Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Obama Endorses Three Democratic Hopefuls
Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford less than impressed by the move, but candidates embrace president's endorsement. Read »
Wanda Jean Rohl
Wanda Jean Rohl is the Democratic Party Candidate for the 16th Congressional District Read »
Adam Kinzinger, Rising Republican Superhero
A profile in The Weekly Standard portrays the young Republican as a man of action. Read »
Adam Kinzinger Pulls Ahead of Don Manzullo
In 2010, Republican Adam Kinzinger knocked off incumbent Deborah Halvorson in the 11th congressional district. In 2012, he had to take on another incumbent in Republican Don Manzullo -- this time in the primary.... Read »
Adam Kinzinger
Adam Kinzinger is running for the Republican Party Candidate for the 16th Congressional District. Read »
Don Manzullo
Don Manzullo is running for the Republican Party Candidate for the 16th Congressional District. Read »
Winners and Losers of 2011
The biggest political winners and losers (besides Rod Blagojevich) of 2011. Read »
Politicos React, Skewer Blago
"The former Governor will now have plenty of time to consider his performance over these years and quietly assess the consequences of his actions," said Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka. Read »
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Barack Obama
He's in the fight for his political life. Should he lose the 2012 election for the presidency, he'll likely move back to Chicago's Kenwood Neighborhood and instantly become Chicago's biggest celebrity.
Jesse Jackson Jr.
After spending much of the past year and a half out of the public eye Triple J is making a comeback!
Rod Blagojevich
Rascally alchemist transmutes disgrace into fame. Celeb Apprentice buffoon, jail time looms.
Joe Walsh
Tea Party conservative who likes to say no, will have to talk more about his personal life if he wants a second term.
Videos
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CTU's Lewis on Re-Election
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Preckwinkle Takes Issue With School Closures
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McCormick Place Wouldn't Automatically Get Chicago Casino: Rahm
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Mayor Seeks to Protect Chicago Interests in State Gun Law
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Rahm Unconcerned About Low Poll Numbers
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Downtown Robberies Come as Summer Tourism Season Starts
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Supporters Laud Plans For Navy Pier, McComick Place Upgrades
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Rahm: People Feel Safe On Michigan Ave.
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Rahm To New Cops: "You Do Not Bear Burden Alone Of Reducing Crime"
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Aldermen: Mayor's Parking Deal Doesn't Add Up
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CTU Files Lawsuits to Stop School Closings
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Rahm Touts "Night Out in the Parks" Initiative
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CTU No Fan of Firefighters on Safe Passage
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Valerie Jarrett Discusses Life In The White House
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IG Report Questions Locations of Chicago Red-Light Cameras
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Alderman Looking at Bonds to Buy Back Parking Meters
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Firefighters Ordered to Provide Safe Passage for Schoolkids
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Protesters Confront Mayor About School Closures
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What's Next for Illinois GOP?
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McCarthy Responds to Grant Application
Authors
Phil Rogers
Emmy Award-winning reporter with trenchant insight into Chicago's political machinations.
Mary Ann Ahern
WMAQ's Political Reporter since 2006, not afraid of a challenge. