Jesse doesn't need any more bad PR. This pastor is helping to hammer in the nails on Jesse's political coffin. Save the #Ridiculousness for the Santorum campaign!

Time to get the bum out of office. He's been there way too long.

Jesse needs to leave and reassess his prioritys. He hasn't done didly for the south suburbs except spend thousands trying to promote the white elephant airport which is never going to happen. He is desperate. He has too many negatives and is following in his daddies footsteps with his filandering and dishonesty.

Chuckles ~ I always decide who to vote for based on Pastor Willie's ideology!!!!

I understand where Congressman Jackson jr. is coming from. Regarding his "social acquaintance" Ms. Hudoboro, "The Devil Made Me Do Her", I mean "it". My apologies to Flip Wilson.

Once you ask the clergy into the race, they're going to bring what they talk about, which in part, is God and Satan, an Us and Them scenario that is absolutely meant to reflect the candidate. Halvorson herself knows this: “I realize that the gateway to the African American community starts with the churches. My success in public service is credited in large part to my close ties to the African American Clergy."
(PS. I love how this story is listed as "Breaking," as though we're waiting for a statement from Satan!)

I am embarrassed to say I'm from this part of Illinois. This is the best we have to offer?
This man is beyond pathetic as a public servant. What does a Democrat like this have to do in this state to lose? He's done very little for our district, and his agenda now about this
silly airport nonsense and his latest indescretions speak volumes.....please people let's get him out now. It will only help us all. The same people keep getting elected and we end up shafted every single time. Time to stop supporting phoneys and just flat out bad people. No integrity.. no honesty ..no vision , that should be his slogan!!
Take some time and look closely at what he's done since representing us...you'll be shocked. We can do this!

GO GO GO GO SATAN! GO GO GO! WHEN SATAN IS ON OUR SIDE JJJR WILL NEVER SURVIVE! GO GO GO! amen.

About time we get this thing outta office, and take Quinny with ya, back stabin pos

It's past time for the whole Jacks$on family to be investigated by the IRS. Everybody needs to read the book about Je$$ie $r. and his scams.

Shakedown: Exposing the Real Jessie Jackson, by Kenneth R. Timmerman

http://www.pittsreport.com/2010/11/shakedown-exposing-the-real-jesse-jackson-by-kenneth-r-timmerman/

Let's spread the word..we have time..HE MUST GO
...We need someone new right now!
Keep telling everyone you know in the district. we can do SO much better than this.
The key is don't let up because you know they wont either.

There's no excuse, or justification for fundamentalist, arrogant rhetoric like this in a political campaign. Seems like just another, in a long string of missteps, Jr.

I'm not defending the remarks but for those that are not aware of the millions of dollars that his brought to the Southland, just ask Aunt Martha's. They have been the benefactor of in excess of at least $20 million from the Feds for their community health centers throughout the region. How do I know, I use to work there.

It is time for responsible change in the south suburbs, people are suffering from a lack of responsible advocacy. We need innovation, leadership cmmitmemt, and good old fashion morality! Is the order to tall for modern politics? Just asking,

Interesting. No one has commented on Halvorson's abilities/qualifications.

@Darlene, that responsible change needs to start locally. i.e., boards of the park districts, libraries, schools, community colleges and townships. A shift in the balance of power locally will directly impact our "representation" in Springfield and DC. Just food for thought...

Halvorson thinks because sitting in a pulpit and spewing attacks at the congressman or sitting in barber shops will get her elected. She was part of the machine and the machine spit her out. Now trying to comeback. I want to hear her plans. Quit with the dirty bashing. It's a turn off. I was at a stop she appeared at and she spoke and smiled. When she left. Them folks were like No way she gets my vote.

I'm reading these comments. And what I find disturbing is people are blaming this current congressman for the problems. The Federal Government has sent money to our district. It's the local government job to put it to use. I mean seriously come on people. If you are that naive to think its all one Congressman who is to blame than please stop drinking that Kool Aid.

I have been fortunate to see and hear Debbie Halvorson do more than "spew". She has represented the Village of Crete as Clerk, the Citizens of Illinois as a Senator, and the previous 11th Congressional District of Illinois. Anyone who wishes to see her as I have, and hear of her plans is welcome to call 672-4100, or go to the website @debbiehalvorson.com. One thing Debbie is always willing to do is listen. When was the last time Congressman Jackson jr. "actually" listened to you ???

Actually, I was just in DC last week for the Association of Community College Trustees. Our PSC contingency met with the Congressman and I think he and his Legislative Director listened quite well to the needs of the College District.

Michael, I think you are missing my point. Not bashing Halvorson, but since you know her so well and talk to her. How about tell her to call the Suntimes and Tribune about her plans. Voters will not think about what she did in 2003 etc. you have been around I'm sure you been around long enough to see where I'm coming from. Mud slinging tells most folks. You rather throw out what the other guy/girl is doing wrong etc. I won't even go into Contract awards and family hiring etc. yes I agree if that is true the Congressman should have attended the League of Women Voters, Both him and Halvorson are liberals and support some of the same social issues. This election is starting to bring division. And that is not good.

Michael I see you are very informed about "your" candidate. Do you work for the Chamber or American Eagle by any chance? I will stop by the office and see if I can get in the door and see Mrs Halvorson and not a campaign worker. And if I'm convinced. I will even host a event for her.

Oh yes. I did see where the LWV meeting was cancelled.

