We want to congratulate Andy Shaw on his new appointment as executive director of the Better Government Association.  Andy replaces Jay Stewart, who went to work for Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn earlier this year.

The BGA is a nonpartisan government watchdog organization established 86 years ago by citizens concerned about the growing influence of Al Capone’s mob in Chicago.  Its mission is to expose and combat waste, corruption and inefficiency in government through investigations, litigation and public policy studies.

We think Andy is a perfect fit for this association and we wish him the best of luck in his new position!