https://pjmedia.com/richardfernandez/2011/06/27/the-end-of-blagojevich/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 05:17:25 -0400<![CDATA[A roundup of reactions from political figures all across Illinois expressed relief over the conviction of former Governor Rod Blagojevich on several counts of corruption, including the attempted sale of Barack Obama&#8217;s former Senate seat. But there was some doubt over whether the conviction would mean an end to corruption in a state whose largest city, Chicago, is a byword in wheeling and dealing.]]>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 13:33:16 -0400<![CDATA[Richard Fernandez]]>https://pjmedia.com/richard-fernandez/2011/06/27/the-end-of-blagojevich-n190706