Senator Dave Luechtefeld spoke with Tom Miller this morning about the spending bill sent by Senate Democrats for higher education and social services, among other programs. The bill awaits a decision by the Governor, but many argue that the bill proposes "empty promises".

 

Dr. Jeff Ripperda joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Jackson County Health Department Administrator Bart Hagston joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University Visiting Professor Dr. John Jackson joins The Morning Newswatch. 

 
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