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* It’s only August 5th, but the Republicans have already been airing TV ads against Democratic Sen. Gary Forby and Rep. John Bradley for 55 days.

* It’s only August 5th, but Gov. Rauner is already appearing in and paying for an ad touting term limits.

* It’s only August 5th, but some national pundits are already predicting a Democratic landslide.

* The Question: It’s only August 5th, but… ?

posted by Rich Miller
Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:16 pm

Comments

It’s only August 5th, but we’re already more than a full fiscal year in the red in Illinois. Shakin’ things up!

Comment by South of Sherman Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:19 pm
But it’s also only 2016…sigh.

Comment by Casual observer Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:19 pm
It’s only August 5th, but I’m already seriously considering not looking at my Facebook feed until election day.

Comment by Rich Miller Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:19 pm
It is only August 5th, but the Cubs can still collapse.

Comment by G'Kar Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:20 pm
“It’s only August 5th, but prepare yourselves now because ASFCME goes on strike in 26 days.” –@fakeGovRauner

Comment by MSIX Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:21 pm
It’s only August 5, but voters are asking,”Is is November 9 yet?”

Comment by Nearly Normal Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:22 pm
Alshon Jeffery (Bears) is already injured.

Comment by Bogey Golfer Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:23 pm
It’s only August 5th but the state is already almost out of cash for FY17.

Comment by 47th Ward Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:26 pm
It’s only August 5th, but Comcast just added 5 new cable channels to carry all the political ads that have been booked.

Comment by Norseman Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:26 pm
Norseman, IF we could just put all the ads on special channels and enjoy regular scheduled programs, I could go for that!

Comment by Nearly Normal Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:33 pm
It’s only August 5th, but…I really should be back at school…

Kasich lured me away from home just to save me from being alone

He stole my heart and that’s what really hurt

The “Morning News” when it’s “in your face” really shows your age

But that don’t worry me none in my eyes they say anything

I laughed at all of his jokes my “love” he didn’t need to coax

Oh, Johnny I couldn’t have tried any more

You lured me away from Trump, just to save you from being alone

You stole my soul and that’s a pain I can do without

All I needed was a candidate lending a guiding hand

But you turned into a spoiler and mother what a spoiler, you walked them out

All you did was wreck the week
and in the end kicked Trump in the head

Oh Johhny I couldn’t have tried anymore

You lured me away from home ’cause you didn’t want to be alone

You stole my heart I couldn’t leave you if I tried

I suppose I could collect my thoughts and get on back to life

Or steal the party’s playform and make a living out of stopping strife

Or find myself a campaign taking a stand, that needs a helpin’ hand

Oh Johnny I wish I’d never seen your face

You made a first-class fool out of them

But they’re blind and want more lemmin’s

You stole my heart but I love you anyway

John, I wish I’d never seen your face
I’ll get on back home one of these days

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:33 pm
It’s only August 5th, but we already have almost 400 homicides in Chicago.

On a less morbid note, it’s only August 5th, but I have half my Xmas shopping done.

Comment by AlfondoGonz Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:36 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… yard signs are popping up more frequently then dandelions

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:37 pm
It’s only August 5th … 95 more days to shop for a politician that MIGHT represent you.

Comment by RNUG Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:39 pm
It’s only August 5th, but Madigan!

Comment by Former Titan Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:39 pm
It’s only August 5th, but sports analysts have already warned Illini football fans to expect another losing season. No love for Lovie.

Comment by Anonymous Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:39 pm
Rich, seriously, you need a countdown clock on the site … one until the next general election

Comment by RNUG Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:40 pm
It’s only August 5th, but…Ken Dunkin is learning that his phone calls to Rauner are returned slower and slower

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:42 pm
It’s only August 5th, but…GOP GA members are being asked to renew their pledges to Rauner before the Labor Day.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:43 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Evelyn Sanguinetti still has time to sue the state for a personal injury if she tries real hard.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:44 pm
Nearly Normal, I’d even be willing to pay for the pleasure of having all political ads relegated to one channel.

Comment by Norseman Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:45 pm
“It’s only August 5th, but I already miss The Owl.”

Comment by Dome Gnome Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:47 pm
=== It’s only August 5th, but…GOP GA members are being asked to renew their pledges to Rauner before the Labor Day. ===

Rauner hasn’t cancelled Labor Day yet?

Comment by Norseman Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:47 pm
but….Robin Ventura still has a job?

Comment by Jackie Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:48 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Rauner’s Crew is up to May 2017 in routing statewide tours to avoid the end of session “craziness”

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:48 pm
It’s only Aug 5th 2016, but the Governor has already been campaigning for the 2018 election for the past 20 months.

Comment by Fairness and Fairness Only Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:48 pm
- Norseman -, LOL!

It’s only August 5th, but… Rauner right now has staff referring to Labor Day as “Disappointment Day”

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:50 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Rauner has purchased his Steelers Super Bowl tickets, because, “you never know”

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:52 pm
It’s only August 5, but Blagojevich is planning his band tour dates.

Comment by A Jack Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:54 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… I’ve already gained my holiday weight. (Nicotine-free Ducky is hungry….)

Comment by Ducky LaMoore Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:56 pm
It’s only August 5th, but…Speaker Madigan is gathering slightly ripened apples to store for the winter.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:57 pm
It is only August 5, but the joint Quinn / Rauner term limit petition drive will be getting underway soon.

Comment by A Jack Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:57 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Tony Periaca was seen at Home Depot buying pitchforks and Tiki torches by the dozen…

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 2:59 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… The Chicago Tribune Editorial Board has the page layout for their statehouse endorsements.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:01 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Rahm said he has plans on Election Night, thanks.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:02 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Brian Williams has a personal Election Day story that couldn’t possibly have happened to him.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:04 pm
It’s only August 5th, but I’ve already given away my Illini football tickets.

Comment by Arthur Andersen Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:06 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Chris Kennedy has reserved a private elevator to hide in after speaking on Election Nite

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:07 pm
It’s only August 5thm but…OW has already posted a month full of QOTD responses. lol

Comment by A guy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:07 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Vendors at the upcoming state fair are suing Rauner for this year’s payments.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:08 pm
It’s only August 5th, but…the, the, the, Cubs are still in first place. Ouch!

Comment by A guy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:08 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… If you’re going to clout a suburban kid into Payton Prep, you might be too late.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:14 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Farm and Fleet is having a sale on Fall Carhartt Barn Coats.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:15 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… “Dad’s Home State” will begin filming the 2-part Thanksgiving Special

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:17 pm
It’s only August 5th, but you still have time to plan for either your defense or covert strategy for NATIONAL SNEAK SOME ZUCCHINI INTO YOUR NEIGHBOR’S PORCH DAY – August 8!!!

http://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-sneak-some-zucchini-into-your-neighbors-porch-day-august-8/

Comment by Anon221 Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:30 pm
It’s only August 5th, but… Bruce has called the Speaker and the Senate President to congratulate them on the Democratic statehouse victories and pledged to work with them for a better Illinois

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Aug 5, 16 @ 3:37 pm