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Published 12/15/2008 by Peter Slevin at Wash Post In Congress
CHICAGO, Dec. 15 -- The Democratic leaders of the Illinois House on Monday announced the beginning of impeachment proceedings against Gov. Rod Blagojevich (D), charged by federal prosecutors six days ago with influence peddling in connection with his official duties.
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