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DuPage County Board member Lynn LaPlante endorses Ruzevich for Illinois 6th Congress District in March 17, 2026 Democratic Primary

Posted on December 5, 2025December 5, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on DuPage County Board member Lynn LaPlante endorses Ruzevich for Illinois 6th Congress District in March 17, 2026 Democratic Primary
DuPage County Board member Lynn LaPlante endorses Ruzevich for Illinois 6th Congress District in March 17, 2026 Democratic Primary

DuPage County Board member Lynn LaPlante endorses Ruzevich for Illinois 6th Congress District in March 17, 2026 Democratic Primary Elected official Lynn LaPlante, Dupage County Board Member, announced her endorsement for Joseph “Joey” Ruzevich for the Illinois 6th congressional district.   Lynn believes “Joey is a part of the new generation of leadership ready and…

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Congressional District 6 Challenger Niki Conforti, denounces Sean Casten for helping to drive prices higher

Posted on August 19, 2024August 19, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congressional District 6 Challenger Niki Conforti, denounces Sean Casten for helping to drive prices higher
Congressional District 6 Challenger Niki Conforti, denounces Sean Casten for helping to drive prices higher

Congressional District 6 challenger Niki Conforti, denounces Sean Casten for helping to drive prices higher Last week’s inflation report brought more bad news for all Americans, 6th District Candidate for Congress Niki Conforti said Monday, August 19, 2024.  Prices continued to increase in July and went up again, close to 3% over a year ago….

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“Migrant crisis” is political spin that disguises “homeless”

Posted on December 27, 2023December 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on “Migrant crisis” is political spin that disguises “homeless”
“Migrant crisis” is political spin that disguises “homeless”

“Migrant crisis” is political spin that disguises “homeless” America’s immigration system is not only messed up, but the language we use to discuss it is also inaccurate and misleading. The word “migrant” is a political term that really means “homeless,” and homeless people should never be dropped off on a street corner, especially in the…

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Orland Township Democratic Organization to honor Former Secretary of State Jesse White on Feb. 23

Posted on February 2, 2023February 8, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Township Democratic Organization to honor Former Secretary of State Jesse White on Feb. 23
Orland Township Democratic Organization to honor Former Secretary of State Jesse White on Feb. 23

Orland Township Democratic Organization to honor Former Secretary of State Jesse White on Feb. 23
Tickets and Ads available for the February 23rd event at Papa Joe’s Restaurant in Orland Park by visiting the Orland Township Democratic Organization website.

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Rep. Sean Casten Declares Victory in Illinois 6th District

Posted on November 8, 2022April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rep. Sean Casten Declares Victory in Illinois 6th District
Rep. Sean Casten Declares Victory in Illinois 6th District

Rep. Sean Casten declares victory in Illinois 6th District Democrat Sean Casten defeated a challenge from extremist Republican Keith Pekau in Tuesday’s Midterm election. Although Republicans were sweeping elections around the country, taking control of the U.S. House from Democrats — and possibly taking control of the U.S. Senate, although that has yet to be…

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Good and bad choices in the November 8 General Election

Posted on November 2, 2022April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Good and bad choices in the November 8 General Election
Good and bad choices in the November 8 General Election

Good and bad choices in the November 8 General Election Here are some of the candidates running in the Illinois November 8, 2022 General Election that award-winning political election columnist Ray Hanania believes you should support and reject when you vote on November 8, 2022. By Ray Hanania Which issue is more important November 8,…

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Sean Casten launches new TV Ad slamming extremists in 6th District race

Posted on October 24, 2022October 24, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Sean Casten launches new TV Ad slamming extremists in 6th District race
Sean Casten launches new TV Ad slamming extremists in 6th District race

Sean Casten launches new TV Ad slamming extremists in 6th District race U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) released a new TV Ad Monday Oct. 24, 2022 that highlighting his opponent’s extreme anti-choice views, like his support of overturning Roe and letting states pass a ban on abortion with zero exceptions for rape or incest. The…

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Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum

Posted on October 20, 2022October 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum
Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum

Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum The Chicago Tribune on Thursday October 20, 2022 announced it has endorsed U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) in his re-election campaign for the 6th Congressional District. In the endorsement, the Tribune praised Rep. Casten’s “reasoned, pragmatic approach to governance.” The Tribune…

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Illinois to receive $2,250,129,111 for roads, bridges under Democrats’ Infrastructure Law

Posted on October 13, 2022October 13, 2022 By News Editor 1 Comment on Illinois to receive $2,250,129,111 for roads, bridges under Democrats’ Infrastructure Law
Illinois to receive $2,250,129,111 for roads, bridges under Democrats’ Infrastructure Law

Illinois to receive $2,250,129,111 for roads, bridges under Democrats’ Infrastructure Law On Oct. 13, 2022 U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) announced that Illinois will receive $2,250,129,111 from the historic Infrastructure Law to strengthen roads, bridges and tunnels across the state. “The Infrastructure Law is delivering historic investments to build safer, stronger, smarter roadways,” said Rep. Casten….

