SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel brought his clout and high profile to the public pension debate Tuesday by advocating money-saving changes to city retirement plans and — importantly for Gov. Pat Quinn — shining a light on similar troubles at the state level.
The Democratic mayor appeared with little notice before a House committee to lay out a plan to prevent what he said would be a huge tax increase for Chicago residents if nothing is done.
A year into his first mayoral term after holding leadership posts in Congress and President Barack Obama's White House, it didn't matter that Emanuel only testified on his suggestions for Chicago's six pension systems. His appearance, coupled with a pledge to assist Quinn, however tepid, raise awareness the Democratic governor needs.
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