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State Sen. Balkema on DOJ lawsuit against Chicago and Illinois: 'I’m praying for a peaceful end to this standoff'

Illinois State Senator Chris Balkema, representing District 53, expressed his views on the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) lawsuit against Illinois and Chicago.

By McLean County Times | Feb 20, 2025

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State Rep. Tipsword: 'I am opposed' to homeschool legislation

Dennis Tipsword, a representative for Illinois' 105th House District, expressed concerns over the "Homeschool Act," describing it as an example of Democrats' overreaching legislation.

By McLean County Times | Feb 19, 2025

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Sen. Rose: ‘Madigan ruled with an iron fist which has effectively destroyed a once great state’

By Chambana Sun Reports | 3 days ago

State Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) said former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan "ruled with an iron fist which has effectively destroyed a once great state."

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State Rep. Dennis Tipsword: 'The first firearm deer season opens this Friday in Illinois'

By McLean County Times | Nov 22, 2024

State Representative Dennis Tipsword announced the start of firearm deer season in a Facebook post dated November 20.

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U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood: 'John’s expertise will strengthen our nation'

By McLean County Times | Nov 16, 2024

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood expressed his support for President Trump's nomination of John Ratcliffe as CIA Director in a Facebook post dated November 15.

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OPINION: On the Issues: An Appeal to People of Faith - We Must Vote!

By Carl J. Wenning | Oct 30, 2024

As a man of faith, I am concerned when I hear that a fellow believer plans not to vote in the 2024 election. They are shirking their moral responsibility to God and the nation, which doesn’t bode well.

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OPINION: On the Issues: My Advice on Two Local Races (Part 2)

By Carl J. Wenning | Oct 29, 2024

Today, I continue advising the electorate on highly contested and critical local races. In Part 1 of this series, I made a recommendation in the Anderson vs. Chung race for Illinois House District 91, noting that Anderson is the preferred candidate.

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OPINION: On the Issues: My Advice on Two Local Races (Part 1)

By Carl J. Wenning | Oct 26, 2024

Two highly contested races are taking place locally in the current election season, and their outcomes will strongly influence the citizens of McLean County for years to come.

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OPINION: On the Issues: The Dangers of a Harris Presidency

By Carl J. Wenning | Oct 25, 2024

Every time I drive around Bloomington-Normal, I see yard signs promoting the election of Kamala Harris. I can’t help but ask myself, “What do Democrats see in this candidate?”

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OPINION: On the Issues: The Real Threat to Democracy

By Carl J. Wenning | Oct 11, 2024

The Democrat battle cry has become, “We must defeat Trump if we are to preserve democracy.”

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OPINION: On the Issues: What America Needs to Prosper

By Carl J. Wenning | Oct 11, 2024

America is at a crossroads. Over the next month, American citizens must choose who will lead this country – Donald J. Trump or Kamala Harris.

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OPINION: On the Issues: County Board - The Heart of the Matter

By Carl J. Wenning | Oct 2, 2024

Early voting for the November 5 election is now taking place. Following the primary elections of March 19, we found out who among the Republican candidates would run against Democratic contenders.

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OPINION: On the Issues: The Democrat Big Top Circus

By Carl J. Wenning | Oct 1, 2024

The more I watch the Democrats rally around their clueless candidate for president – Kamala Harris – the more I believe they are trying to “pull a big one” on American voters.

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OPINION: On the Issues: Why I'm Voting for Trump (Part 2)

By Carl J. Wenning | Sep 25, 2024

In my last On the Issues op-ed (Why I’m Voting for Trump, Part 1), I began explaining how I support Donald Trump over Kamala Harris in the presidential race. I noted that such a question should not be taken out of context and that there are several philosophical principles that the wise and learned will use to just the worth or value of one thing over the other. The first principle that I referred to was the lesser of two evils. Now, I continue with additional principles such as policy over personality, substance over style, the devil you know, and the test question, “Are you better off now?”

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OPINION: On the Issues: Why I'm Voting for Trump (Part 1)

By Carl J. Wenning | Sep 23, 2024

A short time ago, I made a public statement on social media, “For those of you who say, ‘I can’t believe you are voting for Trump,’ I’m not just voting for him. I’m voting against socialism. I’m voting for the Second Amendment. I’m voting for the next Supreme Court justice. I’m voting for the Electoral College and the constitutional republic we live in. I’m voting for the police and law and order. I’m voting for the military and the veterans who fought and died for this country. I’m voting for the right to speak my opinion and not be censored. I’m voting for secure borders. I’m voting for legal immigration. I’m voting for the right to praise my God without fear. I’m voting for every unborn soul the Democrats want to murder. I’m voting for liberty, freedom, and the American dream. I’m voting for good against evil. I’m not just voting for one person. I’m voting for the future of my country!”

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On the issues: A conservative agenda for America

By Press Release | Sep 16, 2024

Every four years, before presidential elections, the Republican and Democrat National Committees produce a platform on which their parties run. This year is no different. I tend to go through party platforms to be an informed voter.

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Republicans Present Four Awards at Annual Lincoln-Reagan Dinner

By Press Release | Sep 12, 2024

The McLean County Republicans presented four awards to party members at last night's Lincoln-Reagan Dinner (September 10). Each was recognized for meritorious service.

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Republicans Open 2024 Election Headquarters-Shop

By Press Release | Sep 5, 2024

The McLean County Republicans held the grand opening of their 2024 election headquarters and newly revamped Restore Illinois Shop, a key hub for political campaign materials leading into the crucial autumn election campaign. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood at the McLean County Republican Headquarters, 211 S. Prospect, Suite 9, in Bloomington.

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Republicans to Host Reception for Newly-Elected Illinois GOP Leader Kathy Salvi

By Press Release | Aug 28, 2024

On Tuesday, September 10, the McLean County Republican Party will host a special reception in honor of newly elected Illinois GOP leader Kathy Salvi. The event will occur at the DoubleTree Hotel and Convention Center in Bloomington, Illinois, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., preceding the Party’s annual Lincoln-Reagan Dinner.

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Election Center and Shop Grand Opening

By Press Release | Aug 27, 2024

The McLean County Republicans are excited to announce the grand opening of their 2024 Election Center and Restore Illinois Shop on Wednesday, September 4, at 4:00 p.m. The store, located at 211 S. Prospect, Suite 9, Bloomington, offers a wide range of political campaign materials, from yard signs and lapel pins to caps and T-shirts.