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*** UPDATED x1 *** Andrzejewski says he won’t run for anything

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* 11:10 am - After announcing that he would make a “major announcement regarding the future of Illinois” today, Adam Andrzejewski announced moments ago that he won’t run for any office in 2014.

Sheesh.

Video is here.

Discuss.

*** UPDATE *** From an e-mail to his supporters…

Today, I announced that I am staying on as CEO of For The Good of Illinois and will not seek public office in 2014.

After consulting with supporters, donors, advisors, and my family, I have decided not to run for office in the 2014 election cycle.

Now, we are free to pursue transparency & accountability reforms on a non-partisan basis. We will continue to put “every dime, online, in real time” through the Open the Books platform; advocate for aggressive auditing of government agencies; and, when necessary, pursue legal action to expand transparency.

We have been effective at exposing corrupt practices. This will continue…

Our platform of real solutions - expanded transparency, forensic audits, and freezing property taxes - is robust. These policies, along with other necessary reforms, begin to solve the long-term problems of the state.

Together, we are a national leader in pioneering online transparency of Government spending. Our first-to-market mobile app which hyper-localizes twelve years of United States Government checkbook spending to your zip code- is a game changer with national implications. Stay tuned for more….

My Conclusion: Illinois requires aggressive reforms, and after balancing the pros and cons of each approach, I decided I will have a more positive impact outside of an elected position.

Thank you to all who have supported our work.

We have much to do.

posted by Rich Miller
Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:10 am

Comments

  1. Who does guy think he is, a Kardashian or something?

    Comment by wordslinger Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:12 am

  2. Now that is important for the future of Illinois.

    Comment by Norseman Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:13 am

  3. Where does he buy trousers to fit stones that big?

    Comment by Arthur Andersen Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:14 am

  4. It’s a tad early for an April Fool’s gag, isn’t it?

    Comment by 47th Ward Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:14 am

  5. Rickrolled!!!

    Comment by Aaron Krager Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:15 am

  6. Lesson Learned - Adam A. is not someone relevent to the discussion.

    Any guy, with his election record, holds a presser to announce he ain’t running, is just wanting to hear himself talk. Congratulations, you talked, good for you, now just go do whatever you are going to do.

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:15 am

  7. I’m not running, too.

    Film at 10

    Comment by mr. whipple Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:16 am

  8. Man, I would have been angry if I had my sport jacket dry cleaned for that. Hope the hors d’oeuvres were good.

    Seriously, who has a press event to announce that you’re going to do what nearly 13 million other Illinoisans are going to do in 2014, not run for elected office?

    Then again, Adam has been making announcements and declarations of absolutely no importance since he decided to get involved in politics, I guess today shouldn’t be any different.

    Comment by Small Town Liberal Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:18 am

  9. I will miss him, however.

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:19 am

  10. OW -

    He might not be gone for long. I wonder if he is trying to be adopted as someone’s Lt. Gov. pick? Just a thought.

    Comment by Cuban Pilot Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:21 am

  11. He did say that his kids need a coach. Possibly gig for the governor’s brother?

    Comment by Name Withheld Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:24 am

  12. Who is that again?

    Comment by MrGrassroots Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:25 am

  13. His is a goofball!

    Comment by Downstater Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:26 am

  14. i had never heard him speak, just read his nonsense about forensic audits. what a squeaky little voice. how embarrassing for those behind him. here is my platform, yada, yada, yada…..but ta-da. i am not running. thats what letters to the editor are for.

    Comment by langhorne Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:28 am

  15. Tilting at windmills might be more credible than being a Republican politician. Look at the ILGOP chairmanship clowncar.

    Comment by LHMS Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:29 am

  16. - Cuban Pilot -,

    I have no knowledge of Rutherford’s, or Dillard’s or Schock’s plans, but you could push me over with a feather if any of those three CHOOSE Adam as their #2. Those three are sane enough not to go down that road.

