Well, when Gore was in Chicago a few weeks ago he may have made a strategic blunder. He indicated that he favored O'Hare expansion and was not at all enthused about a new airport in Peotone. He handed George W. Bush, his potential Republican challenger, a wonderful campaign issue. Suddenly, Peotone is back on the FAA's screen. I would like to believe the federal government is finally going to do its job, without regard for the political consequences.
Taxpayers deserve that much.
When a major newspaper reports that the FAA has to check with Daley before it can perform its designated function, however, you question whether the review process is legitimate or a public relations gimmick. Click here to read more of Congressman Jackson's Issues and Positions.