LOCAL · IL · 1981-1987
Edward Vrdolyak
Council President Pro Tem · Chicago · Illinois
NOTABLE
On the record
"Council Wars" anti-Harold Washington bloc leader; convicted 2008 fraud
SEVERITY · FELONY · CRIMES · fraud
Background
Edward Vrdolyak occupied the Council President Pro Tem · Chicago of Chicago office in Illinois for 6 years (1981–1987). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Press-relevant: "Council Wars" anti-Harold Washington bloc leader; convicted 2008 fraud. Same-year political environment (1981): Governor James R. Thompson.
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