To: The Illinois State House, The Illinois State Senate, and Governor J.B. Pritzker
No Austerity in Illinois
The State of Illinois needs to amend its Constitution to allow for a graduated income tax. This way the most affluent will pay their fair share and help keep government services in effect, while also honoring state obligations to its employees.
Why is this important?
When the economy is suffering, austerity is not a solution! Governments need to step up funding to help decrease unemployment and, in so doing, continue vital services that the people need, including health care, mental health facilities, and education. Schools need repairs and more resources--especially teachers--to aid in learning. It is also important for the State of Illinois to honor its obligations public service employees by fully funding their pensions. For these reasons Illinois must find additional sources of revenue immediately to keep funding needed services throughout the state.