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  • Father and two daughters Jeffery M Leving
    Father’s Fight to Protect his Abused and Badly Beaten Daughters Dads' Rights
  • Illinois Senator Michael Hastings addressing the Orland Township Democratic Organization Wednesday Oct. 12, 2022
    Hastings announces $75,000 grant for Olympia Fields Bicentennial Park renovations Illinois Legislature
  • Alleged Member of Chicago Street Gang Charged With Soliciting the Murder of Senior Law Enforcement Official Involved in “Operation Midway Blitz” Crime
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    The Energy Omnibus Bill will increase rates over the rest of this decade as Illinois families and businesses toil under higher utility costs Business
  • Thaddeus Kosciuszko, Polish hero of the American Revolution. After arriving in America in 1776, Kosciuszko joined the Continental Army. As a skilled engineer, he made significant contributions to the war by designing fortifications for several strategic places such as Philadelphia, West Point, and Saratoga. Kosciuszko later returned to Poland to lead his native military in a 1794 uprising. In Detroit, Courtesy of WIkipedia
    Cook County Treasurer Pappas showcases Polish photographer’s first-ever American exhibit and honors Polish American Heritage Month in Chicago Cook County
  • On Saturday, October 4th, Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar hosted the Fifth Annual 16th District Dia de los Muertos Resource Fair at his district office. Partnering with Commissioner Aguilar were the Village of Lyons, Lyons School District 103, Teamsters Local 777, and Rincon Family Services.
    Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Fifth Annual Dia de los Muertos Family Resource Fair  Cook County
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    Hastings: $123 million in IDOT projects will improve South Suburban roads through collaboration with local leaders construction
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    Leving Team Prevented a Father’s Wrongful Separation from His Child Dads' Rights
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Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn re-elected leadership position at MWRD

Posted on January 15, 2025January 15, 2025 By Press ReleaseChicago No Comments on Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn re-elected leadership position at MWRD
Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn re-elected leadership position at MWRD

Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn re-elected leadership position at MWRD MWRD Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn, President Kari K. Steele and Chairman of Finance Marcelino Garcia were elected by their peers on the Board of Commissioners to serve as officers. On January 9th the Board of Commissioners for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater…

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Hastings thanks the community for their support

Posted on January 15, 2025January 15, 2025 By Press ReleaseChicago No Comments on Hastings thanks the community for their support
Hastings thanks the community for their support

Hastings thanks the community for their support State Senator Michael Hastings released a statement expressing his gratitude to voters for returning him to the legislature. “Life has a way of testing our resolve, but in those moments, we discover our greatest strength. Faith keeps us moving forward, family keeps us grounded, and friends like you…

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Senator Bernie Sanders to seek re-election to U.S. Senate

Posted on May 6, 2024May 6, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Bernie Sanders to seek re-election to U.S. Senate
Senator Bernie Sanders to seek re-election to U.S. Senate

Senator Bernie Sanders to seek re-election to U.S. Senate Senator Bernie Sanders announced Monday May 6, 2024  in Vermont that he will seek a fourth term to the U.S. Senate. His time in the Senate, along with his previous 16 years in the House of Representatives, makes him the longest-serving independent Member of Congress in…

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The more they pick on Trump, the more his chances of winning improve

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The more they pick on Trump, the more his chances of winning improve
The more they pick on Trump, the more his chances of winning improve

The more they pick on Trump, the more his chances of winning improve By Ray Hanania Nothing distracts people from the failings of a politician more than when the news media exaggerates its hate against that politician. That’s the case with Donald Trump, who was a mediocre president who couldn’t stop himself from engaging in…

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Six more labor unions endorse Congresswoman Marie Newman for re-election

Posted on January 18, 2022January 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Six more labor unions endorse Congresswoman Marie Newman for re-election
Six more labor unions endorse Congresswoman Marie Newman for re-election

Six more labor unions endorse Congresswoman Marie Newman for re-election Congresswoman Marie Newman announced that she had received endorsements from The Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen, Sprinkler Fitters Local 281 UA, Riggers, Machinery Movers & Machinery Erectors Local 136, Transport Workers Union Local 512, the National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 4016, and the International Association…

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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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Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District

Posted on October 29, 2021October 29, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District
Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District

Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District Illinois Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Friday Oct. 29, 2021 that she intends to run for re-election to Congress in the newly drawn 6th District, where her current constituents make up more than 40% of the population, representing a plurality of voters. “As someone…

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McLaughlin blasts Pekau for using board meetings to promote his political campaign

Posted on January 21, 2021January 21, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on McLaughlin blasts Pekau for using board meetings to promote his political campaign
McLaughlin blasts Pekau for using board meetings to promote his political campaign

McLaughlin blasts Pekau for using board meetings to promote his political campaign Former Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin accused Mayor Keith Pekau of using taxpayer-funded village board meetings and staff to unleash a series of vicious political accusations. McLaughlin said the Village board should be used to champion the rights of taxpayers not to fund…

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The rancor of anti-Trump impeachment mob justice

Posted on November 24, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on The rancor of anti-Trump impeachment mob justice

The rancor of anti-Trump impeachment mob justice The news media and the Left and doing everything possible to undermine President Trump, but their efforts will only help him get re-elected. Rather than using logic and reason, and allowing a full analysis of Trump’s actions, the media and Left are using hate to attack him and…

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Lipinski wins again

Posted on November 6, 2018November 7, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Lipinski wins again

Lipinski wins again Longtime Congressman pleads for return to civility  By Steve Metsch U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-3rd), who easily rolled to victory Tuesday past a white supremacist Republican and three write-in longshots, made a plea during his victory speech for a return to civility in our country. “We need to change the way people…

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Term limits undermine the rights of voters to choose

Posted on July 13, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Term limits undermine the rights of voters to choose
Term limits undermine the rights of voters to choose

Term limits undermine the rights of voters to choose The push to impose term limits isn’t being done by the voters or the public. It’s being led by political candidates who just can’t seem to take control of government because they lack the support of the majority of voters. Term limits are wrong because it…

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Congressman Bost launches woman’s coalition at rally

Posted on April 23, 2018April 23, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congressman Bost launches woman’s coalition at rally
Congressman Bost launches woman’s coalition at rally

12th District Congressman Mike Bost To Launch Women’s Coalition Murphysboro, IL – U.S. Rep. Mike Bost will join supporters in Belleville today for a campaign rally marking the launch of his campaign’s women for Bost coalition. Credentialed media is invited to attend. “As we prepare to launch our women’s coalition, I look forward to standing with…

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