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Pierce framed the strike as consistent with an “America First” approach to foreign policy, arguing that decisive action was required to preserve stability in the region. #trump #iran #politics

“As we see the events in Iran unfold, we know that by agreeing to be silent as part of their terms of enslavement, Donna Miller has paved the road to war for the United States,” Preston said. #iran #aipac #politics

“He voted to fund ICE, he voted to thank ICE, and he’s spent a decade cozying up to the same MAGA forces he claims he’ll fight against. Illinoisans deserve better than special interests trying to put their thumb on the scale of this race.” #pac #politics

On Feb. 26, student voters alone surpassed the weeklong total from those early voting sites — a milestone county officials say highlights the program’s immediate impact. #earlyvoting #students #cookcounty

The commission released the report during the 100th anniversary year of Black History Month, noting the legacy of historian Carter G. Woodson, who founded Negro History Week in 1926. #landmark #report

The Illinois Freedom Caucus said that while keeping the Bears in the state is desirable, using taxpayer dollars to secure their stadium or operations is not a viable solution. #chicagobears #politics #legislation

“Hate is a dictator’s currency. Silence, his best friend. Fear, his strongest weapon,” Stratton says. #trump #ad #julianastratton

An independent panel selected the 10 recipients from 68 applicants. Each organization received up to $20,000, the maximum grant amount. #grants #nonprofits

“It’s hard to believe, but when we pay our monthly bills we are bankrolling utility memberships in trade associations that push the utilities’ anti-consumer agenda,” Mah said. #utilities #lawmakers #consumer

Frerichs said the recognition reflects the ongoing contributions of African American leaders throughout Illinois communities. #blackhistory #honors