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Madigan was never the real issue in the last election

Posted on November 28, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Madigan was never the real issue in the last election
Madigan was never the real issue in the last election

Madigan was never the real issue in the last election Republican leaders in Illinois were easily swept aside and out of office by Democrats in the November 6 General Elections mainly because too much effort was put into personal attacks including against Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan. Voters are far more intelligent than some…

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Jim Dodge announces for Orland Park Mayor

Posted on November 25, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Jim Dodge announces for Orland Park Mayor
Jim Dodge announces for Orland Park Mayor

Jim Dodge announces for Orland Park Mayor Can a perennial Republican candidate for public office like Jim Dodge win the office of Orland Park Mayor? His past elections outside of Orland Park suggest not, but his Republican base in Orland Park tells a different story. But that depends on what Republican Mayor Keith Pekau does. Pekau defeated…

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Arab American voters to rally for Democratic candidates Oct. 21

Posted on October 11, 2018October 11, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab American voters to rally for Democratic candidates Oct. 21

Arab American voters to rally for Democratic candidates Oct. 21 Dozens of Democratic candidates running in the November 6, 2018 General election will be showcased at the annual Candidate’s Breakfast & Brunch on Sunday, October 21 hosted by The Arab American Democratic Club. The keynote speakers at the event are Illinois House Speaker Michael J….

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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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Roger Stone releases new book, “Stone’s Rules”

Posted on July 26, 2018July 26, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Roger Stone releases new book, “Stone’s Rules”
Roger Stone releases new book, “Stone’s Rules”

Roger Stone releases new book, “Stone’s Rules” At long last, America’s most notorious political operative has released his operating manual! A freedom fighter to his admirers, a dirty trickster to his detractors, the flamboyant, outrageous, articulate, and extraordinarily well-dressed Roger Stone lays out Stone’s Rules―the maxims that have governed his legendary career as a campaign operative…

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Media hypocrisy over Roseanne Barr

Posted on June 10, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Media hypocrisy over Roseanne Barr
Media hypocrisy over Roseanne Barr

Media hypocrisy over Roseanne Barr Roseanne Barr’s racist reference to Valerie Jarrett is irresistible and Barr rightly apologized. But was ABC TV’s decision to punish Roseanne by cancelling her hit TV series revival warranted? Or, is it the result of a double standard fueled by news media bias against Barr because of her open support…

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A good movie should be about entertainment

Posted on April 21, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on A good movie should be about entertainment
A good movie should be about entertainment

A good movie should be about entertainment These days, movie reviewers judge films not by what the audience wants but rather by what they want. Oftentimes, those judgments are driven by issues that pander to social minorities and left-wing liberal preferences. Why can’t we judge films based solely on their entertainment value, rather than on…

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Roseanne revival brings back memories of great TV

Posted on April 6, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Roseanne revival brings back memories of great TV
Roseanne revival brings back memories of great TV

Roseanne revival brings back memories of great TV Television has always reflected the worst of our society, but in recent years it has gotten even worse especially int he area of politics. But the revival of a former TV sitcom, Roseanne, has returned us to the glory days of TV when comedy and humor in…

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Arab American empowerment continues to grow

Posted on February 23, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Arab American empowerment continues to grow
Arab American empowerment continues to grow

Arab American empowerment continues to grow Arab Americans have been fighting for a place at the American table from the day they set foot in America. But in recent years, their empowerment has increased despite the increased discrimination in the wake of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. In recently years, Arab Americans have…

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Pritzker, Brannigan and the “politics” of apologies

Posted on February 8, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Pritzker, Brannigan and the “politics” of apologies
Pritzker, Brannigan and the “politics” of apologies

Pritzker, Brannigan and the “politics” of apologies Some Arab American and Muslim activists have launched a vicious campaign against Palos Township Trustee Sharon Brannigan who expressed opinions critical of the “Middle Eastern” community that they claimed were racist. Brannigan apologized three times but they refused to accept her apology. However, J.B. Pritzker slammed Muslims as…

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Who are the Arabs of the Southwest Suburbs?

