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Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: July 14

Illinois Government 101: Understanding Your State Legislature Illinois has bicameral legislature, which means it’s made up of two chambers: Each Senate district elects one Senator,

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Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: June 30

My office is always here to help you, and I’m committed to representing our community to the best of my ability. Your feedback is important

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Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: June 16

Dear friend, Last month, we celebrated the National Day of Prayer. It was wonderful to see so many people praying across Illinois. Please join me

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Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: June 2

Is This Fair? Girls Lose Out as Biological Male Takes First in Track Meet Thank you to everyone who responded to our recent question about

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