Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar
Update: 2025-07-25
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Fran Spielman interviews former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, discussing his views on legacy, his approach to public service, and significant moments from his political career. Edgar reflects on his pardon of Alderman Walter Burnett, his perspective on the death penalty, and his tenure during which he aimed to restore public confidence in state government. Edgar also opens up about his current battle with pancreatic cancer, the challenges of chemotherapy, and his outlook on life and family.
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