    Rauner? Rauner needs someone with at least a “working knowledge” of Springfield, municipalities, or the Public Sector. Placing 4th in a Primary for governor doesn’t count.

    Don’t worry, - Cuban Pilot -, it’s early. Heck, Plummer’s twitter still has “Plummer for Congress” as its wallpaper!

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:29 am

  17. AA, now for political abuse.

    Comment by Amalia Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:30 am

  18. Have to give him credit for posting the salary information. But, what an arrogant clown show.

    Comment by Samurai Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:30 am

  19. Major announcement affecting the future of Illinois.

    Adam Andrzejewski announced moments ago that he won’t run for any office in 2014.

    Things are lookin up!!!

    Now only if a few others would follow suit…..

    Comment by Irish Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:30 am

  20. His staff keeps getting on facebook talking about a third party. Well, I could use a running mate. Call me, Adam.

    Comment by Scott Lee Cohen Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:33 am

  21. If he hits the gum for a few months I could see him being LtGov for TeamAbs.

    Comment by TeamAbs Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:35 am

  22. The only funnier incidence of “MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT” I’ve seen was the series of Scott Lee Cohen “announcements” in 2010 during his brief LG nomination after which he didn’t even show up to the indicated venue.

    Comment by Will Caskey Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:36 am

  23. Is Adam Andrzejewski channelling his inner-Ron Burgundy??

    “Ladies and gentlemen, can I please have your attention. I’ve just been handed an urgent and horrifying news story. I need all of you, to stop what you’re doing and listen.

    CANNONBALL!!!!!!!!!!”

    Comment by TCB Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:37 am

  24. Well, a couple thoughts here. First, I wonder just how deep his pockets are. Like Plummer, who I think didn’t put much into his own race this time, I wonder if AA didn’t really have that ability.

    Second, I wonder if he draws a salary from this foundation. If so, he might just enjoy that position of paid rabble rouser which is guaranteed to the uncertain future as treasurer, where he’d actually be held accountable for things.

    He’s a little goofy, sure. But actually, on balance, I’m glad he’s around. And very glad he’s not running for anything.

    Oh, he could always change his mind. :)

    Comment by Vote Often Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:40 am

  25. This is, indeed, hysterical. And on many different levels…

    Comment by Cincinnatus Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:40 am

  26. Just another example of the need for more mental health services.

    Comment by Tommydanger Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:41 am

  27. Whew! I not worried the future of Illinois will be in doubt as a result.

    We will survive!

    Comment by Wensicia Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:44 am

  28. Thank God. I won’t have to fight this doofus over the AA letters for the next two years. Besides, I was here first.
    Sincerely,
    The Real AA

    Comment by Arthur Andersen Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:44 am

  29. What is it with Republicans making “major announcements” that announce nothing. Reminds me of Trump’s “major announcements” that turned into a rehashed $5 million offer for Obama’s college transcripts.

    Comment by Chicago Cynic Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:46 am

  30. And people actually showed up.

    Comment by walkinfool Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:48 am

  31. I object to this comparison of Andy A to a Kardashian. We at least have a following. If a comparison needs to be mase, say he’s like Chloe. No one likes her.

    Comment by Kim Kardashian Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:49 am

  32. Well, at least I understand the whole “future of Illinois” thing now. The fact that he isn’t running for anything bodes well for that future.

    Comment by Demoralized Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:51 am

  33. I, which is to say, Me, have, Myself, which is to say, I, decided not to grace you with My Presence as your Leader. That is all.*

    Thus endeth the minutes (all 15 of ‘em) of another clown.

    *: Or did he use the Imperial “We”?

    Comment by Northsider Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:53 am

  34. Andrzejewski translated into English: “Fifth Place”

    Comment by Steak Taters And Gravy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:54 am

  35. Maybe Rauner’s fundraising scared him off! It has been impressive so far.

    Comment by blogman Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:56 am

  36. The MTRO just passed a unanimous resolution.

    Be it RESOLVED, Adam is a d:ck.

