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Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses

Posted on February 22, 2026February 22, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses
Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses

Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses “Important News” is a feature that showcases published reporting by other news sources and platforms with attribution and links that might be of interest to readers. Just the News reported on Feb. 21, 2026 that Secretary of…

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Undocumented immigrants will be given drivers licenses, Secretary Giannoulias says

Posted on June 21, 2023June 21, 2023 By Ray Hanania 3 Comments on Undocumented immigrants will be given drivers licenses, Secretary Giannoulias says
Undocumented immigrants will be given drivers licenses, Secretary Giannoulias says

Undocumented immigrants will be given drivers licenses, Secretary Giannoulias says Giannoulias: New Legislation Aims to End the Stigma for Immigrant Drivers; Make Illinois Roads Safer. Legislation will allow state to issue standardized licenses to legally licensed immigrant motorists Legislation approved by Illinois lawmakers will expand identification options for undocumented immigrants and make Illinois roads safer,…

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Giannoulias Issues First 100-Days Report Outlining Major Accomplishments

Posted on April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Giannoulias Issues First 100-Days Report Outlining Major Accomplishments
Giannoulias Issues First 100-Days Report Outlining Major Accomplishments

Giannoulias Issues First 100-Days Report Outlining Major Accomplishments “Getting it Done” Report Features Achievements to Modernize the Office Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias released his First 100 Days report today, highlighting his administration’s accomplishments since taking office in January. The 16-page report reflects how the new Secretary has pursued an aggressive agenda to improve…

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New Secretary of State reaffirms rejection of inappropriate license plates

Posted on January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on New Secretary of State reaffirms rejection of inappropriate license plates
New Secretary of State reaffirms rejection of inappropriate license plates

New Secretary of State reaffirms rejection of inappropriate license plates Secretary of State Giannoulias reveals rejected vanity plates in 2022 Small percentage prohibited for violating the state’s vehicle code There will be no PEEPEE, SUKIT or DUCKYOU for Illinois drivers. Those are just a few of the nearly 400 requests for vanity and personalized license…

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Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias releases comprehensive Transition Team report

Posted on January 17, 2023January 17, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias releases comprehensive Transition Team report
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias releases comprehensive Transition Team report

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias releases comprehensive Transition Team report Report serves as a road map to modernize the office, transform operations, and upgrade services Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias today released his Transition Team’s report that will serve as a blueprint for modernizing the office, transforming operations and expanding services to best serve…

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Alexi Giannoulias easily captures Democratic nomination for Secretary of State

Posted on June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Alexi Giannoulias easily captures Democratic nomination for Secretary of State
Alexi Giannoulias easily captures Democratic nomination for Secretary of State

Alexi Giannoulias easily captures Democratic nomination for Secretary of State By Ray Hanania Alexi Giannoulias easily won the Democratic nomination for Illinois Secretary of State and will face-off on Nov. 8, 2022 in the General Election against Republican Dan Brady. Giannoulias ran a strong campaign that overcame the endorsement of retiring Secretary of State Jesse…

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Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements

Posted on June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements
Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements

Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements By Ray Hanania Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch released recommended endorsements for the Democratic Primary election June 28, 2022. The endorsements list the top Democratic candidates but leaves it up to voters to select their choices in two contested races. Those two contested races…

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Arab Democratic Club forum hosts candidates for public office at brunch May 15

Posted on May 17, 2022May 17, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab Democratic Club forum hosts candidates for public office at brunch May 15
Arab Democratic Club forum hosts candidates for public office at brunch May 15

Arab Democratic Club forum hosts candidates for public office at brunch May 15 Watch the video below of the event and speeches from candidates and officials (The original Facebook Live Video was CENSORED by Facebook as a part of Facebook’s anti-Arab and anti-Muslim policies)  The Arab American Democratic Club (AADC) Hosted its pre-election Candidates Forum…

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Illinois Secretary of State’s race is a mess

Posted on May 8, 2022May 9, 2022 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Illinois Secretary of State’s race is a mess
Illinois Secretary of State’s race is a mess

Illinois Secretary of State’s race is a mess Most elections are pretty much decided before voters even get to go to the ballot box. But the race for Illinois Secretary of State is wide open, but it’s a mess. No one is really talking about the real issues that exist in the massive statewide office…

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Danville Clergy endorse candidate David Moore for Illinois Secretary of State

Posted on April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Danville Clergy endorse candidate David Moore for Illinois Secretary of State
Danville Clergy endorse candidate David Moore for Illinois Secretary of State

Danville Clergy endorse candidate David Moore for Illinois Secretary of State David Moore surges in push for Democratic nomination for Illinois Secretary of State to succeed retiring Jessie White. Momentum means more than money Clergy in Danville, Illinois, held a news conference Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 311 N. Collett, to…

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Illinois Secretary of State’s race heats up as candidates begin campaigns

Posted on August 18, 2021November 16, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Illinois Secretary of State’s race heats up as candidates begin campaigns
Illinois Secretary of State’s race heats up as candidates begin campaigns

Illinois Secretary of State’s race heats up as candidates begin campaigns Illinois voters have a lot of strong and qualified candidates to consider in the important race for Illinois Secretary of State. Here is an overview of the leading candidates who are hoping to succeed Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White in the June 2022…

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