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Modern Chicago City Council marks 100th anniversary leaving mixed past behind

Reformers were aiming to root out corruption with the advent of the 50-ward system in 1923, but illegal backroom deals have remained all too common for a legislative body that has otherwise seen massive change.

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Modern Chicago City Council marks 100th anniversary leaving mixed past behind

Reformers were aiming to root out corruption with the advent of the 50-ward system in 1923, but illegal backroom deals have remained all too common for a legislative body that has otherwise seen massive change.

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Capitol Fax com - Your Illinois News Radar » National political group receives $1 6 billion from Chicago donor with long history in Illinois politics

Capitol Fax com - Your Illinois News Radar » National political group receives $1 6 billion from Chicago donor with long history in Illinois politics
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When even onetime reformers turn corrupt, we must strengthen good government laws

Ineffective campaign finance rules, allowing alderpersons to make unilateral decisions on many permits and zoning changes and permitting elected officeholders to represent clients seeking government aid invite corruption.

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