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US Senator Chris Murphy endorses Robin Kelly for US Senate, succeeding Dick Durbin

September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

US Senator Chris Murphy endorses Robin Kelly for US Senate, succeeding Dick Durbin U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), one of the nation’s leading voices for gun violence prevention, has announced his endorsement of Rep. Robin Kelly for United States Senate in Illinois. As colleagues and gun violence prevention champions, Murphy and Kelly have worked closely…

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Jotaka Eaddy endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Jotaka Eaddy endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate Jotaka Eaddy, founder of Win with Black Women and a nationally renowned business executive, social impact strategist and investor, today endorsed Robin Kelly for the U.S. Senate. “All of us win when we elect Robin Kelly to the U.S. Senate,” Eaddy said. “Robin is a proven fighter…

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In response to draft effort, Jesse Jackson Jr. forms Exploratory Committee to consider 2nd Congressional District run

July 15, 2025July 15, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

In response to draft effort, Jesse Jackson Jr. forms Exploratory Committee to consider 2nd Congressional District run In response to an effort by retired U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush and a growing number of political and community leaders to draft him into the race for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District seat, former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr….

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Leading members of State’s Gun Violence Prevention Community endorse Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Leading members of State’s Gun Violence Prevention Community endorse Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate Many top leaders, advocates and champions of the state’s gun violence prevention movement today endorsed Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate. The group has founded gun violence prevention organizations, raised their voices, told their stories and led with passion on ending senseless…

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Former Homer Glen trustee Pazmino says village board needs independent voice

March 20, 2025March 20, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Former Homer Glen trustee Pazmino says village board needs independent voice Former trustee and restaurant owner Ruben Pazmino hopes to continue to push his ideas to help taxpayers in Homer Glen as an independent voice in the April 1 election. Homer Glen gets very little attention from the media and its issues and needs are…

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Jaber urges Village Board to stop undermining the Orland Park Public Library system

December 4, 2024December 13, 2024 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Jaber urges Village Board to stop undermining the Orland Park Public Library system Mohammed Jaber, Candidate for Orland Park Trustee in the Feb 25 and April 1 elections, steps up to defend the Orland Library from attacks by the Orland Park Village Board and Mayor Pekau. Orland Park, IL — Orland Park Trustee candidate Mohammed…

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Taxpayer advocate Mohammed Jaber files for Orland Park Village Trustee in 2025 elections

November 18, 2024December 13, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

Taxpayer advocate Mohammed Jaber files for Orland Park Village Trustee in 2025 elections Orland Park, IL — Education leader Mohammed Jaber Friday announced he is running for Orland Park Village Trustee to break the “rubber stamp” that has driven increased village fees and property taxes and to restore the publics participation in local government that…

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Jesse Jackson Sr. Endorses Mariyana Spyropoulos for Cook County Circuit Court Clerk

January 22, 2024January 22, 2024 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Jesse Jackson Sr. Endorses Mariyana Spyropoulos for Cook County Circuit Court Clerk The candidacy of circuit court clerk challenger, Mariyana Spyropoulos, received the coveted endorsement of civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. The founder of the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition said he was pleased to endorse Spyropoulos for her steadfast commitment to justice, transparency and community…

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Spyropoulos seeking election as Cook County Clerk

October 17, 2023October 24, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Spyropoulos seeking election as Cook County Clerk For the past 13 years, you’ve known Mariyana Spyropoulos as a commissioner of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District. But she began her career as an Assistant Cook County State’s Attorney before moving to private practice. There, she saw firsthand how vital it is for our courts to be…

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Citizen champion Alderman Raymond Lopez announces his candidacy for U.S. Congress in 4th District

October 3, 2023October 3, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Citizen champion Alderman Raymond Lopez announces his candidacy for U.S. Congress in 4th District By Ray Hanania Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez, who has been one of the most vocal champions of citizen rights in Chicago and the region, announced Tuesday that he will be running as a Democratic candidate in the March 19, 2024 Democratic…

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Higher Education veteran Tracy Sullivan announces candidacy for Moraine Valley Board

March 13, 2023March 13, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Higher Education veteran Tracy Sullivan announces candidacy for Moraine Valley Board Tracy Sullivan is offering nearly three decades of higher education experience for the benefit of Community College District 524, Moraine Valley Community College. The Orland Park resident has announced her candidacy for the Moraine Valley Board of Trustees, an unpaid elected position. “I bring…

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Buckner slams Garcia, Johnson and Lightfoot for Crypto hypocrisies, supports probes

January 18, 2023January 18, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Buckner slams Garcia, Johnson and Lightfoot for Crypto hypocrisies, supports probes Kam Buckner Slams Chuy García, Brandon Johnson & Mayor Lightfoot for Crypto Cop-outs, Supports City Council Resolution for Investigation Into Crypto Fraud Victims of crypto fraud held a press conference Wednesday with Ald. Byron Sigcho- Lopez (25th) as he introduced a resolution for the…

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Chicago’s Police Officers Endorse Paul Vallas for Mayor

January 9, 2023January 9, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago’s Police Officers Endorse Paul Vallas for Mayor Vallas is the only Mayoral Candidate committed to providing the tools and resources needed to protect Chicago families Paul Vallas has earned the endorsement of the brave men and women of Chicago’s Fraternal Order of Police for his tireless dedication to improving the safety of the city’s…

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Paul Vallas launches major television adverting campaign

January 4, 2023January 4, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Paul Vallas launches major television adverting campaign Six figure broadcast and cable television advertising buy marks the most substantial media campaign launched by a challenger to incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas is launching two advertisements on both broadcast and cable television stations throughout the Chicago media market. This six figure advertising buy…

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Demands continue for Lightfoot and Garcia to detail ties to FTX scandal

December 15, 2022December 15, 2022 Press ReleaseChicago 3 Comments

Demands continue for Lightfoot and Garcia to detail ties to FTX scandal Paul Vallas calls on Chuy Garcia to return tainted funds and come clean about his relationship with indicted Crypto billionaire Chicago Mayoral Candidate Paul Vallas on Wednesday called for Chuy Garcia to come clean about his relationship with indicted crypto-king Sam Bankman-Fried, whose…

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Chicago Mayoral candidate Kam Buckner demands accountability from Jesus Garcia and Mayor Lori Lightfoot on FTX controversy ties

December 14, 2022December 14, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Mayoral candidate Kam Buckner demands accountability from Jesus Garcia and Mayor Lori Lightfoot on FTX controversy ties Lightfoot Owes Chicago An Explanation About Her Connection to Corrupt Crypto King.Lori Lightfoot welcomed crypto fraud Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX to Chicago this past spring and allowed him to collaborate on the city’s “guaranteed basic income” U.S. Rep….

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Dr. Barbara Ann Bunville officially Announces candidacy for Alderperson of the 6th Ward

October 5, 2022October 5, 2022 Ray Hanania 2 Comments

Dr. Barbara Ann Bunville officially Announces candidacy for Alderperson of the 6th Ward Dr. Barbara Ann Bunville officially announced her candidacy for Alderperson of the 6th Ward, Sunday, October 2, 2022, on the Southside of Chicago, at the famous Josephine’s Southern Cooking Restaurant at 436 E. 79th St., a staple in the 6th Ward. Dr. Bunville says that she…

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Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022

August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022 Democrat endorsed candidate for the 11th Illinois Senate District Mike Porfirio will host a fundraiser for his campaign on Thursday September 1, from 6 PM until 9 PM. The fundraiser will be held at Pescadon Banquets, 6254 S. Archer Road in Summit, Illinois. Tickets for the…

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