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- ↑ Ryan, George (ed.). "The 88th General Assembly". Illinois Blue Book 1993–1994. p. 83. Retrieved November 10, 2021.
- ↑ Steinbacher-Kemp, Bill. "Republicans push for majority in Senate, House". Illinois Issues. Sangamon State University. 18 (10): 27–31. Retrieved February 17, 2020.
- ↑ Pearson, Rick; Hawes, Christine (November 4, 1992). "After 18 years, Republicans regain state Senate control". Chicago Tribune .
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