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Gov. Bruce Rauner was among a group of buyers who paid $104,000 Tuesday for the Grand Champion Steer, besting the previous Illinois State Fair record of $100,000.
The steer was shown by Lucas Wisnefski, 18, of Wyoming, Illinois. Speaking to reporters afterward, Wisnefski explained his formula for success.
“It’s hard work and dedication,” he said. “Always try to work the hardest you can.” […]
The previous record paid for a champion steer was two years ago. Last year, it brought $62,000, and then was resold for another $12,000. Wisnefski’s steer was bought by Bruce and Diana Rauner and a group calling itself Friends of the Exhibitor (Wisnefski).
The governor wasn’t available for comment after the sale.
* Tribune…
Congratulations to Gov. Bruce Rauner — the Usain Bolt of buying expensive cattle at the Illinois State Fair — who on Tuesday night became the proud owner of a $104,000 steer. […]
Wearing blue jeans, cowboy boots and a red and blue plaid shirt, Rauner confidently fended off rival bidders to scoop up a 1,324-pound cross-breed named “David L.”
Just as Bolt celebrated before the crowd in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday night with his trademark “lightning” pose, the governor acknowledged the audience at the state fairgrounds in Springfield with his trademark “thumbs up” gesture.
Rauner got a big cheer for setting a new record at the charity auction, which benefits 4-H clubs and the Illinois Future Farmers of America.
posted by Rich Miller
Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 9:53 am
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His money buys a lot of bull.
Comment by MSIX Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 9:55 am
“I spent millions”
The Rauner way to cover himself so when the time comes for FFA funding… Rauner will just zero it out.
“I paid for steers!”
Welp, good on you, Governor. So what about FFA?
Comment by Oswego Willy Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 9:56 am
Named “Dave L.”
Are we sure Rauner didn’t think he was buying Senator Luectefeld?
Comment by Saluki Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 9:57 am
But he’s not gonna race it, he’s gonna put it out to stud.
Comment by 47th Ward Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:05 am
The best thing Rauner has done for higher education in Illinois as governor is donate that meat to UIUC.
Second comparing Bruce Rauner to Usain Bolt how did that get passed the editorial desk or was Sam Zell guest editing at the Trib yesterday.
Comment by Almost the Weekend Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:08 am
- 47th Ward -
Well played my “German-Irish” friend…
Comment by Oswego Willy Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:08 am
Where the heck is AFSCME? Why aren’t they rallying at the State Fair anymore?
Comment by Handle Bar Mustache Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:09 am
Doing something good can’t even get the guy an atta boy?
Comment by Shemp Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:18 am
“Let the non-legislators eat steak … for a day.”
Comment by Deft Wing Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:19 am
Something something Rauner in Springfield buying castrated something.
– MrJM
Comment by @MisterJayEm Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:25 am
“Doing something good can’t even get the guy an atta boy?” Well, there is that, but there’s also a point of view that sees it as a cynical “See, I can buy anything I want you can’t stop me” light to it.
Comment by Skeptic Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:28 am
MSIX and 47th ward, MrJM gets it right. It’s a steer.
Comment by Anonymous Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:29 am
The Governor gave a short speech yesterday expressing support for our local farmers. In the budget he submitted earlier this year he zeroed out funding for FFA which previously had only been about 3 million annually if I recall. His actions yesterday sounds like a bunch of bull.
Comment by The Dude Abides Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:32 am
He does realize that steers can’t vote, right?
Comment by Sir Reel Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:36 am
Good for him! He also promoted the event on Twitter, noting that money raised is used for Scholarships. I appreciate his efforts to promote the fair.
Comment by Fairness and Fairness Only Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:38 am
Bull with the mess …
Comment by Deft Wing Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 10:48 am
“… he’s gonna put it out to stud.”
The steer will be as productive as 1.4%.
Comment by Huh? Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 11:52 am
Seems appropriate to put this here, from the best band in America: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiLyebT-sjOAhWM7yYKHbouDpoQyCkIHzAA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DazxqztGJqiQ&usg=AFQjCNHXC13zqKxd4L6xsStOiiMF3fWyDQ&sig2=UWC9sfT_bY7daxH8_IduRQ&bvm=bv.129759880,d.dmo
Comment by Toffee Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 12:20 pm
I’m sorry, that URL was ridiculous. Here they are, Wussy performing “Grand Champion Steer” a few years back: http://bit.ly/2bsCxT0
Comment by Toffee Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 12:22 pm
Horrible decision - I thought this guy was a business man - buy low, sell high. At market prices that cow is around 4000.
Hey Bruce - I got a 2001 Chevy Lumina I can sell you……hmmmmm… how about 13,000?
Comment by Dr X Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 1:24 pm
Good for him fo supporting the 4h. I wonder which ranch gets his bull.
If he dripped the union hatred and anti middle class/ anti state worker stuff most of his other decaisions and actions arent bad.
Comment by Ghost Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 1:26 pm
=MSIX and 47th ward, MrJM gets it right. It’s a steer.=
My statement is bovine gender neutral.
Comment by MSIX Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 1:48 pm
State workers are over paid and coddled. Basically hated by the general population.
Comment by Ron Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 4:34 pm
That steer shoulda been named “Ron.”
Comment by Arthur Andersen Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 4:45 pm
He just continues to buy things and people. Gotta love our Gov!
Comment by HRC2016 Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 7:18 pm
Now despite the generous $104,000 for the bull, Mr Rauner has failed down state municipalities, damaged domestic violence and drug treatment programs, untold harm in not funding higher education and we can go on and on and on…..
His gestures appear hollow. This will be his only highlight until he leaves office.
Comment by tinsel town Wednesday, Aug 17, 16 @ 8:03 pm