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Senators Speak on Trial Day 1
Though state senators agreed to keep their opinions out of the impeachment trial of Gov. Rod Blagojevich, some have spoken up about their opinions about the trial thus far.

State Sen. Bill Brady (R-Bloomington) says Illinois citizens have been victimized over the last five years, but he's not concerned about that now because he wants to look toward the future, focus on how to get Illinois' reputation back, how to fix Illinois' economy, and the opportunities the state can provide for its citizens. He says he'll remain unbiased throughout the duration of the trial, and hopes his fellow senators will do the same.

Sen. Mike Jacobs (D-East Moline) says he's disappointed that Blagojevich didn't show up to defend himself due to his East Coast media blitz, though he thinks the governor will show up at some point before the end of the trial. He says the evidence presented Monday wasn't convincing, as Blagojevich's showcased behavior mirrors what other governors have done. Like Brady, Jacobs says he'll reserve judgment until the end of the trial.

Sen. Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac) says it's hard to get all the information senators need when they're acting as judge and jury, but not as a prosecutor. He says he's more interested in instances when the governor bypassed the legislature, and not aspects of the criminal investigation.

(Illinois Radio Network)
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