State Representative Bradley Fritts (IL) | Representative Bradley Fritts (R) 74th District
State Representative Bradley Fritts (IL) | Representative Bradley Fritts (R) 74th District
Today, former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was found guilty on 10 counts of conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud. In response to the verdict, State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) issued a statement highlighting the significance of the decision.
“Today, justice was finally served for the people of Illinois who suffered for decades under the unethical rule of Former House Speaker Michael Madigan," Rep. Fritts stated. He emphasized that the verdict serves as "a stark reminder of what happens when corrupt, unethical behavior runs rampant in our state government."
Fritts pointed out that Illinois residents have grown accustomed to a "pay-to-play corrupt system" and expressed his commitment to ending such practices. “We do not have to accept years of corruption and mismanagement as the norm," he asserted.
Rep. Fritts has been active in advocating for ethics reform, having sponsored multiple bills aimed at improving governance standards, including one proposing term limits on legislative leadership roles.
In light of Madigan's conviction, Fritts declared his renewed determination to push for ethics reform legislation. “This guilty verdict has made me more determined than ever to deliver ethics reform to the people of our state," he said. He urged Speaker Chris Welch to take action: “My message to Speaker Chris Welch is clear: it’s time to call the bills. Illinois deserves better!”
For additional details about Representative Fritts and his initiatives, information can be found at RepFritts.com.
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