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Day one of former Illinois governor’s much-anticipated trial

Conflict & Justice

Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich political corruption trial begins today. Politico.com’s Jonathan Allen and Chicago Public Radio’s Criminal Justice’s Rob Wildeboer discuss the local and national implications of this monumental trial.

Chicago Jury Convicts Blagojevich of Corruption

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At last minute, Blagojevich decides not to testify

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Blagojevich Back in the Headlines

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Illinois Senate impeaches Blagojevich

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What’s next for Rod Blagojevich? Job hunt.

Global Politics

Rod Blagojevich was impeached yesterday. So, when you’re a very recently out of work, 52-year old ex-governor with nice hair, but not much political capital, how do you begin your job search? Guest: Hank Sheinkopf, President of Sheinkopf Communications

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Blagojevich impeachment trial gets underway

Global Politics

Things aren’t looking good for Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, whose impeachment trial starts today. Amanda Vinicky, reporter for Illinois Public Radio, joins Adaora and Katherine with a look at the Governor’s future.

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Only in Illinois: Blagojevich swears in State Senate

Global Politics

There’s never a dull moment in Illinois State Politics. Today, Governor Rod Blagojevich will preside over the swearing in of the very same state senators that will later this month decide whether or not to remove him from office.

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Blagojevich hires legendary Chicago defense attorney

Global Politics

Ed Genson defended R. Kelly and Conrad Black, not to mention countless mobsters and disgraced pols

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Highlights of the 76 page F.B.I. affidavit

Global Politics

The lengthy criminal complaint against Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich of Illinois has three sections. James Jacobs, director of the Center for Research in Crime and Justice, explores the story with The Takeaway.