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Published on Nov 12, 2018

Election has some Illinois GOP leaders fearing for party’s future

In far southeastern Illinois' Crawford County, Earl Deckard looked with trepidation at Tuesday's election results that put state government in Democratic control as a blue wave swept through what had been Chicago's traditionally Republican …

Source: Morton Times News - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Nov 9, 2018

RIP, Illinois GOP

The Illinois Republican Party was born on February 22, 1856, in Decatur, at a meeting attended by a dozen anti-slavery newspaper editors and a Springfield lawyer named Abraham Lincoln. It died on November 6, 2018, with the assistance of another Republican …

Source: Chicago Magazine - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Nov 8, 2018

Bernard Schoenburg: Edgar says Illinois GOP shouldn't tilt more to right

Former Gov. JIM EDGAR said Wednesday that he’s not sure who will fill the power vacuum for the Illinois Republican Party when Gov. BRUCE RAUNER leaves office, but Edgar also said it would be wrong for the party to tilt to the political right in its …

Source: State Journal-Register - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Nov 8, 2018

Don't write Illinois GOP's eulogy just yet, election expert says

The Republican Party took a beating in Illinois on Election Day, especially in suburban areas that once were conservative strongholds. The Democrats picked up county board, countywide and legislative seats that formerly had been held by Republicans, and …

Source: Daily Herald - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Nov 7, 2018

Rebuilding the shell-shocked Illinois GOP

House Speaker Michael Madigan, with an open spigot of resources from billionaire Gov.-elect J.B. Pritzker, regained his 71-seat supermajority in the Illinois House and might increase that number once final election results from Tuesday are determined. At …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Nov 7, 2018

Openly Gay Millennial Defeats Illinois GOP Chair; Flips Republican Commissioner District

Statement from Kevin B. Morrison who made history today by becoming the first openly LGBTQ and youngest to serve on the Cook County Board. Kevin defeated the Illinois GOP Chair 15th District Cook County Commissioner Tim Schneider by an eight-point margin. …

Source: Windy City Times - Left-wing
Published on Sep 23, 2020

GOP forms coalition to oppose Illinois Supreme Court Justice Kilbride

By Kevin Bessler | The Center Square (The Center Square) – With early voting fast approaching, one of the more contentious ballot issues this election year is the retention of a member of the Illinois Supreme Court. Judge Thomas Kilbride is seeking another …

Source: WMAY - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Sep 23, 2020

Kilbride Retention Race Could Impact Partisan Swing Of IL Supreme Court

Illinois Supreme Court Justice Thomas Kilbride is asking voters to retain him for another 10-year term in November. The results of that race could have an impact on the partisan lean of the state's highest court for years to come. Kilbride is a Rock …

Source: NPR Illinois - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jan 17, 2019

Can the Illinois GOP still be effective as a superminority?

Illinois Republicans seem in an unenviable position today. The party controls no constitutional offices in state government. Democrats have more members in the Legislature than at any time since it took on its modern size, with supermajorities in both …

Source: Morton Times News - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Sep 17, 2020

Tammy Duckworth Agreed To Help Confirm 2 Anti-Choice Judges. In The End, She Couldn't.

WASHINGTON ― Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) on Wednesday ditched an agreement with the White House and Republicans to support two anti-abortion judicial nominees from her state, instead voting against both. Duckworth, who has a strong record in support of …

Source: HuffPost - Left-wing
Published on Jan 8, 2019

Outgoing State Rep. Labels Illinois GOP As "Ineffective"

Republican state Representative Jeanne Ives, from Wheaton, made a name for herself as one of the most outspoken far-right conservatives in the legislature. She gave up her seat to challenge Bruce Rauner for governor, but even though she lost, Ives said she …

Source: NPR Illinois - Public Broadcaster
Published on Oct 23, 2020

In bid for his fifth term, Dick Durbin faces opponents who stress religious faith and question pandemic response

Durbin also has been a longtime supporter of tougher gun control laws and efforts to halt the flow of illegal guns from out of state into Chicago. Curran, 57, the former three-term sheriff of Lake County, won a six-way contest for the Republican nomination …

Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Missouri - Neutral
Published on Aug 31, 2018

Duel between Illinois' GOP, Democrats will go beyond J.B. Pritzker vs. Gov. Bruce Rauner. Here's why.

As Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democratic challenger J.B. Pritzker launch attack after attack in their fight for Illinois’ highest office, dozens of candidates for the state legislature are fighting over taxes, social issues and party leadership. Many …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Aug 27, 2018

The Illinois GOP can do better than this

When a suburban state lawmaker stepped down this summer, disgraced by a nude photo controversy, the Republican officials responsible for replacing him in the House and on the ballot began taking applications. The election is Nov. 6. Clock, ticking. You …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Oct 4, 2018

Statewide Poll: Illinois GOP Candidates May Face Uphill Election Battle

A new statewide poll shows Republican President Donald Trump may weigh down Illinois’ GOP candidates in the midterm election. Listen to a summary of the story. Southern Illinois University’s Simon Institute surveyed more than 700 Illinois voters. They were …

Source: NPR Illinois - Public Broadcaster
Published on Sep 11, 2020

Madigan Will Win Bigger Than Ever in November

House Speaker Michael Madigan, you may have heard, has been implicated in an influence-peddling scandal with Commonwealth Edison, allegedly recommending his political cronies for jobs with the power company in exchange for favorable legislation. It’s the …

Source: Chicago Magazine - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Sep 9, 2020

Quick hits: Illinois news in brief for Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020

Former ComEd official faces indictment A federal indictment handed down against a former ComEd vice president doesn’t name Michael Madigan, but he’s again implicated in a nearly decade-long bribery scheme by prosecutors. The indictment before the Labor Day …

Source: WMAY - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Aug 5, 2018

Illinois GOP House Nominee Is Sandy Hook And Pizzagate Conspiracy Kook

Reprinted with permission from MediaMatters. Right-wing writer Bill Fawell, a Republican-backed congressional nominee in Illinois, has pushed conspiracy theories about tragedies such as the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting and claimed that there’s “ …

Source: National Memo - Left-wing
Published on Aug 31, 2018

Illinois GOP goes after Pritzker for lack of details on progressive tax plan

× Illinois GOP goes after Pritzker for lack of details on progressive tax plan SPRINGFIELD, ILL,(ILLINOIS NEWS NETWORK)- Illinois Republicans are demanding that Democratic candidate for governor J.B. Pritzker provide details about his progressive income …

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Published on January 22, 2021 - 20:15 GMT

Democracy Survived Trump, Barely; Now We Urgently Need Fixes to Stop Trump Wannabes

By Joe Rothstein With the book now closed on the Trump presidency, we can move on to the “lessons learned” conversation. Fortunately, we’re not talking about an autopsy of how Trump killed democracy. Democracy, while gravely threatened and …

Source: Op/Ed
Published on January 22, 2021 - 22:52 GMT

Congratulations to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris

Congratulations to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris by: Rep. Sherman, Carl Sr. 01/21/2021 Lancaster, Texas - State Representative Carl Sherman, expresses his most sincere congratulations to President Joe Biden and Vice …

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Published on January 21, 2021 - 16:04 GMT

White House Executive Actions Bode Well for the Environment and BioSolar

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., Jan. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioSolar, Inc. (OTC:BSRC) (“BioSolar” or the “Company”), a developer of clean energy technologies, today commented that its wholly owned subsidiary NewHydrogen, Inc. is likely to benefit from …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 22:57 GMT

ASBC welcomes President Joe Biden’s bold first-day action

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Biden-Harris White House has announced sweeping executive and agency action today, on the day of his inauguration; the start of fulfilling campaign commitments and signaling a …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 21:17 GMT

Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris

Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement on the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris: “I want to extend my sincere congratulations and best wishes to the President and Vice President on …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 20:36 GMT

Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris

Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement on the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris: “I want to extend my sincere congratulations and best wishes to the President and Vice President on …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 18:41 GMT

Hoyer Statement on the Inauguration of President Joe Biden

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the inauguration of President Joe Biden: "Today is a day of renewal and rededication, a day when our new President has called on each of us as …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 17:29 GMT

Statement from Governor Newsom on the Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris

Published: Jan 20, 2021 SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement on the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris: “Our country is rooted in our democratic ideals and the peaceful transfer of power, …

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Published on January 18, 2021 - 20:19 GMT

Governor Newsom Formally Appoints Alex Padilla to the U.S. Senate and Nominates Dr. Shirley Weber as Secretary of State

Action follows the morning resignation of Kamala Harris from the United States Senate as she prepares to be inaugurated Vice President of the United States on Wednesday Alex Padilla also this morning resigned his position as California Secretary of State, …

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Published on January 22, 2021 - 22:28 GMT

Drug Manufacturers Raise Prices On 204 Additional Brand Drugs Since January 2nd

FAYETTEVILLE, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pharmaceutical industry continues to increase the price of brand name drugs in January. After raising prices on 381 brands January 1st, with an average price …

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Published on January 22, 2021 - 21:03 GMT

Wisconsin Board Rejects Effort to Open Up 2021 Wolf Hunting Season

Today, Animal Wellness Action issued a statement in response to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Board rejecting a reckless February trophy hunt. MADISON, WISCONSIN, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, …

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Published on January 22, 2021 - 13:31 GMT

Post Covid-19 Workforce Development Strategies: Implications for local economic recovery

We must invest in local nonprofit organizations focused on providing youth with the necessary training to be competitive in the tight workforce marketplace. BRONX, NY, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Think Tank at The …

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Published on January 22, 2021 - 22:23 GMT

Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Executive Orders to Address Economic Crisis, Protect Federal Employees

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after President Joe Biden signed executive orders to address the economic consequences of COVID-19 and to protect federal employees: "Building on the …

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Published on January 22, 2021 - 06:03 GMT

New book explores systemic, non-partisan and largely unchecked origins of Trumpism

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the inauguration of President Biden, Trump’s presidency is over. But according to journalist and author William Boardman, the United States still faces the harsh realities of …

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Published on January 22, 2021 - 00:35 GMT

New book explores systemic, non-partisan and largely unchecked origins of Trumpism

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the inauguration of President Biden, Trump’s presidency is over. But according to journalist and author William Boardman, the United States still faces the harsh realities of …

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Published on January 21, 2021 - 22:37 GMT

Governor Cuomo Tweaking Mobile Sports Betting Legalization in New York

Governor Cuomo wants to bring mobile sports betting to the state of New York in the near future. NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Governor Cuomo’s stance on the state of legal New York sports betting has …

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Published on January 21, 2021 - 19:52 GMT

MERIDIAN BARRIERS PLAY VITAL SECURITY ROLE AT INAUGURATION

MOBILE VEHICLE BARRIERS INTEGRATED AT CRITICAL POINTS IN WASHINGTON DC SECURITY ZONE WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When tens of thousands of troops secured the streets of Washington, D.C., Meridian Rapid …

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Published on January 21, 2021 - 15:09 GMT

NASA might be welcoming the first female leader since its development

NASA might be welcoming the first female leader since its development CONGO, January 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NASA will be changing leadership after a long streak of male leadership. This move comes after the agency decided to break the …

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Published on January 21, 2021 - 14:30 GMT

Biobased-Diesel.com Editor Ron Kotrba Partners with National Biodiesel Board on Commemorative Book