    Comment by Milton Township Republican Organization Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:56 am

  37. I am drafting my press release now. I just have to practice raising my nose in the air.

    Comment by RJ Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:57 am

  38. As an aside, I am happy for - Arthur Andersen -.

    This is a glorious day for you, and you should rejoice. The “other” AA is staying in his Ivory Tower.

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 11:58 am

  39. I had a major announcement from my dog this morning. She wanted out too.

    Comment by zatoichi Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:12 pm

  40. I am pleased to announce that I am not running for Governor or Lieutenant Governor this year. However, stay alert as there may be further announcements in the near future. In the meantime I appreciate the great support that has been shown for me, and I will continue to work tirelessly to better our great State blah blah blah…

    Comment by steve schnorf Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:17 pm

  41. Isn’t how our current Guv got started? Consumer watchdog, rallying against utilities, cutting the bloated size of the GA. Democrats disliked him as much as Republicans.

    AA could be the Republican PQ.

    Let’s look ahead to 2022………

    Comment by Darienite Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:21 pm

  42. What I’m really saying is that after consulting with my advisors and family I discovered that I don’t have any supporters or donors.

    “After consulting with supporters, donors, advisors, and my family, I have decided not to run for office in the 2014 election cycle.”

    Comment by AFSCME Steward Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:24 pm

  43. I am also pleased to announce that I am not running for the Metropolitan Sanitary District or for Du Page County Board Chairman this year. However, stay alert as there may be further announcements in the near future. In the meantime I appreciate the great support that has been shown for me, and I will continue to work tirelessly to better our great State blah blah blah…

    Comment by steve schnorf Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:28 pm

  44. It is not fair to compare Adam with even me , I think Adam Rodman may be better . Hey North Korea Adam is looking for press and is open to visit . Adam brings Lech to North Korea , press at 7

    Comment by Chloe Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:29 pm

  45. I wish I had the kind of money where I could afford a press conference to announce nothing.

    Comment by Dirty Red Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:31 pm

  46. Red, try using Rich’s blog. it works quite well, and reaches a lot of interested people. I personally am considering several additional important announcements in the near future.

    Comment by steve schnorf Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:34 pm

  47. Seriously guys , I am all about “for the good of Illinois ” and not feeding my bloated ego .

    Comment by Adam A Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:37 pm

  48. I think this is my cue — thanks Adam

    Comment by Political Career in Flames Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:40 pm

  49. When that sorry looking group of misfits was lining up behind him for the press conference I thought they were going to start doing the Harlem Shake dance my granddaughter keeps posting on her Facebook page.

    Comment by Meanderthal Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:41 pm

  50. I guess Adam won’t be coming here bi-weekly anymore ? Thank God

    Comment by Effingham County Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:41 pm

  51. Calling the folks behind Adam misfits is an insult to misfits.

    Comment by Group of misfits Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:43 pm

  52. So is For the Good of Illinois non-partisan like IPI, or non-partisan like the rest of us think non-partisan means? Just asking.

    Comment by PublicServant Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:46 pm

  53. Considering FGIs history of only going after Republicans, I am guessing it is a front for Madigan.

    Comment by madam of bracelets Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:50 pm

  54. I can’t believe I quit over this bully.

    Comment by Roger Eddy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:52 pm

  55. This is the worst day EVER for us , we will now have to cover all of Adam’s stuff . Joy :(

    Comment by Crickets Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:53 pm

  56. ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

    Comment by Nearly Normal Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:53 pm

  57. How did I finish behind this phone book magnate?

    Comment by Dan Proft Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:54 pm

  58. At the central committee meeting I will just have to inform the members that I am at least not Adam A .

    Happy Days

    Comment by Pat Brady Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:55 pm

  59. You don’t have to be elected to still be a force in Illinois politics!!!!!

    Comment by Cedra Crenshaw Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:55 pm

  60. OK, OK, you’ve had your fun. Enough with the sock puppetry or I’m gonna start deletions.

    Comment by Rich Miller Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:56 pm

  61. Come on Miller , I was just getting warmed up

    Comment by Sock puppet Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:58 pm

  62. Miller — Crickets ??? That was $$$$ pure $

    Comment by Sock puppet Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:59 pm

  63. This just in. Adam Andrzejewski has announced his schedule for this week.

    Thursday he will have a major announcement on the future of Iowa.

