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Uniejewski Campaign Knocks 50,000 Doors in the 6th District

Posted on December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Uniejewski Campaign Knocks 50,000 Doors in the 6th District
Uniejewski Campaign Knocks 50,000 Doors in the 6th District

Uniejewski Campaign Knocks 50,000 Doors in the 6th District Grassroots organizing effort spans every ward, showing unprecedented organizing strength. Nick Uniejewski’s campaign announced today that it has knocked on more than 50,000 doors in all 10 wards across Illinois’ 6th State Senate District, demonstrating the scale of an organizing-first campaign focused on building lasting community…

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Kat Abughazaleh Leaves X, Calls on Candidates to Stop Funding Elon Musk’s Platform

Posted on December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Kat Abughazaleh Leaves X, Calls on Candidates to Stop Funding Elon Musk’s Platform
Kat Abughazaleh Leaves X, Calls on Candidates to Stop Funding Elon Musk’s Platform

Kat Abughazaleh Leaves X, Calls on Candidates to Stop Funding Elon Musk’s Platform Congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh announced today that she will no longer use X, formerly known as Twitter, citing the platform’s transformation into a tool for right-wing radicalization, misinformation, and surveillance under Elon Musk’s ownership. Abughazaleh also called on other candidates to stop…

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John Harrell hosts taxpayer review workshops for residents, urges extension of appeals period and tax hike limits

Posted on December 12, 2025December 12, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on John Harrell hosts taxpayer review workshops for residents, urges extension of appeals period and tax hike limits
John Harrell hosts taxpayer review workshops for residents, urges extension of appeals period and tax hike limits

John Harrell hosts taxpayer review workshops for residents, urges extension of appeals period and tax hike limits 8th Legislative District candidate Harrell calls for extension of property tax payment deadline, new laws to make it more difficult for homeowners to lose their properties because of property tax debts, and to limit how much property taxes…

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Mahnoor Ahmad runs for DuPage County Board seat

Posted on October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Mahnoor Ahmad runs for DuPage County Board seat
Mahnoor Ahmad runs for DuPage County Board seat

Mahnoor Ahmad runs for DuPage County Board seat By Ray Hanania Mahnoor Ahmad, who challenged ineffective Congressman Sean Casten in 2024 for the Democratic nomination, announced this week that she has filed for the office of the DuPage County Board seat in the 2nd District. Ahmad has a long history of public service and working…

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Kat Abughazaleh raises over $520,000 in Q2 of 2025 with more than $630,000 cash on hand for 2026 Democratic primary election

Posted on October 20, 2025October 20, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Kat Abughazaleh raises over $520,000 in Q2 of 2025 with more than $630,000 cash on hand for 2026 Democratic primary election
Kat Abughazaleh raises over $520,000 in Q2 of 2025 with more than $630,000 cash on hand for 2026 Democratic primary election

Kat Abughazaleh raises over $520,000 in Q2 of 2025 with more than $630,000 cash on hand for 2026 Democratic primary election In the second quarter of 2025, Kat Abughazaleh raised more than $520,000, bringing her total amount raised since launching her campaign to approximately $900,000, averaging $32 per donation from about 22,000 donors. Kat’s campaign…

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Jesse Jackson Jr. Launches Candidacy for Congress

Posted on October 8, 2025October 8, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Jesse Jackson Jr. Launches Candidacy for Congress
Jesse Jackson Jr. Launches Candidacy for Congress

Jesse Jackson Jr. Launches Candidacy for Congress Son of civil rights icon and former congressman commences his campaign for Illinois’ Second Congressional District seat on his father’s 84th birthday. See campaign video launch below Former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr., a lifelong fighter for racial, social, and economic justice, today announced his candidacy for Illinois’…

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

Posted on September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on US Senator Chris Murphy endorses Robin Kelly for US Senate, succeeding Dick Durbin
US Senator Chris Murphy endorses Robin Kelly for US Senate, succeeding Dick Durbin

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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Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Fifth Annual Fundraiser at Harley Davidson

Posted on September 8, 2025September 8, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Fifth Annual Fundraiser at Harley Davidson
Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Fifth Annual Fundraiser at Harley Davidson

Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Fifth Annual Fundraiser at Harley Davidson On Wednesday, August 27th, Commissioner Aguilar hosted his fifth annual Friends of Frank campaign fundraiser at the Harley Davidson Showroom in Countryside, IL. The event brought supporters of Commissioner Aguilar from throughout Cook County and the 16th District, joining together to listen to music,…

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Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, one of the best candidates to become Illinois Governor

Posted on September 7, 2025September 7, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, one of the best candidates to become Illinois Governor
Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, one of the best candidates to become Illinois Governor

Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, one of the best candidates to become Illinois Governor As you know, I have never been a big fan of Gov. J.B. Pritzker, or, for that matter, many of the most recent governors we have had, including Bruce Rauner, Pat Quinn, or “Mr. Celebrity” Governor, Rod Blagojevich. (Previously published on Ray…

