PM Springfield Interviews

Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss the potential Doris Turner/Frank Lesko race and new polling in the U.S. Senate primary. 

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Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) joins Patrick to discuss the state's role in a new stadium for the Chicago Bears, transit funding, $1 billion for Chicago schools, and energy costs. 

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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss a potential $10 million fine against Senate President Don Harmon, Darren Bailey's potential entry into the Governor's race, and the new Fair Maps effort. 

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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss Darren Bailey's interest in the Governor's race, the state of the Illinois GOP, and where moderates fit in today's political parties

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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss former Sen. Darren Bailey's potential entry into the 2026 gubernatorial race and what it means for the GOP next year.

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Former Congressman John Shimkus joined Patrick to discuss the ongoing negotiations in the Ukraine/Russia war and the high energy prices currently impacting Illinoisans.

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Former Congressman and former Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood joins Patrick to discuss a new effort to get a measure on the ballot next year that changes the way legislative districts are redrawn. 

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Former Congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joins Patrick to talk about Friday's Trump/Putin meeting and Monday's Trump/Ukraine meeting.

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Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark joins Patrick to talk about attendance, concerts, and this weekend's projected heat at the Illinois State Fair. 

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Illinois Beef Association Executive Vice President Josh St. Peters stops by to talk with Patrick about Illinois beef farmers, the price of beef at the grocery store, tariffs, and the state of rural Illinois. 

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