Illinois Politics: A Citizen's Guide - Softcover

"The best book on Illinois politics and government. With inside information and interviews never before available, Illinois Politics: A Citizen's Guide will be used by scholars, students, and citizens for many years to come."--Dick Simpson, former Chicago alderman and author of Inside Urban Politics: Voices from America's Cities and Suburbs "The story between the covers tells a gripping tale of the state's past and present, and will unnerve readers about prospects for the future."--Illinois Times

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