Darlene is right on.....get rid of the old and bring in the new.
Halvorsen's record? I would guess considerably more moral and honest than the spawn of an undisputed race baiting, lying, philandering absentee deadbeat dad who is a know fabricator and opportunist. Why won't anyone in the press ever adress these issues?. What will it take for us on the south side to at least TRY someone different . This experiment has failed miserably. People please...it's time to try something other than the headbanging that's happened for years. There are better choices out there! How many more boarded up buildings....
bad roads....urban blight....it seems to me that at least some things got done in the days gone by, but not anymore...Everything's dirty in our towns...no new businesses....people don't get involved....the only way to change is to change!
God bless Aunt Martha's mission but really its just a small blip on whats happening here.
Mr. Jackson has had his chance and to most the footprint of his legacy doean't look to promising. Time for a change!

After trying to buy Obama's Senate seat , Jackson was named one of the 15 most corrupt members of Congress by the liberal Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington for his role in the scandal.[208

^ Bartosik, Matt. "Burris, Jackson Are Among "Most Corrupt"". The Black Collegian Magazine. Retrieved 2009-09-28.

On August 1, 2007, Jackson got into a verbal disagreement with Rep. Lee Terry, a Republican from Nebraska on the House floor. Jackson stated in floor debate that "Republicans can't be trusted" and Terry responded with "shut up" before approaching Jackson. Jackson then spoke profanities and challenged Terry to step outside, presumably for a physical fight. Steve Rothman helped avoid escalation to actual physical confrontation.[220] Martial artists throughout the Omaha, Nebraska area (Terry's district) called to inquire about Jackson's mindset and intentions.[219] Jackson says Terry was the instigator.[219] Terry says Jackson was at fault, but the two shook hands the next day and agreed to move forward in the interest of their constituents.[221] However, a week later an unidentified man who claimed to be a Jackson relative walked into Terry's Omaha office saying he was Jackson's hitman who had come to beat up Terry, which led to FBI involvement.[222] Although the story was covered in the Washington Post, and Omaha World-Herald, neither the Chicago Tribune nor the Chicago Sun-Times covered any part of the story.[223]

Morton, Joseph (2007-08-02). "Lee Terry, Jackson go toe-to-toe on House floor". Omaha World-Herald. Retrieved 2008-04-22.

Nick. I'm sure Debbie has some skeletons that she'd prefer be kept buried too...

The problem with religion is that statements like this are impossible to refute. It's no different from the Republican candidates who claim that Satan is taking aim at us because of liberal policies. It has exactly the same truth value.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-2ndcd-20120223,0,7564270.story

Seems the Tribune is not impressed with Halvorson either. "Halvorson is alarmingly unqualified to represent the district."

Ladies and Gentlemen, I suggest that everyone keep in mind what this "election" is about. It's about what is best for the 2nd Congressional District. As a registered voter, I intend to make my opinion known, when it counts, on the 20th of March. An informed, and participating electorate is what is best for "our'' District, State, and Country. I Think, Therefor I Vote, hope to see you all at the Polls.

It's about time clownish clergy on both the left and right started loosing their tax exempt status for this type of naked political endorsement.

Phoney storefront churches is how we got in the mess we are in now. Remember sheep will vote for sheep. People like him rely on the uneducated voter. Don't let this fade away...tell your friends and neighbors constantly about this man's indiscretions and his lousy record. Do some reasearch on what he supports, and unless you are a take-from-the-producers liberal you will be surprised. He has had his chance and we need to go in a different direction. Halvorsen's best qualification? She's not him!! The second distirct is circling the flushing toilet bowl...time to shake the handle.

I just read in the Chicago Tribune that Nancy Pelosi is backing Jesse Jackson Jr. That gives me one very big reason to vote against him,the devil isn't trying to thwart his run, the she devil is backing his run.

JJ Jr's legal problems

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XzvXkUSPaI&feature=related

I was totally shocked when I say Pelosi endorsing JR. The Dems must feel really deperate. I am an Independant and I will vote Democrat in the primaries to get Jackson outta here. He has not done anything for the district. He needs to go!!

All Republicans and Independants need to vote Democrat in the Primaries in this area to get JR gone!!

So you want Republicans to channel their important vote for the presidential primary in order to bump (1) one congressman from his seat. That is not going to happen in anyway lol.

Yas Mike she is also a Dem but not a machine Dem

Yes, but just in this district. It just depends how much you want to get rid of her. I am an independent so I have no problem with it. Romney will win downstate, and it doesn't matter about Chicago.

The Dems had no problem with it in Michigan. I am an independant, so I will go with who I like in either party. We need a third party to represent the majority of people in this country. Let the Tea Party have the Republican party, I can't support them.

I'd like to know when The Patch will be providing information about all of the candidates in the March 20th primary...in all political parties. It will give people a chance to look a bit deeper into all of the candidates, their beliefs, philosophies, voting record, etc. Or, at least provide some links and impartial places where we can get information. Thanks.

Nancy Pelosi bragged about how much good JJJr has done, apparently she spends a whole lot of time in the 2nd dist and has seen where 940 million dollars went . I have one question, Where did the money go Jesse? maybe you and Nancy have worked out a deal to spend it wisely.

Mr Mosby did mention in an earlier comment that Aunt Martha's got 20 million so I guess the rest of it goes into Jesse's office for postage and office expenses. How has the other 920 million helped us out? I guess bringing his mistress to the U.S. does get rather expensive, what with the cost of airfare and motel rooms.

I hope everyone gets out to vote and gets this JR outta here!!