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Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea joins Patrick to discuss the union's frustration with issues not advancing in the General Assembly and why they waited to issue endorsements for the November election.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss the need for ethics reform at the statehouse and Darren Bailey's struggling campaign for Governor.
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Conservative columnist for NOTUS and podcaster Matt Lewis joins Patrick for a chat about the grit of the first family and handicapping the 2028 race.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joins Patrick for conversation on House Speaker Chris Welch's future and the need for ethics reform.
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WAND-TV political reporter Mike Miletich joins Patrick to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's role in addressing sexual harrassment cases and if Democrats will hold a serious investigation into indicted Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana).
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Former Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss ethics issues at the statehouse and Darren Bailey's performance in the race for governor.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's role in a sexual harassment scandal in the House and the race for Governor.
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Rep. CD Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss ethics scandals in the House and fundraising challenges for the GOP.
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Daily Herald reporter Christopher Placek joins Patrick to discuss the latest developments, or lack thereof, in the Chicago Bears stadium saga
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss new reporting in the harassment claims against former Rep. Harry Benton and criminal charges against Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana).
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PM Springfield with Patrick Pfingsten (formerly known as Springfield's Morning News) dives deep into the stories shaping Springfield and beyond. With sharp analysis, candid commentary, and a steady stream of interviews with lawmakers, insiders, and newsmakers, this show is your essential guide to the political pulse of the Prairie State.
Focus in on the interviews you want to hear with the PM Springfield Interviews podcast.
Patrick Pfingsten talks with Springfield’s key newsmakers weekdays on 97.7 FM and 970 AM WMAY weekdays 3pm - 6pm with a repeat of hour one from 6p - 7pm.
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