From State Rep. Jeff Keicher:
Rep. Keicher Calls for Decency, Has Mic Cut by Democrats
SPRINGFIELD – Speaking on the House floor to call for an end to grandstanding and feigned anger by Illinois Democrats over federal issues beyond the control of the Illinois Legislature, State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) had his microphone cut off by the Democratic Speaker.
Only after protests by House Republican members was Keicher later allowed to finish his remarks.
“The deterioration of basic decorum and feigned anger taking place on a daily basis from the other side of the aisle in the House Chamber is unlike almost anything we have seen in years,” said Keicher.
“The people of Illinois are frustrated at the indifference from this body to take meaningful action that will improve their lives.
“Screaming about issues the state legislature has no control over while tens of thousands of unemployed Illinoisans want us to do something to make their lives better has to stop.
“We need to get to work for the people of this state. The fact that my remarks were cut off is beyond the pale and demonstrates exactly why a gerrymandered government under one-party rule is wrong.”
The full video of Keicher’s remarks is available here:
As seen in the video, his microphone was cut at the two-minute mark and he was not given the opportunity to bring his remarks to a close, which is standard procedure in the House.
He was only allowed to finish his remarks later in the session.