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John Harrell formally announces candidacy to succeed La Shawn Ford at West Side rally

Posted on August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on John Harrell formally announces candidacy to succeed La Shawn Ford at West Side rally
John Harrell formally announces candidacy to succeed La Shawn Ford at West Side rally

John Harrell formally announces candidacy to succeed La Shawn Ford at West Side rally Community, religious, and elected leaders endorse Harrell for the 8th State House District at a press conference held at Macarthur Restaurant, 5412 W. Madison Street, Chicago, Monday, April 11, 2025 Chicago, IL – John Harrel formally announced his candidacy for the…

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Chicago Black Pastors gather to praise John Harrell candidacy for 8th State House District

Posted on August 6, 2025August 6, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Black Pastors gather to praise John Harrell candidacy for 8th State House District
Chicago Black Pastors gather to praise John Harrell candidacy for 8th State House District

Chicago Black Pastors gather to praise John Harrell candidacy for 8th State House District More than two dozen prominent African American pastors representing the largest churches and parishes on Chicago’s South and West Sides on Tuesday (Aug. 5, 2025) praised and encouraged fellow Pastor John Harrell’s decision to run for State Representative in the 8th Illinois House…

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Friends of Jesse Jackson Jr. for Congress 2026 Exploratory Committee, Launches Outreach Across 2nd Congressional District

Posted on August 3, 2025August 3, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Friends of Jesse Jackson Jr. for Congress 2026 Exploratory Committee, Launches Outreach Across 2nd Congressional District
Friends of Jesse Jackson Jr. for Congress 2026 Exploratory Committee, Launches Outreach Across 2nd Congressional District

Friends of Jesse Jackson Jr. for Congress 2026 Exploratory Committee, Launches Outreach Across 2nd Congressional District Exploratory Committee commences effort to collect signatures and register voters as new poll shows former Congressman Jackson leading field of potential contenders Retired U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush, Senior Advisor of the Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Network Jack Lynch,…

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National Gun VIolence prevention organization Brady PAC endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate

Posted on July 31, 2025July 31, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on National Gun VIolence prevention organization Brady PAC endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate
National Gun VIolence prevention organization Brady PAC endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate

National Gun VIolence prevention organization Brady PAC endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate Brady PAC Makes Rare Primary Endorsement of Kelly, Citing Her Proven Record of Gun Violence Prevention Work Brady PAC today announced its endorsement of Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate. Brady PAC, the political arm of the Brady Campaign, the nation’s oldest gun…

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Video Podcast on Trump’s problems with Jeffrey Epstein, Netanyahu’s coalition in jeopardy

Posted on July 19, 2025July 20, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Video Podcast on Trump’s problems with Jeffrey Epstein, Netanyahu’s coalition in jeopardy
Video Podcast on Trump’s problems with Jeffrey Epstein, Netanyahu’s coalition in jeopardy

Video Podcast on Trump’s problems with Jeffrey Epstein, Netanyahu’s coalition in jeopardy In the Video podcast, political columnist Ray Hanania and former Congressman Bill Lipinski discuss the Jeffrey Epstein controversy and its impact on President Trump; open rebellion among some MAGA Republicans including Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene over foreign aid and Epstein, the issue of…

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Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller Launches Congressional Campaign

Posted on July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller Launches Congressional Campaign
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller Launches Congressional Campaign

Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller Launches Congressional Campaign Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller is launching her campaign for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District today, Wednesday, July 9, 2025, with an introductory video, linked here, that summarizes her family’s history of service and her plans to carry that legacy forward. Miller raised her family in the south…

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Gay Community endorses Robin Kelly for the U.S. Senate

Posted on June 6, 2025June 6, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Gay Community endorses Robin Kelly for the U.S. Senate
Gay Community endorses Robin Kelly for the U.S. Senate

Gay Community endorses Robin Kelly for the U.S. Senate Nearly 70 leaders in the state’s LGBTQIA+ community today announced their endorsement of Robin Kelly for United States Senate. A champion of the LGBTQIA+ community, Kelly is committed to advancing legislation in Congress that ensures all Illinoisans receive the same rights no matter who they are…

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Congresswoman Robin Kelly clear leader in race to succeed Senator Dick Durbin

Posted on May 6, 2025May 6, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congresswoman Robin Kelly clear leader in race to succeed Senator Dick Durbin
Congresswoman Robin Kelly clear leader in race to succeed Senator Dick Durbin

Congresswoman Robin Kelly clear leader in race to succeed Senator Dick Durbin Congresswoman Robin Kelly announces her candidacy to succeed retiring U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. Kelly has one of the strongest public service records, introducing legislation to support not only her constituents in the 2nd Congressional District, but is viewed as a more popular candidate…

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Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher

Posted on April 23, 2025April 23, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher
Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher

Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher Orland Park, IL – The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) honored the service of two outgoing Board Trustees on Tuesday, (April 22, 2025) President John Brudnak and Treasurer Jayne Schirmacher. The OFPD will administer the Oath of Office at ceremonies to be held in early May to an incumbent…

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