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Politicians shocked by pension abuse. But not the abuse you’re thinking of. « Fred Klonsky

Politicians shocked by pension abuse. But not the abuse you’re thinking of. « Fred Klonsky:

Politicians shocked by pension abuse. But not the abuse you’re thinking of.

GOP House leader and pension killer Tom Cross.

Governor Quinn, GOP House Leader Tom Cross and Rahm Emanuel all expressed shock at the abuse of the state employee pension system.

Said Quinn:

“Taxpayer money must be protected, which is why I supported lawmakers’ move to address egregious abuses of the pension system. … I look forward to reviewing and taking action quickly when the bill reaches my desk.”

Quinn is not talking about the abuse that