Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner’s office says the governor is reviewing a plan that’d create the state’s first Muslim-American panel inside state government. The legislature approved the plan in the spring. Supporter Kareem Irfan says Muslims in Illinois want some permanence in state government. Lawmakers question the need for another “feel good” panel when Illinois doesn’t have a budget.
Governor Weighing Muslim Panel
Mattoon, IL, USA / MyRadioLink.com
Jun 22, 2016 | 5:00 AM