    Friday he will have a major announcement on the future of Kansas

    Saturday he will have a major announcement on the future of New Mexico

    Sunday he will have a major announcement on Idaho.

    Stay posted for additional schedule updates.

    Comment by AFSCME Steward Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 12:59 pm

  64. AFSCME owes me a new Keyboard — I spit coffee from my nose laughing

    Comment by Sock puppet Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:02 pm

  65. News Flash : Adam accepts job as Dan Proft’s driver and wiper .

    Comment by Sock puppet Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:04 pm

  66. Wait for it… wait for it… wait for it…

    Comment by Statesman Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:06 pm

  67. I don’t think the word “major” is what he thinks it means.

    Comment by Ouch Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:09 pm

  68. I’m relieved!
    I learned to spell, “Blagojevich”, “Illinois”, and “Giannoulais” - I do not wish to learn how to spell Andy Whatshisstupidname.

    Comment by VanillaMan Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:10 pm

  69. Even the mouth breathers at Illinois review are mad at Adam . The words new low may not actually describe this current spot.

    Comment by Sock puppet Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:11 pm

  70. I’d like to nominate AA to the political spank bank board of directors.

    Comment by Mob Banker Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:11 pm

  71. Just think of how much campaign money the guy COULD HAVE raised if he was gonna actually run for an office! Pure genius on his part - - by making a big press conference announcing he is not running for anything; he actually pulls off the most TRANSPARENT media/political event of all time. The guy is a GENIUS - - (all tongue in cheek, of course)

    Comment by East Central Illinois Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:11 pm

  72. Wordslinger- perfect comment ! What an amazing ego one must have to call a press conference to announce that they are not running for office, especially when nobody has really been asking then to run in the first place. What a joke !

    Comment by Roadiepig Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:19 pm

  73. word- great line

    Comment by LisleMike Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:29 pm

  74. Next Northwestern Basketball coach. Book it.

    Comment by Wildcat Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:33 pm

  75. bwahaha…thanks Vanilla man…another wealthy man with a large ego and bank account who thankfully spared us his egomaniacal quest for an office he is unfit and unready for…drinks for everyone at 5 pm at your favorite watering hole…

    Comment by Loop Lady Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:33 pm

  76. I still fail to see what his issue is with audits. You can see an audit of any agency online at any time. And, there are also special audits going on all the time. And I still have no idea what the heck he is talking about with a forensic audit. He clearly doesn’t understand what that term means or he would stop saying it.

    Oh, and I almost spit out my coffee with his whole “non-partisan” statement, although I guess that could be true since I think he thinks he is his onwn political party.

    Comment by Demoralized Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 1:54 pm

  77. I will not be making myself available in next month’s NFL draft.

    Comment by Quizzical Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 2:08 pm

  78. I haven’t seen an exercise in this much excrement since my last barium GI.

    Comment by IBS Victim Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 2:11 pm

  79. Super Abe
    http://illinoisreview.typepad.com/illinoisreview/2010/08/new-comic-character-super-abe-unveiled.html

    Comment by Sock puppet Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 2:33 pm

  80. I guess once Bill Brady and Jason Plummer told Adam they would be too busy to manage his campaign next year he had to quit…

    Comment by madison Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 3:11 pm

  81. If nominated, I will not run. If elected, I will not serve.

    Comment by Cincinnatus Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 3:39 pm

  82. Mock all you want, Cincy. Adam lit himself on fire but at least he didn’t endorse Barack Obama.

    Comment by just sayin Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 3:41 pm

  83. Whew! If this Blog were a bar, I wouldn’t go in.

    Comment by Anon III Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 3:46 pm

  84. The entire state of Illinois…well, it goes about its day as if nothing has happened. But we always appreciate hearing from you, Adam.

