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* 7:02 pm - The governor came out, read a brief statement and walked away. We’ll have video in a minute.
* 7:27 pm - For video of the governor’s statement, click on the pic…
* 7:30 pm - Text of the governor’s statement…
“Thanks for coming. It is nice to see you. I have a brief statement.”
“Tony Rezko is a friend and was a supporter. On a personal level, I deeply sad for what’s happened to Tony. I am profoundly sad for his children and for his wife Rita. My heart goes out to all of them. The jury’s decision is yet another reminder that ours is a system of government ruled by laws and not by men. I respect the decision of the jury.”
“As for me, I will continue to get up every single day to work as hard as I possibly can for the people, starting tomorrow where I hope to meet with the legislative leaders so that we can balance the budget in a way that’s fair and helps people and to pass a capital construction program that will stimulate our economy and create more than 500,000 jobs. Thank you.”
* Related…
* Analysis: After Rezko, could Blagojevich be next?
* Pat Quinn: “If you’re in-charge of the state of Illinois, elected by the people, and you see the verdict on 16 of these counts, it’s important for the governor to answer the questions of the people and the taxpayers. That’s what I think accountability is all about, and I think it’s time for the governor to come forward and answer questions.”
* Barack Obama: “I’m saddened by today’s verdict. This isn’t the Tony Rezko I knew, but now he has been convicted by a jury on multiple charges that once again shine a spotlight on the need for reform. I encourage the General Assembly to take whatever steps are necessary to prevent these kinds of abuses in the future.”
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Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 6:48 pm
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