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Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death

Posted on October 7, 2022April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death
Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death

Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death The Casten family has released the following statement on Friday Oct. 7, 2022: “This past June (13, 2022), our daughter, Gwen Casten, died of a sudden cardiac arrythmia. In layman’s terms, she was fine, and then her heart stopped. “We don’t know what caused the…

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Casten votes to pass Public Safety package of laws in Congress

Posted on September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Casten votes to pass Public Safety package of laws in Congress
Casten votes to pass Public Safety package of laws in Congress

Casten votes to pass Public Safety package of laws in Congress Casten votes to pass a package of four Public Safety bills to provide Life-Saving Mental Health services, fund local Law Enforcement, protect victims, and break the cycle of  violence Congressman Sean Casten voted on Thursday Sept. 22, 2022 to pass four public safety bills…

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Sean Casten Releases several Digital campaign Ads on Reproductive Rights and healthcare

Posted on September 21, 2022April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Sean Casten Releases several Digital campaign Ads on Reproductive Rights and healthcare
Sean Casten Releases several Digital campaign Ads on Reproductive Rights and healthcare

Sean Casten Releases several Digital campaign Ads on Reproductive Rights and healthcare Congressman Sean Casten releases a series of Ads promoting his re-election bid in the new 6th Congressional District, affirming support for Women’s Rights and healthcare basics. Casten is also addressing the issue of flooding in the suburbs U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) released…

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Casten slams Pekau for bullying in Drag Queen Bingo controversy

Posted on September 12, 2022September 12, 2022 By News Editor No Comments on Casten slams Pekau for bullying in Drag Queen Bingo controversy
Casten slams Pekau for bullying in Drag Queen Bingo controversy

Casten slams Pekau for bullying in Drag Queen Bingo controversy The Downers Grove Library this week announced they would cancel a planned entertainment bingo night that was to include a “short drag queen” performance in the face of an onslaught of anonymous threats, bullying from rightwing politicians, and  fear mongering on social media. U.S. Congressman…

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Casten, Schneider led 50 BiPartisan members advocating for Fair Lead Service line replacement funding

Posted on August 22, 2022August 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Casten, Schneider led 50 BiPartisan members advocating for Fair Lead Service line replacement funding
Casten, Schneider led 50 BiPartisan members advocating for Fair Lead Service line replacement funding

Casten, Schneider led 50 BiPartisan members advocating for Fair Lead Service line replacement funding Last week, U.S. Representatives Sean Casten (D-IL) and Brad Schneider (D-IL) led 50 Democratic and Republican Representatives in sending a letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan urging the agency to allocate Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funding…

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Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation

Posted on August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation
Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation

Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) announced Thursday August 20, 2022 the endorsements of all 14 members of the Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation. “I’ve worked hand-in-hand with these dedicated public servants to deliver real results for families in Illinois, and especially here in the 6th District,” said Rep….

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Illinois AFL-CIO Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election

Posted on August 15, 2022August 15, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Illinois AFL-CIO Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election
Illinois AFL-CIO Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election

Illinois AFL-CIO Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) announced Monday August 15, 2022 that he has received the endorsement of the Illinois AFL-CIO, representing 1,500 local unions and nearly 900,000 workers across Illinois. “Since I ran for Congress in 2018, I have always stood with working families & organized labor. I’m…

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Congressman Casten brings home $14 million to help district on climate change, hunger, transportation and domestic abuse survivor

Posted on July 20, 2022July 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Congressman Casten brings home $14 million to help district on climate change, hunger, transportation and domestic abuse survivor
Congressman Casten brings home $14 million to help district on climate change, hunger, transportation and domestic abuse survivor

Congressman Casten brings home $14 million to help district on climate change, hunger, transportation and domestic abuse survivor 6th District Congressman Sean Casten secures over $14 million in local funding to combat climate crisis, address hunger, improve transportation, protect domestic abuse survivors. Being able to work with other officials and leaders shows how benefits can…

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Rep. Casten Votes to Protect Marriage Equality Amid Right-Wing Threats 

Posted on July 19, 2022July 19, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Rep. Casten Votes to Protect Marriage Equality Amid Right-Wing Threats 
Rep. Casten Votes to Protect Marriage Equality Amid Right-Wing Threats 

Rep. Casten Votes to Protect Marriage Equality Amid Right-Wing Threats  U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) voted Tuesday (July 19, 2022) to pass the Respect for Marriage Act, which he co-sponsored, to enshrine marriage equality into federal law by officially repealing the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), a defunct and discriminatory statute excluding same-sex couples from…

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