PBC problems aside, Blacks came out in droves for Burris, Washington

Voter turnout Tuesday proved that the Black community here was in full effect, as gubernatorial candidate Roland Burris and Lt. Governor candidate Joyce Washington lead the Chicago polls victoriously.

And although the overall support was not enough to prove the duo victorious statewide, many were pleased with the Blacks who exercised their right to vote and make a difference in their community.

Brenda Smith, campaign coordinator for Ald. Ike Carothers (29th) said the West side of Chicago came out in droves, showing that their vote can make a difference.

"The majority of all of our precincts were all over 150 and some exceeded 200," she said, describing the number of …