Politics
State Worker Layoffs
Yasmin Rammohan | September 6, 2011, 1:18 pm

Gov. Pat Quinn says he'll implement massive layoffs and the closing of some state facilities this week in response to a $2 billion budget shortfall. Eddie Arruza gets reaction to the dramatic move from state lawmakers.
- Click here to hear Tuesday's Q&A with Gov. Quinn or click on the audio player below.
Is Quinn right in imposing layoffs and closing facilities to meet the state’s budgetary needs? Post your comments below or sound off on our discussion board!