Casinos: the big winners
Article Abstract:
Mayor Richard Daley's plans for a downtown casino complex in Chicago has spurred fierce lobbying efforts. Public officials have received money to work directly or indirectly in favor or against the casino proposal, revealing the weakness of state laws on lobbying.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1993
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Party games
Article Abstract:
Daley's support has declined as his run for re-election nears, and he fears that Orr may use his popularity with voters to make a mayoral bid. But it is rumored that Orr would run for the Cook County Board presidency if Daley backed only him.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1993
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A friend indeed
Article Abstract:
The City Council of Chicago, IL, is continuing its practice of catering to special interests, although the terms of council members have been shortened. Mayor Daley can still assemble enough votes to pass any measure that he favors.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1993
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