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Opinion: Federal judge tosses politically motivated lawsuit against Madigan

Posted on August 23, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Opinion: Federal judge tosses politically motivated lawsuit against Madigan
Opinion: Federal judge tosses politically motivated lawsuit against Madigan

Opinion: Federal judge tosses politically motivated lawsuit against Madigan Federal Judge Matthew F. Kennelly dismisses controversial lawsuit against Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan. Exclusive, the Des Plaines Valley News, The Regional News, The Reporter Newspaper, and the Southwest News-Herald. August 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania A politically motivated lawsuit (Case No. 16 C 7915)…

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Is there a politics to mass shootings?

Posted on August 21, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Is there a politics to mass shootings?
Is there a politics to mass shootings?

Is there a politics to mass shootings? The mainstream news media covered the killings in Dayton, Ohio and El Paso, Texas far differently than the  news media covered the killings the same weekend in Chicago. Though the circumstances were different, with individual suspects involved in Dayton and El Paso and multiple suspects involved in multiple…

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Marie Newman names Shadin Maali as campaign chairwoman

Posted on August 9, 2019September 5, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Marie Newman names Shadin Maali as campaign chairwoman

Marie Newman names Shadin Maali as campaign chairwoman Longtime Suburban Chicagoland community activist Shadin Maali was named as the Campaign Chairwoman for Marie Newman who is a candidate for the 3rd District Congressional seat held by Dan Lipinski. Maali’s appointment underscores Newman’s commitment to the district’s large Arab American population and community in general. Marie…

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Darwish joins coalition urging passage of HB 4116 — life in prison for illegal gun sellers

Posted on August 7, 2019August 7, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Darwish joins coalition urging passage of HB 4116 — life in prison for illegal gun sellers
Darwish joins coalition urging passage of HB 4116 — life in prison for illegal gun sellers

Darwish joins coalition urging passage of HB 4116 — life in prison for illegal gun sellers On Wednesday, August 7, 2019, a coalition of Illinois activists and candidates led by 3rd District Congressional candidate Rush Darwish and including Diane Latiker, Founder of Kids Off the Block (KOB); police accountability advocate Eric Russell; Mexican community activist…

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Podcast: The Politics of Massacres, race in America and are we great?

Posted on August 6, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Podcast: The Politics of Massacres, race in America and are we great?
Podcast: The Politics of Massacres, race in America and are we great?

Podcast: The Politics of Massacres, race in America and are we great? Veteran columnist, author and former Chicago City Hall reporter Ray Hanania talks about three big issues in this episode of the “Ray Hanania on Politics” podcast. The first is the politics of Massacres. Why is there a difference in how the mainstream news…

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Brighton Park neighbors demand state restore mental health services

Posted on July 22, 2019July 22, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Brighton Park neighbors demand state restore mental health services
Brighton Park neighbors demand state restore mental health services

Brighton Park neighbors demand state restore mental health services Brighton Park Neighborhood Council holds 2019 Public Meeting  In the midst of strong political turmoil, threats to immigrant communities, attacks on black and brown youth, and a push for a higher wage, the Brighton Park Neighborhood Council and community members organize a Public Meeting with legislators. …

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Hurley measure to protect victims of stalking and domestic violence sent to governor

Posted on July 22, 2019July 22, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hurley measure to protect victims of stalking and domestic violence sent to governor
Hurley measure to protect victims of stalking and domestic violence sent to governor

Hurley measure to protect victims of stalking and domestic violence sent to governor In an effort to expand protections for survivors of domestic violence, stalking and other crimes, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, passed legislation to ensure timely enforcement of emergency no contact orders. “Currently, it is a possibility that emergency no contact orders issued…

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Suburban Chicagoland grows to more than 1 million views per month

Posted on July 13, 2019July 26, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Suburban Chicagoland grows to more than 1 million views per month
Suburban Chicagoland grows to more than 1 million views per month

Suburban Chicagoland grows to more than 1 million views per month American suburban focused online newspaper celebrates its 8th Year Anniversary as an independent publication serving the Chicagoland suburbs. Readership continues to grow. Suburban Chicagoland’s viewership has surpassed more than 1 million views per month, according to our hosting site GoDaddy. The increase in the…

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I promise, I didn’t write this column high on the Ganja

Posted on July 10, 2019July 13, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on I promise, I didn’t write this column high on the Ganja
I promise, I didn’t write this column high on the Ganja

