Dear Alderman Lopez…
America is ablaze with pressing issues, from rising political tensions to social turmoil. Headlines scream about democracy at risk, with claims of reckless leadership…
The Changing Face of America…
The world feels like it’s shifting under our very feet, and America is undergoing transformations that are as rapid as they are unsettling. With…
Jerry Butler: The Soulful Voice of a Generation
Jerry Butler, the illustrious baritone once dubbed “The Ice Man,” is a distinguished figure in American music history. A transcendent voice in Soul and…
Juliana Stratton – Illinois First Black Lieutenant Governor
Juliana Stratton has served the State of Illinois as the 48th Lieutenant Governor since 2019. She previously served as a Democratic member of the…
Trump Pardons Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich
President Donald Trump recently gave former Governor Rod Blagojevich a full pardon. He was a popular governor. What did he do to go to…
Who is Donald Trump?
Donald Trump was elected the 47th President of the United States. He is a New Yorker, entrepreneur, and real estate developer. His paternal side…
The Tariff Effect
President Donald Trump issued tariffs and then delayed the execution as other countries responded. So what is a tariff? A tariff is a tax…
Q&A – with Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson
Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson represents Illinois’ First Congressional District. Born to civil rights leaders Rev. Jesse Jackson and Jacqueline Jackson, the fight for underrepresented…
What Does It Mean to Disband DEI?
What does it mean that President Donald Trump disbanded diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives? His aim is to eliminate “racial/gender preference” and to focus…
Donald Trump Sworn in as 47th President of the United States
Donald J. Trump has officially taken office as the 47th President of the United States, following an intense and controversial campaign that captivated and…
The Fires of Los Angeles
As America enters a new political regime, the fires in Los Angeles prompt us to reflect more deeply beyond politics. These fires are an…
Northwestern University Commemorates the Life of MLK
The annual MLK Commemoration celebration at Northwestern University leans into Chicago’s history and ongoing efforts to reverse the harms of housing segregation. Two weeks…