1,000 or more to the campaign of John Bartman, the Democrat who would replace Jack Franks in Springfield. They are $1,500 – IBEW Illinois PAC, Washington [International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers] $1,000 – SUAAction, Springfield … Continue reading
Reported today is another contribution from a labor union for John Bartman. It’s from the “IBEW Illinois PAC.” It’s based in Washington, D.C. The contribution was $1,500. A second contribution of $1,000 came from SUAAction out of Springfield. That’s the way … Continue reading
Sunday, the Northwest Herald continued its coverage of important local races. Usually, photos of both candidates are place on the front page. Sunday, the story was about the 63rd State Representative race to replace Jack Franks, who is stepping down … Continue reading
Stopped by to get my free copy of the Northwest Herald and was astonished at what was on its front page. It will be interesting to see how the NWH corrects this front page error. Steve Reick, not pictured on … Continue reading
The McHenry County League of Women Voters will host interchanges between legislative candidates for those running to replace Jack Franks and those running for State Senate in Pam Althoff’s and Dan McConchie’s districts at 7 tonight at McHenry County College. … Continue reading
Democratic Party State Rep. candidate John Bartman reports today that three unions have contributed $16,000 more to his campaign to defeat Republican Steve Reick. The details are below: $10,000 – IUOE [International Union of Operating Engineers] LOCAL 150 LOCAL AREA … Continue reading
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
Republican State Rep. candidate Steve Reick reported a couple of more contributions of more than $1,000 this week. Two were for employees assigned by the House Republican Organization: Dane Thall – $1,229.75 Jordan Ryan – $1,580.29 In addition, from the same source, … Continue reading
A Friend of McHenry County Blog got the questions asked in a telephone poll of State Rep. Jack Franks’ district. Originating from Harvey, Illinois, the topics covered follow: 1.) Are you likely to vote ? 2.) Are you Conservative, Moderate … Continue reading
From a friend of McHenry County Blog at 4:53 Friday afternoon: “Just partook in a phone survey that had numerous questions about Bartman and Reick.” If other readers were polled, please share the questions. … Continue reading
The Manufacturers Political Action Committee of Springfield contributed $2,000 to Steve Reick’s campaign for State Representative late last week. His opponent, John Bartman, has reported no contribution of $1,000 or more since opening his campaign committee about a month ago. … Continue reading
The Democrat who would replace State Rep. Jack Franks in the Illinois House of Representatives, John Bartman has an electronic reservation service for his August 25th fundraiser at his family farm. You can see it below: … Continue reading
The man who would succeed State Rep. Jack Franks in the Illinois House of Representatives, John Bartman, is holding a fundraiser on August 25th at Joe’s Place in Marengo. The price is $25 for individuals. Larger contributions are also solicited. … Continue reading
Reported near the end of July were two contributions: $2,000 – Norman Hart, retired United Airlines Pilot, Barrington $1,000 – Illinois House Victory Fund I haven’t seen any contributions to his Democratic Party opponent John Bartman of $1,000 or more. … Continue reading
With State Rep. Jack Franks in Philadelphia as a Hillary Clinton Delegate to the Democratic Party’s National Convention, his paid literature distributors are still hard at work. One forged his name on a piece of literature supporting his campaign for … Continue reading
