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Some may feel hopeless about the corruption in Illinois and skeptical of “reforms” proposed to end it. However, Illinois voter polls reveal corruption does matter to voters, a sign that true reform may become a possibility. The Tribune reported:

• Gov. Pat Quinn’s soft approval ratings – 35% of respondents have no opinion.
• Mayor Daley’s approval rating is 35% in Chicago, with a disapproval rating of 47%.
• Todd Stroger has an approval rating of 10% and a disapproval rating of 70%.
• 77% support a recall amendment and 76% support term limits.

Illinoisans clearly want to end corruption and implement true reform. In addition to term limits and a recall amendment, voters should also put transparency at the top of their list as a means of identifying and rooting out corruption. It is up for voters (you!) to decide – to learn more about transparency and what you might want to look for in a candidate, visit Illinois Policy Institute and OpenIllinois.org.