I promise, I didn’t write this column high on the Ganja The decision by the State of Illinois to legalize marijuana has raised some concerns from foes. But marijuana is really no different than alcohol. And if they want to eliminate marijuana, they should eliminate alcohol, too, from our retail stores. By Ray Hanania Anybody…

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Is there a double standard when it comes to “corruption”

Posted on July 1, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Is there a double standard when it comes to “corruption”
Is there a double standard when it comes to “corruption”

Is there a double standard when it comes to “corruption” Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot seemed to treat Alderman Carrie Austin, who is African American, differently from how she treated Alderman Edward M. Burke, who is White. Both aldermen were targets of FBI office raids when Lightfoot slammed Burke but was caution on Austin By Ray…

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Former Pennsylvania Congressman Sestak announces for President

Posted on June 23, 2019June 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Former Pennsylvania Congressman Sestak announces for President
Former Pennsylvania Congressman Sestak announces for President

Former Pennsylvania Congressman Sestak announces for President Thank you for taking the time to see why I am declaring my candidacy for President of the United States of America. What Americans most want today is someone who is accountable to them, above self, above party, above any special interest … a President who has the…

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Podcast: A preview of the upcoming battle for the 3rd Congressional District

Posted on June 17, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Podcast: A preview of the upcoming battle for the 3rd Congressional District
Podcast: A preview of the upcoming battle for the 3rd Congressional District

Podcast: A preview of the upcoming battle for the 3rd Congressional District Another battle in the 3rd Congressional District: Dan Lipinski, Marie Newman, Rush Darwish. Season 1, Episode 17, June 17, 2019   Award-winning former Chicago City Hall reporter, and syndicated political columnist Ray Hanania offers a preview of the upcoming battle brewing in the…

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2nd Candidate to challenge Lipinski in March 2020

Posted on June 17, 2019June 18, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on 2nd Candidate to challenge Lipinski in March 2020
2nd Candidate to challenge Lipinski in March 2020

2nd Candidate to challenge Lipinski in March 2020 Rush Darwish declares run for US Congress IL-3 at packed rally in Palos Hills, focuses on grassroots support and taking down Trump At a Saturday, June 15 rally at Moraine Valley Community College to launch his congressional campaign for the 3rd District of Illinois, small business owner…

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Republican legislators criticize Pritzker Gas Tax

Posted on June 13, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Republican legislators criticize Pritzker Gas Tax
Republican legislators criticize Pritzker Gas Tax

Republican legislators criticize Pritzker Gas Tax  Governor Pritzker’s doubling of the Illinois Gasoline Tax causes damage to Illinois economy coalition of Republican legislators argue in an Op-Ed commentary By Republican State Representatives Transportation is a vital part of the Illinois economy. When it comes to Interstate highways, Illinois has the third most Interstates in the…

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Hold communities accountable and stop blaming the police

Posted on June 12, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hold communities accountable and stop blaming the police
Hold communities accountable and stop blaming the police

Hold communities accountable and stop blaming the police Chicago continues to be ravaged by street gang gun-related violence. Mayor Lightfoot has vowed to address the problem. But only focusing on the Chicago Police is not the answer. More emphasis needs to be placed on the residents living in the communities where the violence occurs to…

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Palos Police arrest five protestors at Township meeting

Posted on June 11, 2019June 11, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Palos Police arrest five protestors at Township meeting
Palos Police arrest five protestors at Township meeting

Palos Police arrest five protestors at Township meeting Five protestors who are part of a group criticizing popular Palos Township Trustee Sharon Brannigan for comments she made in 2017 about immigration reform, were arrested and charged by Palos Police. The group claims they were abiding by the laws when they were arrested, but Township officials…

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Mayor Lightfoot should not rush to judgement on Burke

Posted on June 5, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Mayor Lightfoot should not rush to judgement on Burke
Mayor Lightfoot should not rush to judgement on Burke

Mayor Lightfoot should not rush to judgement on Burke Newly elected Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has used the troubles of Alderman Ed Burke to bolster her image as a “reformer” and pandered to the hedonic character of the mainstream news media demanding that he resign. But in America, the mob doesn’t rule, the Rule of…

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The psychology of JB’s massive tax hike plan

Posted on May 29, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on The psychology of JB’s massive tax hike plan
The psychology of JB’s massive tax hike plan

The psychology of JB’s massive tax hike plan JB Pritzker has been lobbying hard to get the legislature to adopt his “Fair Tax” plan, but that plan is just a cover for 18 other big tax hikes that are waiting to slam your pocket book. The Pritzker “Fair Tax” will replace the Flat Tax with…

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