Politics

“Today, young Black women will see it is possible for them to reach the highest court in the land - the ultimate achievement for a jurist,” wrote Norington-Reaves.

According to various sources, Madigan has been indicted on federal racketeering charges. #MikeMadigan

After discussing Galante's "questionable if not criminal behavior," the resident called for her resignation.

“Today is a day of enormous consequence for our nation,” said Rep. Rush. “By passing my Emmett Till Antilynching Act, the House has sent a resounding message that our nation is finally reckoning with one of the darkest and most horrific periods of our history, and that we are morally and legally committed to changing course. 

“As a black man, and as someone who's actually been pulled over by the police and been subjected to humiliation by local law enforcement, I recognize that our system needs accountability,” said McClinton.”We also have to talk about the fact that the system hasn't necessarily worked for people who look like us.” #politics

“Educators deserve a break on the costs of classroom supplies” said Joyce. “This legislation will address the long-held practice of educators purchasing classroom supplies out of their own pocket.” #politics

“The Carpenters Union appreciates the long-time support President Preckwinkle has shown to working men and women, and we are proud to endorse her in her-re-election campaign,” said Gary Perinar, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council, which represents more than 52,000 union workers across Illinois, Missouri, Kansas and eastern Iowa.

As I travel around the 40th Senate District, I hear time and again about the importance of public safety. We see the news reports all the time of lawlessness and crime in our large cities, and we simply cannot stand for that happening here.

“As long as we continue to not equip our kids, they will continue to fail us and we will continue to fail them,” said Ward.

“Gov. Pritzker’s spin on today’s ruling is dizzying. It took horrible polling numbers, members of his own party voting against him and judges ruling his orders moot before he finally allowed his school mask mandate to expire," said Sullivan.