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* Press release…
The Illinois Freedom Caucus today is announcing the addition of their newest member, State Representative Jed Davis (R-Newark) who was elected to the Statehouse in the 2022 election.
Representative Davis is a 5th generation resident of Kendall County. He married his high school sweetheart, Melissa, and together they have four children with one being adopted from foster care. Jed is a firm believer in local government and the freedom of local boards to direct the institutions they represent without overreach from state agencies or officials.
“Jed ran for State Representative because he is concerned about the direction of our state and because he wants to ensure his kids and grandchildren are not saddled with out-of-control debt and are not forced to comply with over-the-top government mandates,” said Illinois Freedom Caucus Chairman Chris Miller. “He is a man of integrity and someone who will fight for lower taxes, limited government, and stand up to the corruption that has become so pervasive in Illinois government. We are pleased to welcome Jed to the Freedom Caucus to help us stand up for Illinois families.
Davis said joining the Illinois Freedom Caucus was an easy decision.
“I ran on a platform of family, finances and freedom,” Davis said. “These are the values of the Illinois Freedom Caucus. We are fighting every day to improve the lives of Illinois families, to get our state finances in order, to lower the tax burden and preserve our Constitutional rights and freedoms. I did not get elected to get a title. I ran and won my elections to fight for the rights of families and to stand against government overreach. That is what being an Illinois Freedom Caucus member is all about.”
The Illinois Freedom Caucus is comprised of State Representatives Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich); Chris Miller (R-Oakland); Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville); Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City); Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur); and State Representative Jed Davis (R-Newark). The members of the Illinois Freedom Caucus are members of the Illinois General Assembly who are advocating for limited government, lower taxes and accountability and integrity in government.
Accompanying pic…
* ILStateHouse.com explains the backdrop…
This depiction of George Rogers Clark negotiating with Native Americans at Fort Kaskaskia in 1778 is the largest painting in the Capitol and is best viewed from the third floor. It was done by Gustav A. Fuchs, a German immigrant from Chicago, and completed in 1886. The painting measures 40 x 20 feet and has been criticized because the Indian culture portrayed was never found in Illinois.
posted by Rich Miller
Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:32 pm
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==The painting measures 40 x 20 feet and has been criticized because the Indian culture portrayed was never found in Illinois==
So….why is it still in the Capitol?
Comment by The Truth Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:34 pm
That sounds about right. Advocating for ignoring laws.
Comment by Demoralized Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:35 pm
Sorry. Was referring to this quote:
==are not forced to comply with over-the-top government mandates==
Comment by Demoralized Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:36 pm
The 5%ers
Comment by ArchPundit Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:37 pm
===…and has been criticized because the Indian culture portrayed was never found in Illinois.===
And the Freedom Caucus culture will never win majorities in Illinois either.
Comment by 47th Ward Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:38 pm
==Indian culture portrayed was never found in Illinois.==
The treaty didnt work out so well for them either
Comment by low level Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:38 pm
- culture portrayed was never found in Illinois. -
Can’t top that.
Comment by Excitable Boy Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:39 pm
“We only care about the indigenous people who didn’t actually live here.”
Comment by DHS Drone Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:40 pm
Did Chapin Rose have a garage sale?
Comment by Michelle Flaherty Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:41 pm
Do Nothing Caucus announces, something?
Comment by Buford Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:46 pm
==Did Chapin Rose have a garage sale?==
Chapin hasnt been the same since U of I got rid of the Chief.
Comment by low level Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:47 pm
Freedom is just another word for almost nothing left to win.
Comment by Amalia Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:48 pm
Past and present culture that never existed
Comment by Rabid Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:48 pm
Kansas city chief fans
Comment by Rabid Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:53 pm
At least it’s a very diverse caucus. s/
Comment by Sir Reel Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:53 pm
I have always felt the same about the Native American totem outside of the State Museum which features honest Abe on top. That should go as well.
Comment by Kayak Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:56 pm
“A local group of unknown tourists is shown here posing for a picture”
“Editors Note: The previous caption incorrectly identified those pictured as unknown tourists. We have since been informed that they claim to be legislators. As of this correction, we are awaiting confirmation of that.”
Comment by fs Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:56 pm
manifest destiny
Comment by Rabid Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:58 pm
I’m only wearing the jacket and tie because Senate rules require it.
Comment by Unionman Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 12:58 pm
Apparently some members did not get the memo—-business professional attire requested.
Comment by Rudy’s teeth Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:02 pm
“Hi we’re the Illinois Freedom Caucus and we have the used car for you.” Come on down to whacky doodle lane and we will sell you a car that runs on the 2020 election was stolen and will throw in a handful of other crazy conspiracy theories for free. We have no chance of ever governing or passing any meaningful legislation so come on down and be entertained by our goofiness.”
Comment by Todd & Margo Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:04 pm
DeVore couldn’t be here today because he lost
Comment by Rabid Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:10 pm
Super minority posing for a picture like they did something important. All they are missing are the “we’re #1″ foam fingers.
Comment by Huh? Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:12 pm
Freedom Isn’t Free by Trey Parker
Freedom isn’t free, it costs folks like you and me
And if we don’t all chip in, we’ll never pay that bill
Freedom isn’t free, no, there’s a hefty —in’ fee.
And if you don’t throw in your buck ‘o five, who will?
Buck ‘o five, freedom costs a buck ‘o five….
Comment by Baloneymous Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:15 pm
At least no one is wearing a Canadian tuxedo.
