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DemJones on Aug 23, 2022 8:01 AM
Progressives must NOT sit out this year's midterm elections! This election is far too important, both for the party and the country. Make sure to get involved these next two months - volunteer at a phone bank, write post cards supporting… See Comments
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President Musk

President Musk

December 20, 2024
As the cabinet for Donald Trump’s second term shapes up, the letter “B” keeps popping up. “B” as in “billionaire.” At this writing, no fewer than 13… Read More
Obey

Obey

December 18, 2024
Obeying in Advance It began with two morning cable hosts vociferously opposed to a second term of Donald Trump. For months, they (rightly) called out Trump’s sheer unfitness, his autocratic… Read More
The Junk Drawer

The Junk Drawer

December 18, 2024
If anyone thought that Donald Trump would somehow become more serious and sober minded in his second term, well…I have some sweet oceanfront property in Phoenix to sell you. The first… Read More
They Failed Us

They Failed Us

December 18, 2024
Now that the twice-impeached convicted felon who incited an insurrection and stole classified intel has been given the Golden Ticket to do it all again, we need to talk. Democrats are scratching… Read More
Yes, It Matters

Yes, It Matters

November 3, 2024
We’ve heard it before, from cynical friends, family, and co-workers: “Why bother to vote? It doesn’t matter.” And in recent years, it can feel like that’s the case. The… Read More
Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

November 3, 2024
An old friend of mine just told me of the issues driving voters in this presidential election. And by “voters,” he means, the dudes in his golf foursome. Steve is a smart guy. He keeps… Read More
The Bullies among Us

The Bullies among Us

October 11, 2024
Ever since Donald Trump came down the escalator in 2015, he’s attracted bullies. At his rallies, he encouraged audience members to rough up protestors. He told cops to “not be too… Read More
The Stench on the Bench

The Stench on the Bench

October 11, 2024
The last few years have been like being on a rollercoaster that’s careening on a 240-year-old track held together by duct tape and Krazy Glue. We’ve told ourselves that the relentless… Read More
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Gov. Pritzker Announces New $820M Sustainable Aviation Fuel Investment in Southwest Illinois

From: Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker
December 19, 2024
Avina Clean Hydrogen selects Illinois for new multi-million dollar investment, creates 150 new full-time jobs CHICAGO - ?Governor JB Pritzker, Avina Clean Hydrogen, and the Illinois Department of… Read More

Pritzker Administration Announces New Medicaid Coverage for Certified Doula and Lactation Consultant Services

From: Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker
December 19, 2024
New coverage intended to improve maternal and infant health outcomes across Illinois New perinatal doula and lactation consultant services are now available to pregnant and postpartum individuals… Read More

Let's Cut To The Chase: Democratic Successes Make Illinois GOP Mad

December 19, 2024
DPI fact checks Illinois GOP’s story-telling. Chicago, IL -As Illinois Republicans continue to mislead the public about the work of Illinois Democrats, let’s set the record… Read More

Illinois GOP: Champions of Working Families or Just Playing Pretend?

December 19, 2024
Republicans are never beating the crony allegations Chicago, IL - After Donald Trump and Elon Musk ordered congressional Republicans to shut down the federal government, the Democratic Party of… Read More

Illinois Minimum Wage Increasing on January 1

From: Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker
December 17, 2024
Most hourly workers will see an increase of $1 an hour on their paystubs SPRINGFIELD - The minimum wage in Illinois is increasing on January 1st, 2025. Workers will see an increase of $1 per… Read More
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