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Chicago was right to reject the 2026 World Cup
But the city's governance structure means Chicagoans are always one bad mayor away from a disastrous deal.
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Chicago’s ballot access rules hurt democracy and help fraudsters. Here’s how to fix them.
Since 1983, there have been more than 2,100 legal challenges to kick candidates off the ballot in Chicago’s municipal elections.
Jun 7
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Chicago can look to D.C. for ‘teen takeover’ reforms
In Washington D.C., the mayor and city council found a way to manage teen takeovers. Chicago should pay attention.
May 31
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Chicago teachers reject union’s $8.5M dues hike in historic vote
It's clear Chicago educators no longer trust Chicago Teachers Union leadership with more money for political spending.
May 24
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The backslide of Chicago-style socialism
A once-ascendant political movement is wilting.
May 17
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Chicago Teachers Union wants $8.5 million dues hike to fund politics
Chicago teachers face a pay cut of up to $800 per year to fund CTU-backed political races.
May 10
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How Chicago gerrymanders local maps
From 'the lobster' to 'the pool noodle,' there’s no excuse for Chicago City Council’s tortured ward boundaries.
Apr 26
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Brandon Johnson wants a ‘millionaires’ tax. Should Springfield pass one?
My debate on whether state lawmakers should seek to change the Illinois Constitution’s flat tax protection.
Apr 19
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May Day: Chicago could be home to nation's only major school shutdown May 1
The Chicago Teachers Union and Mayor Brandon Johnson are pushing to close Chicago Public Schools on May 1 for a "Day of Civic Action." No other big city…
Apr 12
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