The state of Illinois lost an icon today in the passing of Phil Rock, a man who had served as president of the Illinois State Senate for more than a decade. As Senate President, Rock had the unique ability to work with people of all philosophical and political backgrounds. This enabled him to establish a common ground and forge compromise, resulting in the passage of legislation designed to improve the lives of Illinoisans.
I was honored to consider Phil a friend, and am proud to have served in the Illinois House of Representatives during his tenure as President of the Illinois Senate.
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My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and to his friends. A gentleman who commanded respect and admiration from his peers, Phil Rock will be missed.
