Davis Answers Questions, Heckling, At Parkland Event
Congressman Rodney Davis found both supporters and critics at his second Open Government Night, held Monday night at Parkland College in Champaign. But it was the critics who were the most vocal.
Local Group Accuses Congressman Of Meeting Private Donors While Avoiding Town Hall Meetings
A progressive group is criticizing Congressman Rodney Davis for holding private meetings with donors but not holding public town hall meetings; however Congressman Davis says those accusations are not accurate.
Davis Tele-Town Hall—And C-U Indivisible Listening Party—Wednesday Evening
Republican Congressman Rodney Davis is holding another “Tele-Town Hall” this evening, and some of his opponents are hosting a listening party.
Protesters Return for Rodney Davis’ Office Hours In Champaign
About 75 protesters showed up at Congressman Rodney Davis’ Champaign office Friday afternoon for his “office hour” meetings with constituents. The turnout was smaller than the Taylorville Republican’s round of closed-door meetings with individuals and small groups three weeks ago. But the demonstrators made enough noise, chanting “Town Hall!” “Bring Rodney Out!” and other slogans, that the congressman’s office neighbors complained.
Washington Lawmakers’ Obligations; Affordable Care Act; Illinois Politics; MLB Changes
On the 21st: What are the legal obligations Washington lawmakers have to their constituents? Plus, with all the discussion about repealing the Affordable Care Act, we discuss what this would mean for people in Illinois. We also check in with Peoria Journal Star’s Chris Kaergard and the AP’s John O’Connor for the latest in Illinois politics, and discuss recent changes to major league baseball with WBEZ sports reporter Cheryl Raye Stout.