The fiscal impact of COVID-19 on IL seems to be bad news all the way around

The Sunday Spin: Politics with Rick Pearson

PHOTO: Professor David Merriman from the Institute of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois.

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Rick Pearson speaks with UIC Economics Professor David Merriman about coronavirus’ impact on state finances. Professor Merriman co-authored a report covering the Fiscal impact COVID-19 is having on IL and shares the findings aren’t as promising as some may have hoped as the state’s budget is taking, and will continue to take, a major hit.

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