Posted on December 9, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Who are the Arabs of the Southwest Suburbs?
Who are the Arabs of the Southwest Suburbs?

Who are the Arabs of the Southwest Suburbs? The recent personal attacks against a trustee in Palos Township has sparked a discussion about who are the Arabs of Chicagoland. I have spent most of my life studying and writing about the American Arab community, authoring dissertations and studies on them at Northern Illinois and the…

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The bullying of Sharon Brannigan

Posted on December 7, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 6 Comments on The bullying of Sharon Brannigan

The bullying of Sharon Brannigan Sharon Brannigan, a suburban Township politician who made some improper comparisons while arguing about immigration policy has suddenly become the target of the protesters against anti-Muslim, anti-Arab racism. But in their protests, they have turned into bullies who yell, scream, and disrespect the image of what Arabs are all about. And…

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Carrigan attack against Jubeh is pure bullying

Posted on October 18, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Carrigan attack against Jubeh is pure bullying
Carrigan attack against Jubeh is pure bullying

Carrigan attack against Jubeh is pure bullying The vicious attack by Mike Carrigan, the president of the Illinois AFL-CIO, is a disgraceful example of bullying that demands that the union take some swift action. Carrigan should apologize. The political cheap shot is uncalled for, and it disgraces all of the proud union members who have…

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Brannigan reaches out to Arabs and Muslims

Posted on September 20, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Brannigan reaches out to Arabs and Muslims

Brannigan reaches out to Arabs and Muslims Palos Township Trustee Sharon Brannigan offended Arabs and Muslims with broad stroke comments about immigration that pointed a finger at their race and religion. But Brannigan apologized this week, reiterating apologies she issued twice before saying that she is not anti-Arab, anti-Muslim or anti-immigrant. I understand her concerns…

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A letter from a reader on the Brannigan controversy

Posted on August 13, 2017September 28, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on A letter from a reader on the Brannigan controversy

A letter from a reader on the Brannigan controversy A reader writes asking about the protests by Muslims in suburban Chicagoland against Republican Palos Township trustee Sharon Brannigan and comments she has made in the past criticizing Muslims. By Ray Hanania Sharon Brannigan has published views and opinions that have angered many Muslims in the…

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Marie Newman announces candidacy for 3rd Congressional District

Posted on June 28, 2017January 9, 2019 By Press ReleaseChicago No Comments on Marie Newman announces candidacy for 3rd Congressional District
Marie Newman announces candidacy for 3rd Congressional District

Marie Newman announces candidacy for 3rd Congressional District Move Forward With A Strong, Collaborative Voice Representing the 3rd District In today’s highly charged political climate, there is a critical need to push forward. This means creating a world that is accepting, efficient, and works for everyone. Sadly, overgrown bureaucracy has dominated politics, preventing us from…

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Kennedy accuses Illinois Dems of blocking candidacy

Posted on May 15, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Kennedy accuses Illinois Dems of blocking candidacy

Kennedy accuses Illinois Dems of blocking candidacy The race for governor seems to be focused on ousting incompetent Republican incumbent Bruce Rauner, but the real battle is between the two Democrats, Chris Kennedy and J.B. Pritzker to win party backing for the March 20, 2018 Democratic Primary By Ray Hanania It’s a war between a…

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Kennedy promises to bring diversity to Illinois government

Posted on March 23, 2017September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Kennedy promises to bring diversity to Illinois government
Kennedy promises to bring diversity to Illinois government

Kennedy promises to bring diversity to Illinois government Christopher Kennedy, the son of slain former New York Senator and Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, told an overcrowded gathering of American Arabs outside of Chicago that he would defend the rights of immigrants and fight to bring diversity back to Illinois government when elected governor of the…

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