    Comment by Boone Logan Square Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 3:51 pm

  85. If this Blog were a bar, I’d never go home.

    Comment by 47th Ward Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 3:59 pm

  86. - 47th Ward -,

    I think Rich shuts this down over the weekend to wipe the tables, hose down the floor, and restock.

    Are you a “booth” - 47th Ward -, or a belly-up to the bar? The only differences between here and “Cheers” is alcohol being served and the commercials.

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 4:11 pm

  87. I’m definitely a belly-up-to-the-bar kind of guy Willy. I’m a big fan of bartenders and like to soak up their wisdom while I’m soaking my gut in beer.

    My old bartender friend introduced me to my wife. I’ve since forgiven him, but now I don’t tip as much as I used to. He understands.

    Comment by 47th Ward Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 4:20 pm

  88. -If this Blog were a bar, I’d never go home-

    47th, if this Blog were a bar, Arthur’s liver would be deader than Elvis.

    Comment by Arthur Andersen Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 4:22 pm

  89. Gotta go Belly-up, prefer a corner next to the wall. You can’t call it your bar unless you can call the Bar Keep name and he/she knows your drink, even if its just a shot and a beer.

    You made me think even further on the “bar” bit…

    Maybe this is a Wide Open “social club” type of place, no sign on the window/door/store front, and you are welcome, but you better be able to keep up (This is not a newspaper “drive-by” Blog!)

    At least we know Rich would have good music every Friday too!

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 4:26 pm

  90. Definitely Belly-Up. Booths are for dating.

    Comment by Arthur Andersen Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 5:33 pm

  91. Glad HE finally “got the Memo!”

    Comment by Just The Way It Is One Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 5:37 pm

  92. Booths can be for “business” - ever see a booth that you KNOW you better not look at again?

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 5:39 pm

  93. And I just have to add, that if this WAS a Bar, OW, Word, and AA would be (take your pick) Norm, Frazier, and Cliff!!!

    Comment by Just The Way It Is One Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 5:39 pm

  94. Adam is a nice guy but I am scratching my head about the “major announcement” that he came out with. I will attribute it to—”Too much vino and too little coffee” when he came up with this one.
    He must have been hanging around with Pat Brady too long and it has started to rub off.

    Comment by Muffin Man Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 5:40 pm

  95. There are far too many regulars to go down that road of pairing up…

    I would be more afraid of Rich going all “Nick” in “It’s a Wonderful Life” and asking me “That’s it, either out the door or through the window.”

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 6:04 pm

  96. But first he’d add: “And by the WAY, where do you get off callin’ me Nick?! MY name is RICH! That’s it…!”

    Comment by Just The Way It Is One Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 6:50 pm

  97. - Just The Way It Is One -,

    Well done.

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 7:27 pm

  98. Just the Way-seconded!

    Comment by Arthur Andersen Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 8:23 pm

  99. I was just thinking - 47th Ward -, if this place WAS a bar, I would hate to see the bar tabs!

    Social!

    To the Post,

    Who now seems more Dopey?

    Adam for announcing …nothing, or William Kelly announcing he is going to announce for something now that the Mighty Adam has stepped aside?

    What world are these two politically relevent to worry what they, or the other is planning?

    Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 9:11 pm

  100. I didn’t mean to hijack the thread, I was just responding to Anon III at 3:46, who must be from Herscher.

    Now that’s it. Out you pixies go!

    Comment by 47th Ward Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 9:23 pm

  101. Ah, another day of good, clean fun.

    Let me get the lights.

    Comment by Arthur Andersen Tuesday, Mar 19, 13 @ 10:31 pm

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