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Meet the Candidate: Sally Owens, 46th Senate District
Sally Owens brings over 25 years of experience as a small business consultant in Central Illinois, where she has been a driving force in fostering success across sectors like manufacturing, non-profit development, healthcare, and corrections. Her dedication to community service is evident through her work with organizations such as Illinois Central College, Youth Farm of Children’s Home, Easter Seals, and The General Wayne Downing Foundation. A devoted parent and avid dog lover, Sally is ready to channel her expertise and passion into serving the people of Illinois in Springfield.
Democrats propose disingenuous relief to families
Senate Republican Leader Dan McConchie reacts to the recent “tax relief” proposal by Senate Democrats:
GOP contends census results invalidate Illinois legislative maps
The GOP said the ACS estimates undercounted the state’s total population by 41,877 people, based on actual census results. Senate Republican leader Dan McConchie of Hawthorn Woods said the final census numbers showed the estimated data used by Democrats was “wildly inaccurate” and “ignored the voting rights of their own constituents.”
Illinois Republicans introduce “Voter Empowerment Project”
Two Republican members of the Illinois General Assembly want to allow elected officials to be recalled — a move they say would help fight corruption in the state.