Friday, January 9, 2009

Statement from Sec. of State Jesse White on Impeachment of Gov. Blagojevich

From the Office of Secretary of State Jesse White

Since the day Governor Rod Blagojevich was arrested, I have been calling for him to step aside or resign. Unfortunately, the Governor has refused to put the people of Illinois first and do the right thing.

I have closely monitored the progress of the House Special Investigative Committee and today’s vote to impeach the Governor. I applaud their efforts to ensure that the process was handled fairly and professionally.

While it is a sad day for the state of Illinois, this is a necessary first step toward restoring integrity to our great state.

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