August 2, 2004

In This Issue
* Campaign Disclosure Reports Filed
* Paul Simon Tribute: Thursday, August 12

Campaign Disclosure Reports Filed
Campaign finance reports for the first half of 2004 were filed with the State Board of Elections by Monday, August 2. The legislative leaders and statewide executive officers showed significant fundraising, led by Gov. Rod Blagojevich who reported raising just over $5 million. For fun facts about the reports, click here. ICPR will be processing the reports throughout August, and will be posting reports and analysis in the coming weeks. Be sure to check ilcampaign.org for updates!

Paul Simon Tribute: Thursday, August 12
Please join ICPR at a tribute to Paul Simon, our late co-founder, and the 1993 Ethics Act, to be held on Thursday, August 12 at Hot House in Chicago's south loop. Sheila Simon will accept an award on behalf of her father. Individual tickets to the event are just $50. Click here for more information or call (312) 335-1767.

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