Columnists
The Local Pulse – April flowers and campaign signs
As predictable as the sprouting of spring daffodils, crocus and hyacinth, not-as-pretty campaign yard signs are popping up all over the place. It’s a...
Columnists
The Local Pulse – Let it snow
This has been one of the snowiest winters we’ve had in quite a while, and as I glance outside and see yet another snow...
Columnists
The Local Pulse – New Year, New Focus
I have always looked forward to sharing my thoughts in this monthly column, and even though my title is no longer State Representative Grant...
City News
Naperville’s Pulse in Springfield – Reflections of a public servant
This marks the final column I will write as your State Representative. It has been the honor of my lifetime to serve as your...
City News
Naperville’s Pulse in Springfield – Making a difference for Little Friends
Some call it “pork,” and others call it “member initiative” money. Whatever you call it, the FY 2020 budget (7/1/19 – 6/30/20) included funds...
City News
Naperville’s Pulse in Springfield – Ethics matters
Ethics matter always. If you know me, you’ve heard me say this. And if you don’t, you’ve certainly seen me write about ethics in...
Columnists
Naperville’s Pulse in Springfield – RIP RBG
As I write this month’s column, the nation is mourning the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Yes, she was a staunch...
City News
Naperville’s Pulse in Springfield – Navigating Challenges
As I write this column, I am noticing a gradual uptick in coronavirus positivity rates and hospitalizations for DuPage County. I want to again...
City News
Naperville’s Pulse in Springfield – Madigan and Ethics
I have written about the dire need for ethics reform in Illinois many times in this column.
The most recent bombshell, which ties House Speaker...
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Naperville’s Pulse in Springfield – Thank you, Cindi Swanson
I often use this column to highlight greatness within our community. This month I want to acknowledge a tremendous community leader and fierce advocate...
