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Lipinski and Hanania debate, discuss Trump War on Iran, abandoning Ukraine, misunderstanding Birthright and 14th Amendment

Posted on April 4, 2026April 4, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lipinski and Hanania debate, discuss Trump War on Iran, abandoning Ukraine, misunderstanding Birthright and 14th Amendment
Lipinski and Hanania debate, discuss Trump War on Iran, abandoning Ukraine, misunderstanding Birthright and 14th Amendment

Lipinski and Hanania debate, discuss Trump War on Iran, abandoning Ukraine, misunderstanding Birthright and 14th Amendment Two Guys on Politics podcasters Ray Hanania and Bill Lipinski discussed President Trump’s speech on the Iran war, expressing disappointment with its lack of new information and strategic direction. They debated the merits and concerns of the ongoing Iran…

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas recognizes Assyrian New Year by honoring civic, business and community leaders

Posted on April 2, 2026April 2, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas recognizes Assyrian New Year by honoring civic, business and community leaders
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas recognizes Assyrian New Year by honoring civic, business and community leaders

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas recognizes Assyrian New Year by honoring civic, business and community leaders  Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas (middle) celebrated the Assyrian New Year of 6776 by welcoming dozens of civic, business and community leaders to her downtown office for an afternoon of traditional Assyrian song and dance. The Assyrian New Year,…

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Pappas Study Calls for Halt to Runaway Property Taxes

Posted on March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pappas Study Calls for Halt to Runaway Property Taxes
Pappas Study Calls for Halt to Runaway Property Taxes

Pappas Study Calls for Halt to Runaway Property Taxes Cook County property taxes have grown at twice the rate of inflation over the past three decades, forcing home and business owners to turn over an ever-greater percentage of their annual earnings to local governments, according to a study released Monday by Treasurer Maria Pappas. During…

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Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026

Posted on March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026

Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026 CHICAGO – Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble (CDE) presents the world premiere of Architecture of Memory, May 8 – 23, at Chicago Danztheatre, 1650 W. Foster Avenue. The opening night/press performance is Friday, May 8 at 8 p.m.   The performance schedule is Fridays and Saturdays…

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Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Best Practices in Analyzing Financial Records and Discovering Hidden Assets

Posted on March 24, 2026March 24, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Best Practices in Analyzing Financial Records and Discovering Hidden Assets
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Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Best Practices in Analyzing Financial Records and Discovering Hidden Assets By Laura Reichel The nationally acclaimed Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on March 25th at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 225 W….

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Chicago Passes Medicare for All Resolution

Posted on March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Passes Medicare for All Resolution
Chicago Passes Medicare for All Resolution

Chicago Passes Medicare for All Resolution WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Wednesday March 18, 2026, the Chicago City Council passed a resolution calling on Congress to pass Medicare for All.  The resolution, introduced by Alderwoman Ruth Cruz (Ward 30), expresses support for H.R. 3069, led by U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (D-WA-7) and Debbie Dingell (D-MI-6), and…

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 Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 & America’s 250th!

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 Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 & America’s 250th!

 Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 & America’s 250th! HOT ROD POWER TOUR & HOT ROD DRAG WEEK. THE SUMMER’S ULTIMATE ROAD TRIPS ON THE LEGENDARY HIGHWAY Plan Your Trip Now For Route 66 in 2026!  (LOS ANGELES) March 18, 2026 — This year the mighty HOT ROD Power Tour in June and the highly competitive…

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Inaugural FECK Awards Honor Four Extraordinary Changemakers Championing Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness

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Inaugural FECK Awards Honor Four Extraordinary Changemakers Championing Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness Created by entertainment industry leader and philanthropist Chaz Ebert, the 2026 winners will be recognized at the FECK Awards live event in Chicago on April 4 Chicago (March 18, 2026) – The FECK Awards, a powerful new national recognition program celebrating individuals…

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