Comment by Rudy’s teeth Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:17 pm
” The painting measures 40 x 20 feet and has been criticized because the Indian culture portrayed was never found in Illinois”
Talk to Jesse, I mean Alexi - It is the Secretary of State’s responsibility to preserve/maintain the Capitol Complex.
Comment by Donnie Elgin Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:18 pm
“Jesus Guns Babies”
Comment by Bud's Bar Stool Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:24 pm
Announcing the opening of a new Men’s Wearhouse in Springfield!
Here are our models sporting the lastest in business and bunsiness casual attire.
**CORRECTION** This is the “before” picture. Stay tuned to see them after their makeovers.
Comment by stateandlake Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:29 pm
At this rate of growth, we’ll have a Freedom Caucus majority in 2157, or somewhere around there.
Comment by Steve Rogers Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:29 pm
Rich - Apologies for banned punctuation
Comment by stateandlake Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:29 pm
Look at the Fuchs.
Comment by South land Dem Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:30 pm
A better backdrop for this group would be the stained glass dome. Of course, that would require a pretty complex scaffold…
” The stained glass is to be found at the summit of the inner dome. Notice the arcane spelling of the word sovereignty. Also, the phrase “State Sovereignity” is placed above “National Union.” This is opposite of what appears on the “official” Great Seal of Illinois. The placement of the phrases was the topic of significant debate during the adoption of the seal in the 19th century”
Comment by Donnie Elgin Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:31 pm
The oatmeal caucus.
Comment by chito Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:31 pm
“ran on a platform of family, finances and freedom”
I’m your guy as a long as you read books from the approved list, don’t want or need an abortion, own a weapon of mass destruction, want something for nothing, are a white christian nationalist …
Comment by Anonymous Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:31 pm
Anon @1:31 twas I
Comment by Huh? Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:34 pm
A group of small minded men with imaginary power in front of a big picture of an imaginary event.
Comment by Huh? Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:38 pm
Caption: Here in the Illinois Freedom Caucus, we believe diversity is our strength. We now have both old and middle-aged white men!
Comment by Commissar Gritty Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:41 pm
Sorry, but not even Brad Pitt can pull of jeans with a jacket and tie.
Either go casual or suit up.
Comment by Flying Elvis'-Utah Chapter Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:42 pm
Now opening for the Four Tops, The Six Colonizers.
Comment by Old Mutton Head Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:44 pm
“White guys helping people for over 200 years”
Comment by Jibba Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:45 pm
The grandchildren / great nephews of Marmalard & Neidermeyer?
Comment by Anyone Remember Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:45 pm
– Hi, I’m from the freedom party.
(bs meter erupts)
Me - [checking for watch, rings, wallet, car keys …]
Comment by Huh? Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:52 pm
“Dear 8-pound, 6-ounce, newborn infant Jesus. Don’t even know a word yet, but still omnipotent, with your golden diapers…”
Comment by Boone's is Back Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:55 pm
Biological descendents of the Know Nothing Party posing for a family reunion photo.
Comment by Huh? Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 1:59 pm
Because older white male Illinois Freedom Caucus members standing in front of a Native American painting are-our-nation’s-backbone.
Comment by Baloneymous Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 2:04 pm
The Average White Brand
Comment by Blue Bayou Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 2:08 pm
Freedom Caucus does sound better super minority
Comment by Kayak Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 2:17 pm
With one more member, the combined IQ might break into the triple digit range.
Comment by Lagertha's Shield Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 2:42 pm
A bunch of guys whiter than wonder bread deluding themselves that they matter in Illinois government.
Comment by Huh? Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 3:08 pm
“5th generation resident of Kendall County. He married his high school sweetheart, Melissa, and together they have four children with one being adopted from foster care.”
Base qualifications for political office. /s
Comment by Anonymous Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 3:10 pm
D’oh. I keep forgetting to insert my handle. 3:10 was me.
Comment by Huh? Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 3:12 pm
= Biological descendants of the Know Nothing Party =
Oddly enough, although it was xenophobic and anti-Catholic, the Know Nothing Party was also pro-labor, pro-women’s rights, and favored regulation of industry, government spending, and improvement of public schools. With the exception of the party in the southern states (surprise), it was also generally anti-slavery.
Comment by JoanP Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 3:14 pm
New cast members for this season’s ‘Rupaul’s Freedom Train’ take a group shot before heading over to costumes. 10 episodes, Bravo, 9:00pm, starting Mar 1
Comment by zatoichi Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 3:30 pm
The entire Illinois Legislative Republican Caucus holds its first get together of 2023
Comment by Michelle Flaherty Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 3:35 pm
The Average White Brand…automatic winner?
Comment by Dotnonymous Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 4:04 pm
Qualifications required. Must be white, male, and be able to be angry on demand. Must be from communities under 5000 that are heavily subsidized by taxes from the city of Chicago. Must be suspicious of women, minorities, books, healthcare, M and Ms, Canada, and people who drive Prius vehicles. Extra voting rights if you live on a government subsidized farm.
Comment by Stormsw7706 Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 4:04 pm
The super-super minority caucus poses for pictures
Comment by Demoralized Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 4:39 pm
I could fit them all in my Toyota Sienna if they ever need a ride.
Comment by Stormsw7706 Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 4:43 pm
Just say the quiet part out loud. They should be named the 3% Caucus.
Comment by Glengarry Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 6:44 pm
“No taxes. Except for the other 99 percent.”
Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 6:49 pm
His name is Jed and he’s from Newark. What did you expect? I’ve never seen a better example of foreshadowing in my life.
Comment by Nanis Wednesday, Feb 1, 23 @ 7:35 pm