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Illinois ranks No. 2 in nation for small business layoffs

Illinois ranks No. 2 in nation for small business layoffs

Illinois ranked No. 2 in the nation for number of small businesses planning to lay off employees in the coming months. A majority of entrepreneurs have already put a freeze on new hires. Amendment 1 threatens Illinois’ business climate even more.

By Patrick Andriesen

Anthony Travis

Anthony Travis

“Where does it stop? This amendment opens doors for a windfall of things that should not be covered by the constitution.”

Ep. 52: The hidden tax hike on your November ballot

Ep. 52: The hidden tax hike on your November ballot

At the very top of the ballot Nov. 8 is a proposed amendment to be added to the Illinois Constitution. Touted by proponents as a way of helping workers, the truth is the amendment would hike taxes on all Illinoisans and cement Illinois’ reputation as an un-friendly place to do business. Mailee Smith breaks down...