Mike Madigan’s reign over Illinois reached a milestone this weekend, with Madigan becoming the longest-serving state House speaker in U.S. history.
The infamous career politician, who has presided over the destruction of Illinois’ credit rating and record high taxes, has been in Springfield for well over four decades.
From the Chicago Tribune:
“A hearty congratulations to Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan, who on Saturday became the longest-serving state House speaker in U.S. history.
Madigan first elected speaker in 1983 outlasted former South Carolina Speaker Solomon Blatt’s 11,893-day tenure, until now regarded as the longest tenure by the National Conference of State Legislators.”
Check out the Illinois Republican Party’s social media campaign to highlight Madigan’s new record here:
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