Southern Illinoisans remembered Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka as an outspoken and passionate leader, a role model and committed public servant.Marion Mayor Bob Butler called the news of Topinkas death a great shock.I have known and been acquainted with Judy since the first time she ran for office. I always appreciated her political sagacity and doing what is best for the people...
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Friday, December 12, 2014
Thursday, December 11, 2014
UPDATED: Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka Dead at 70
CHICAGO (AP) Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka, whose plainspoken and sometimes salty demeanor propelled her to a pioneering political career, died early Wednesday from complications of a stroke. She was 70.Topinka reported discomfort Tuesday morning and was admitted to a hospital in Berwyn, spokesman Brad Hahn told The Associated Press. After tests, she appeared to be doing well in the evening before suddenly...
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