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Credit Union (noun) – volunteer led, locally owned, democratically controlled cooperatives
Tuesday, Nov 5, 2013 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] As financial cooperatives, credit unions function as economic democracies. Every customer is both a member and an owner. Each member has the opportunity to vote in electing board members and members also run for election to the board. A credit union’s board of directors consists of unpaid volunteers, elected by and from the membership – everyday people like you. Unlike most other financial institutions, credit unions do not issue stock or pay dividends to outside stockholders. Instead, earnings are returned to members in the form of lower loan rates, higher interest on deposits, and lower fees. Board members serve voluntarily. Speaking of volunteering, the credit union “People Helping People” philosophy motivates credit unions to get involved in countless community charitable activities and worthwhile causes. A credit union’s goal is to serve all members well, including those of modest means - every member counts. Credit unions exist solely for this reason, not to make a profit. Members know their credit union will be there for them in challenging times, as well as good – which is the reason why members are so fiercely loyal.
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$1.4 Billion Economic Benefit and 6,294 Illinois jobs at risk…
Tuesday, Nov 5, 2013 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] That’s why a coalition of thousands of Central and Southern Illinois workers, families, local union organizations, mayors and 28 members of the Illinois General Assembly support Dynegy’s efforts to acquire the Ameren Energy Resources (AER) energy centers located in Joppa, Newton, Bartonville, Canton and Coffeen. Together these centers: * Create an annual statewide economic benefit of $1.4+ billion “Dynegy has stepped up to help support much-needed union jobs and economic activity in Illinois,” said Michael T. Carrigan, president of the Illinois AFL-CIO. “We support Dynegy’s efforts to ensure reduced emissions while protecting the economic livelihoods of Illinois families and local communities, especially in hard-hit Central and Southern Illinois.” AER and Dynegy are strongly committed to reducing air emissions from their Illinois energy centers which operate in accordance with EPA regulations:
* AER has contributed more than $1 billion in pollution control equipment * Dynegy reduced SO2 emissions levels at its facilities by more than 90% since 1998 Learn more: www.DynegyInIllinois.com.
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It’s Time for Marriage Equality in Illinois
Tuesday, Nov 5, 2013 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] “Several of my colleagues have indicated that they would not be willing to cast a vote on this bill today … I apologize to the families who were hoping to wake up tomorrow as full and equal citizens of this state.” – Rep. Greg Harris, May 31, 2013 On May 31, 2013, the Illinois House of Representatives adjourned without taking a vote on the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act. The lack of action by the House left thousands of Illinois couples and their families without the protections and security that only marriage brings. The House denied them the chance to be, as Harris put it, “full and equal citizens of this state.” Some legislators told Harris they needed more time – and that they would be prepared to vote for SB10 in November. Well, November has arrived. And much has happened since then. In June, the U.S. Supreme Court found the Defense of Marriage Act to be unconstitutional. In his majority opinion, Justice Anthony Kennedy said excluding gays and lesbians from marriage “humiliates tens of thousands of children now being raised by same-sex couples.” In September, Steven Rynes lost his battle with cancer. Steven died before he could realize his dream of marrying his partner, Robb Smith. While legislators got more time, Steven Rynes did not. This isn’t just about the legal protections marriage affords. It’s about dignity. It’s about equality before the law. It’s about fairness. It is time for the Illinois House of Representatives to get on the right side of history and pass SB10. It’s time to stop excluding same-sex couples from marriage. Illinois families can’t wait. Watch Illinois couples and Rep. Greg Harris speak out in our latest video… For more information, visit IllinoisUnites.org.
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