In partnership with NBB, Kotrba is documenting the stories of early figures who helped shape the multibillion-gallon U.S. biodiesel industry WARREN, MN, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ron Kotrba, editor and publisher of …

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Published on January 21, 2021 - 11:45 GMT

HIP Video Promo presents: Marvin Etzioni releases an influential new music clip "Love Letter To Democracy" on Music News

Sometimes the right song comes along at the right time. On the day and season of the inauguration, we celebrate the new administration. LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, January 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Watch "Love Letter To Democracy" by …

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Published on January 21, 2021 - 23:06 GMT

Hoyer Statement on President Biden's National Strategy and Executive Actions on COVID-19

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after President Joe Biden announced the National Strategy for the COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness and signed executive actions to defeat the COVID …

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Published on January 21, 2021 - 23:06 GMT

Hoyer Floor Remarks in Support of Waiver for Defense Secretary-Designate Lloyd Austin

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the House Floor today in support of legislation granting a waiver to General Lloyd Austin (ret.) to serve as Secretary of Defense. Below are excerpts of his remarks and a link to the video …

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Published on January 21, 2021 - 05:14 GMT

Turbulence in the U.S. left and right. Can anything calm this down? Yes, in fact.

With such divisions in our society, what can help us make sense of it and bring us together? WASHINGTON, DC, USA, January 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recently, the conflict between persons of differing political and social views erupted in …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 23:13 GMT

Youth for Human Rights Joins in Homeland Security’s Blue Campaign to Raise Awareness of Human Trafficking

Wonder why you saw people wearing blue last week? It’s part of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day to draw attention to this important issue. WASHINGTON, DC, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Around the country people are wearing …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 22:08 GMT

BlackFacts.com Introduces Our “Black History Heroes” Video Series.

Blackfacts.com is delivering 3-5 minute video stories of the lives and legacies of Black History Heroes and Living Legends. Visit https://Blackfacts.com/heroes BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 21:09 GMT

Pres. Biden’s Call to End 'Uncivil War' Addressed in Transformational Thinker Peter Montoya’s ‘The Second Civil War’

New Book Is a Citizen’s Guide to Healing Our Fractured Nation: Four Solutions Offered LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- President Joe Biden called for an end to America’s “uncivil war” of political division in his …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 21:08 GMT

President Biden's Sweeping Immigration Plan Sets the Stage for Legalization of Millions of Undocumented Immigrants

Biden Immigration Bill: 8-Year Pathway to Citizenship for Undocumented Immigrants, Fast-Track Green Cards for Dreamers and High Skill Immigrants CLEVELAND, OHIO, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, after months of …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 20:24 GMT

New Harlem Coffee Company of Indian and Jamaican origin released an Inaugural blend in celebration of VP Kamala Harris

New Harlem Coffee Company of Indian and Jamaican origins created an Inaugural Coffee Blend to celebrate First Female Vice President Kamala Harris HARLEM, NY, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Harlem Coffee Company of Indian and …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 19:17 GMT

Biden's Bites: The New President's Favourite Hometown Food

Delaware’s favourite son may be headed to the White House, but his tried-and-true slate of local First State haunts stand ready for presidential visits DELAWARE, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For many Americans and, indeed, for …

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Published on January 22, 2021 - 20:15 GMT

Democracy Survived Trump, Barely; Now We Urgently Need Fixes to Stop Trump Wannabes

By Joe Rothstein With the book now closed on the Trump presidency, we can move on to the “lessons learned” conversation. Fortunately, we’re not talking about an autopsy of how Trump killed democracy. Democracy, while gravely threatened and …

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Published on January 14, 2021 - 18:38 GMT

More Violence Ahead? Then There Must Be More Consequences for Those Who Encourage and Excuse It

By Joe Rothstein So, by impeaching Donald Trump we are supposed to believe every House Democrat and 10 House Republicans are encouraging civil unrest, if not war? Really? War with whom? Anyone who raises the specter of violence needs to also …

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