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Blago Book Not a Part of AG's Book Club
As ex-Gov. Rod Blagojevich feverishly writes his memoirs, sometimes spending 12 hours per day penning the book, not everyone is eager to read a tell-all about Illinois lawmakers.

Attorney General Lisa Madigan recently told reporters that the book would not be found on her reading list.

The ex-governor's six-figure book deal may have come along at just the right time, as lawmakers look at ways to strip him of his ability to collect a state pension.

A bill proposed by State Rep. Keith Farnham (D-Elgin) would strip state office holders of their pension if they are impeached. Current law dictates that Blagojevich remains eligible to collect a pension unless he is convicted of a felony. The bill has already passed the House and now heads to the Senate.

When asked if a Son of Sam-type law be imposed to keep criminals from profiting from their misdeeds, Madigan said the state should wait to see what the indictment against Blagojevich says. It’s expected next month.

(Illinois Radio Network)
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