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

Posted on January 22, 2024January 22, 2024 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Jesse Jackson Sr. Endorses Mariyana Spyropoulos for Cook County Circuit Court Clerk 
Jesse Jackson Sr. Endorses Mariyana Spyropoulos for Cook County Circuit Court Clerk 

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

Posted on October 3, 2023October 3, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Citizen champion Alderman Raymond Lopez announces his candidacy for U.S. Congress in 4th District
Citizen champion Alderman Raymond Lopez announces his candidacy for U.S. Congress in 4th District

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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Congressman Bill Foster thanks voters for their support

Posted on June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congressman Bill Foster thanks voters for their support
Congressman Bill Foster thanks voters for their support

Congressman Bill Foster thanks voters for their support U.S. Congressman Bill Foster (IL-11) thanked voters for their support in a statement released on Wednesday following the results of the Illinois Democratic Primary election June 28, 2022. “Serving the people of the 11th District of Illinois is the honor of a lifetime, and I am proud…

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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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Sean Casten defeats Marie Newman and will face-off with extremist Keith Pekau

Posted on June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Sean Casten defeats Marie Newman and will face-off with extremist Keith Pekau
Sean Casten defeats Marie Newman and will face-off with extremist Keith Pekau

Sean Casten defeats Marie Newman and will face-off with extremist Keith Pekau Rep. Sean Casten Declares Victory in the June 28, 2022 Democratic Primary election over first term Congresswoman Marie Newman. Casten will face-off with rightwing extremist Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau in the November 8 General Election By Ray Hanania Incumbent U.S. Representative Sean…

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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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Secretary of State candidate David Moore receives IVI-IPO endorsement

Posted on April 19, 2022April 19, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Secretary of State candidate David Moore receives IVI-IPO endorsement
Secretary of State candidate David Moore receives IVI-IPO endorsement

Secretary of State candidate David Moore receives IVI-IPO endorsement For nearly 80 years, the Independent Voters of Illinois-Independent Political Organization has been in the forefront of progressive issues when it comes to supporting local candidates for office. The storied organization, IVI-IPO, announced Tuesday April 19, 2022 its slate of endorsed candidates for the June 28…

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Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28

Posted on April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28
Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28

Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28 The Lyons Township Democratic Organization will host a fundraiser and rally for two Democratic candidates running in the June 28 Primary election for two judicial positions in the 4th Cook County SubCircuit. Nick Kantas and ShawnTe Raines-welch will be honored at a fundraiser April…

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Egonmwan withdraws from 16th Senate Race to continue advocacy work on behalf of the community 

Posted on March 21, 2022March 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Egonmwan withdraws from 16th Senate Race to continue advocacy work on behalf of the community 
Egonmwan withdraws from 16th Senate Race to continue advocacy work on behalf of the community 

Egonmwan withdraws from 16th Senate Race to continue advocacy work on behalf of the community  Attorney and Radio talk show host Kimberly Egonmwan announced Monday she withdrew as a candidate to succeed State Senator Jackie Collins in the 16th Illinois Senate District in order to continue advocacy work on behalf of the community’s needs.   Egonmwan,…

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Former Orland Park trustee announces Democratic candidacy for Cook County 17th District

Posted on March 7, 2022March 7, 2022 By News Editor No Comments on Former Orland Park trustee announces Democratic candidacy for Cook County 17th District
Former Orland Park trustee announces Democratic candidacy for Cook County 17th District

Former Orland Park trustee announces Democratic candidacy for Cook County 17th District Former Orland Park Village Trustee Daniel T Calandriello Announces Run for Cook County Board. Calandriello’s leadership will bring a Fresh Approach to Cook County Government Dan Calandriello filed his petitions for nomination of Cook County Commissioner for the 17th District on MOnday March 7,…

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Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District

Posted on December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District
Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District

Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District Congresswoman Marie Newman receives endorsement from the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Thursday Dec. 16, 2021 that she had received the endorsement of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division IBT (BMWED-IBT)….

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Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders

Posted on December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders
Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders

Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) on Thursday announced the endorsements of 40+ Illinois elected officials and community leaders for his re-election campaign. This slate of endorsements includes Illinois state senators, Illinois state representatives, county elected officials, school board members, village trustees, mayors, and community…

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SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress

Posted on November 23, 2021November 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress
SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress

SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress Days after rightwing extremist Keith Pekau announced he is running for the Republican nomination for Congress with the support of Tea Party fanatic Jeanne Ives, Congresswoman Marie Newman continued to rack up endorsements from the 6th District’s leading workers unions and municipal leaders. Newman faces Sean…

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U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

Posted on November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors
U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Monday Nov. 15, 2021 that she has received endorsements from ten suburban mayors and village presidents for her re-election to Congress in Illinois’ new 6th District in the Spring Democratic primary elections. “I’ve been in government for years and I’ve never…

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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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Podcast: John Conyers’ nephew endorses Brenda Jones over Rashida Tlaib

Posted on July 17, 2020July 12, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Podcast: John Conyers’ nephew endorses Brenda Jones over Rashida Tlaib
Podcast: John Conyers’ nephew endorses Brenda Jones over Rashida Tlaib

Podcast: John Conyers’ nephew endorses Brenda Jones over Rashida Tlaib Former Michigan State Senator Ian Conyers accused Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib of ignoring her campaign promises to sit in the limelight of international issues “she never addressed” in the 2018 campaign. Conyers said that Brenda Jones, the Detroit City Council President, has the district support to replace…

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Michigan’s 13th Congressional battle topic on radio Friday with Ian Conyers

Posted on July 16, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Michigan’s 13th Congressional battle topic on radio Friday with Ian Conyers
Michigan’s 13th Congressional battle topic on radio Friday with Ian Conyers

Michigan’s 13th Congressional battle topic on radio Friday with Ian Conyers Ian Conyers, the nephew of long serving and popular Congressman John Conyers, who retired in 2017 and creating the vacancy the 13th District seat, will join award winning Palestinian American journalist and radio talk show host on live radio on Friday July 17, 2020…

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Rashida Tlaib faces tough re-election challenge from Brenda Jones

Posted on July 10, 2020July 12, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rashida Tlaib faces tough re-election challenge from Brenda Jones
Rashida Tlaib faces tough re-election challenge from Brenda Jones

Rashida Tlaib faces tough re-election challenge from Brenda Jones (Radio Podcast) Detroit City Council President Brenda Jones, who served a brief five week term representing the 13th Congressional District in Michigan, discusses her rematch with Rashida Tlaib who won the full 13th District Congressional term in 2018. The next Democratic Primary is August 4, 2020…

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