Brady on Military Ballot Investigation in Illinois‏

Statement

Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Brady tonight released the following statement regarding news of an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice into the delay of absentee ballots to overseas members of the United States Military:

"I am deeply concerned about today's disturbing report that Illinois may have failed to mail absentee ballots to our military members serving overseas in a timely manner, and in accordance with the law," Brady said. "The U.S. Department of Justice is right to conduct a full and immediate investigation.

"The Federal Government and the state of Illinois have the responsibility to take any and all action to ensure the right of those who defend our freedom overseas to cast their votes in this important election. Failure to act on this disturbing report threatens the integrity of this election, and our democratic process."

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