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Some Groups Like Quinn's Budget Proposal
In the midst of lawmaker bellyaching over Gov. Pat Quinn's proposed tax hikes, some groups are stepping forward to applaud his ideas. Several groups came forward in Springfield in support of Quinn's proposed tax increases because they say their groups need funding.

The Brighton Park Neighborhood Association in Chicago and Michelle's Place Childcare Center in Cahokia say they came on behalf of the state's children, who they say can't afford any more cuts.

Michelle Wright owns the Cahokia day care center, and while she apologized for using a cliche', she says the children are indeed our future, and their education must start early. She says the only way she can afford to stay open is if she's guaranteed state funding.

Patricia Gallegos volunteers for the Brighton Park Parent Patrol in Chicago, which is a group of highly visible parents who patrol in orange vests to deter crime. The group is funded by the Department of Human Services. Gallegos says times have changed in Chicago, and now some school children are forced to worry about their own safety rather than their school work. She says they act as eyes and ears for the police, and do a good job of deterring crime, and need state funding to continue.

Gov. Pat Quinn's proposal to increase revenue includes an increase in both the income tax and corporate tax, which together could generate roughly $3 billion.

(Illinois Radio Network)
03 19 09 by Newsroom
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