A Challenger for David Reis

Rep. David Reis (R) (pronounced Rice) is a first-termer for the 108th Illinois State District. He defeated appointed State Representative Grunloh (D) 62% to 38%. According to the election results, the 108th had more counties not voting their interest than any other Illinois Representative District. If that is not bad enough, here is another fact: More counties in the illustrious 108th voted for Alan Keyes than any other representative district in Illinois.

In addition, it is a well-known fact that Laborer's International Union of North America (LIUNA) subtantively controls Effingham, Wayne and Richland County central committees. Ed Smith is the vice president of the organization. Julie Vahling, Effingham Chairperson, now works for Mr. Smith, & many 108th constituents know where her interests are. On the other hand, could everyone be wrong & she is really considering the 54th Senate seat?

Either way, the November 2004 Election does not say many positive things about the Party "leaders" (Always out to lunch.), Mr. Smith's "leadership" skills (Does he even know the meaning of the word?), & the voters that chose to stay home.