George Ryan put the finishing touchs on the ruination of my state. Lied about taxes and raised them the most in history. Set aside the legislative branch and commuted the death sentences of hundreds of murderers. Ran a huge criminal enterprise and coddled up to Richie Daley at every chance. The list goes on and on and includes things that would make Grey Davis envious.
When you paint with a broad brush, you get a sloppy job and undermine conservative goals. End of story.