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The article argues Illinois’ core problem is slow economic growth rather than tax rates, with rising school costs, growing state spending and a stagnant tax base colliding to strain finances. The author warns that focusing only on tax changes misses structural growth issues and urges voters to consider long-term fiscal and growth implications when evaluating policy choices.

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The article argues Illinois’ core problem is slow economic growth rather than tax rates, with rising school costs, growing state spending and a stagnant tax base colliding to strain finances. The author warns that focusing only on tax changes misses structural growth issues and urges voters to consider long-term fiscal and growth implications when evaluating policy choices.