Better Government Association
May 29, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on House Speaker Madigan's pension reform plan.Better Government Association
May 15, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses the first half of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's first term. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association 5-8
May 8, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses a plan to close more than 50 elementary schools, resignation of the Chairman of Illinois' Republican party and State Senate President John Cullerton's plan to fix Illinois pensions. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orBetter Government Association
May 1, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on House speaker Madigan's pension reform plan, Tom Ricketts threat to possibly move the Cubs out of Wrigleyville and Mayor Emanuel issues with the city parking meter deal.Better Government Association
April 10, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw talks about a number of local issues...local election results, raising premium parking rates and the effectiveness of the walk the walk campaign.Better Government Association
April 3, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw talks about a number of local issues...Mayor Emanuel is running into tough resistance to his school closing plan, Mark Kirk endorses gay marriage and Former Governor Thompson is pushing pension reform in Illinois. You can find more info on BGA activities atBetter Government Association
March 13, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on the Chicago police contract dispute and Illinois' pension crisis. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
March 6, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on Alderman Ed Burke's so-called energy drink ban proposal and a Chicago alderman is taking on the Salvation Army. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
February 28, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on election results in the 2nd Congressional district and in Cicero. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
February 20, 2013
Former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr and his wife former Chicago Alderman Sandi Jackson have pleaded guilty in what prosecutors say was a conspiracy to siphon federal campaign funds for their own personal use. Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
February 6, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses what's on the docket for Governor Quinn's state of the state address. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
January 23, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses the fascinating political triangle that's shaping up for next year's Illinois Governor's race.Better Government Association
January 16, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses the recent calls for tougher gun control. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
January 10, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on Illinois pension reform. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
December 19, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on a controversial part time city council inspector general who will likely earn more than Mayor Emanuel. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
December 12, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses the recent court ruling on concealed weapons, Alderman Sandi Jackson's decision to remain in city council despite living in Washington D.C. not Chicago and the latest wrinkle in the case against former Mayor Daley's nephew.Better Government Association
December 5, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses a new plan to rescue Illinois' pension system. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
November 28, 2012
The race for Jesse Jackson Jr's congressional seat is on. Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
November 22, 2012
Most businesses require employees to file time sheets, keeping track of hours worked, but when it comes to Chicago's city council, that seems to be a requirement alderman are fighting. Better Government Association's Bob Reed has the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
November 14, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us to discuss the future of Congressman Jesse Jackson Junior.Better Government Association
November 8, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us to discuss two local political races we've been watching. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
October 31, 2012
The Chicago Teachers Union is now taking part in a new fight as it sues to stop pension reform. This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us with the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
October 17, 2012
Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. remains silent amid new allegations and his reelection campaign. This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us with the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
October 10, 2012
Video gambling is now in operation at bars, restaurants and other venues in Illinois. This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us with the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
October 3, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on Mayor Emanuel's move to replace all members of the city ethics board. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.org
May 29, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on House Speaker Madigan's pension reform plan.Better Government Association
May 15, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses the first half of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's first term. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association 5-8
May 8, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses a plan to close more than 50 elementary schools, resignation of the Chairman of Illinois' Republican party and State Senate President John Cullerton's plan to fix Illinois pensions. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orBetter Government Association
May 1, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on House speaker Madigan's pension reform plan, Tom Ricketts threat to possibly move the Cubs out of Wrigleyville and Mayor Emanuel issues with the city parking meter deal.Better Government Association
April 10, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw talks about a number of local issues...local election results, raising premium parking rates and the effectiveness of the walk the walk campaign.Better Government Association
April 3, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw talks about a number of local issues...Mayor Emanuel is running into tough resistance to his school closing plan, Mark Kirk endorses gay marriage and Former Governor Thompson is pushing pension reform in Illinois. You can find more info on BGA activities atBetter Government Association
March 13, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on the Chicago police contract dispute and Illinois' pension crisis. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
March 6, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on Alderman Ed Burke's so-called energy drink ban proposal and a Chicago alderman is taking on the Salvation Army. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
February 28, 2013
This week on "Watchdog Wednesday" Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on election results in the 2nd Congressional district and in Cicero. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
February 20, 2013
Former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr and his wife former Chicago Alderman Sandi Jackson have pleaded guilty in what prosecutors say was a conspiracy to siphon federal campaign funds for their own personal use. Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
February 6, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses what's on the docket for Governor Quinn's state of the state address. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
January 23, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses the fascinating political triangle that's shaping up for next year's Illinois Governor's race.Better Government Association
January 16, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses the recent calls for tougher gun control. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
January 10, 2013
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on Illinois pension reform. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
December 19, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on a controversial part time city council inspector general who will likely earn more than Mayor Emanuel. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
December 12, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses the recent court ruling on concealed weapons, Alderman Sandi Jackson's decision to remain in city council despite living in Washington D.C. not Chicago and the latest wrinkle in the case against former Mayor Daley's nephew.Better Government Association
December 5, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw discusses a new plan to rescue Illinois' pension system. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
November 28, 2012
The race for Jesse Jackson Jr's congressional seat is on. Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
November 22, 2012
Most businesses require employees to file time sheets, keeping track of hours worked, but when it comes to Chicago's city council, that seems to be a requirement alderman are fighting. Better Government Association's Bob Reed has the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
November 14, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us to discuss the future of Congressman Jesse Jackson Junior.Better Government Association
November 8, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us to discuss two local political races we've been watching. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
October 31, 2012
The Chicago Teachers Union is now taking part in a new fight as it sues to stop pension reform. This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us with the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
October 17, 2012
Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. remains silent amid new allegations and his reelection campaign. This week on Watchdog Wednesday, Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us with the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
October 10, 2012
Video gambling is now in operation at bars, restaurants and other venues in Illinois. This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw joins us with the latest. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.orgBetter Government Association
October 3, 2012
This week on Watchdog Wednesday Better Government Association President and CEO Andy Shaw has the latest on Mayor Emanuel's move to replace all members of the city ethics board. You can find more info on BGA activities at bettergov.org
