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Obama urges end to “poisonous political climate” in Illinois
February 18, 2016He came home to a place that launched his political career - the Illinois state capitol - and addressed lawmakers on creating a "better kind of politics."
Read moreAFL-CIO holding off on presidential endorsement
February 18, 2016However, major unions that are part of the federation have already endorsed Clinton while others have come out for Sanders.
Read moreMinority voters must focus on what, not who
February 18, 2016We've learned that a rising tide doesn't raise all boats. Some boats are buoyant yachts, others small row boats and some are stuck at the bottom.
Read moreChicago parents in 160 neighborhoods join teachers in demanding school resources
February 17, 2016In Chicago, the issue of getting the resources kids need is particularly urgent.
Read moreNew Civil War book examines the role of guerrilla conflict
February 17, 2016Until recently, the role of the Civil War guerrilla has been largely neglected.
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