Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan has been feuding with Governor Rod Blagojevich for more than a year.

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Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan has been feuding with Governor Rod Blagojevich for more than a year. But the "Velvet Hammer," as Madigan is know around the statehouse, is pummeling the governor even harder by urging Democratic candidates to call for his impeachment. A 14-page memo in a Q & A format devised, reportedly, by Madigan's staff provides talking points for candidates. At least two of the points provide answers if...

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