For the Illinois House

(March 3, 2004)  The Tribune continues its endorsements today in contested primaries for the Illinois House. The primary election is March 16.

54th District (Northwest suburbs): Republican Rep. Suzanne "Suzie" Bassi has served her district very well. She is a hard-working legislator and independent thinker. She has supported legislation to open up local government to public scrutiny, has championed funding for the disabled and help for senior citizens. She knows how Illinois can get more efficient government and she brings much needed expertise on education issues. Running against her are businesswoman Patricia "Pat" Sutarik of Palatine and Warren Kostka, a Palatine village trustee. Bassi is strongly endorsed.

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