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Lipinski highlights endorsements from district’s elected officials

Posted on January 7, 2020January 7, 2020 By News Editor No Comments on Lipinski highlights endorsements from district’s elected officials
Lipinski highlights endorsements from district’s elected officials

Lipinski highlights endorsements from district’s elected officials Lipinski Campaign Announces Sweeping Endorsements from Municipal Leaders Across Third Congressional District. Endorsements span nearly every municipality in the 3rd Congressional District Building on his reputation as a problem solver who gets things done for the municipalities he represents, Congressman Dan Lipinski today announced endorsements from 28 mayors across…

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Democrat Underwood features new Ads in Illinois 14th Congressional District race

Posted on October 2, 2018January 9, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Democrat Underwood features new Ads in Illinois 14th Congressional District race
Democrat Underwood features new Ads in Illinois 14th Congressional District race

Democrat Underwood features new Ads in Illinois 14th Congressional District race With just 35 days until Election Day and early voting underway, Lauren Underwood has unveiled her second campaign commercial of the general election. The ad, “It’s On”, tells the story of how the campaign came to be––with a broken health care promise from her…

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In need of a “voter carwash” after governors’ debate

Posted on September 27, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on In need of a “voter carwash” after governors’ debate
In need of a “voter carwash” after governors’ debate

In need of a “voter carwash” after governors’ debate The personal attacks in the first debate between Gov. Bruce Rauner and three challengers including J.B. Pritzker is disheartening for the future for the state of Illinois. Isn’t there anyone out there who has a great idea to save this state? Wake up people! When it…

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Kaegi Vows to Fix Broken Property Tax System

Posted on August 29, 2018September 28, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Kaegi Vows to Fix Broken Property Tax System
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Kaegi Vows to Fix Broken Property Tax System Cook County assessor hopeful Fritz Kaegi, who bested incumbent Joseph Berrios in the Democratic primary, pledged to attendees of an Illinois Campaign for Political Reform event that the obscure yet critical office will be more transparent and accountable under his watch. “You don’t need me to tell…

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Pappas: 39,100 Property Owners Must Pay Delinquent Taxes to Avoid Sale

Posted on April 19, 2018May 30, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pappas: 39,100 Property Owners Must Pay Delinquent Taxes to Avoid Sale
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Pappas: 39,100 Property Owners Must Pay Delinquent Taxes to Avoid Sale Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas, one of the most popular elected officials in the State of Illinois, cautioned Thursday there is a large list of property owners in Cook County whose properties could be sold for delinquent taxes. Pappas said that nearly half, or…

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Fioretti reaches out to suburban voters

Posted on February 20, 2018September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Fioretti reaches out to suburban voters

Fioretti reaches out to suburban voters Bob Fioretti, candidate for Cook County Board president, will hold a fundraiser and meet-and-greet with residents of the suburbs on Tuesday Feb. 27, 2018. The reception will be held from 7 pm until 9 pm at the Brookfield Ale House 8900 Fairview in Brookfield, Illinois. Fioretti was an outspoken…

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Angeles Sandoval announces bid for 7th Dist. Cook County seat

Posted on December 15, 2017December 15, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Angeles Sandoval announces bid for 7th Dist. Cook County seat

Angeles Sandoval announces bid for 7th Dist. Cook County seat CHICAGO, IL — Surrounded by community leaders from the Southwest Side of Chicago, Democrat Angeles “Angie” Sandoval, formally announced her bid to become the next Cook County Commissioner of the 7th District. She will become the newest and only “Latina” on the Cook County Board….

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Kennedy will respect Arabs, Muslims as Illinois governor

Posted on September 16, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 6 Comments on Kennedy will respect Arabs, Muslims as Illinois governor
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Kennedy will respect Arabs, Muslims as Illinois governor Illinois gubernatorial candidate Christopher Kennedy told a gathering of influential Arab and Muslim community activists Saturday that he would defend their rights as Americans and respect their cultural and religious identities. Kennedy said when his family immigrated to America, they faced the same racism and discrimination now…

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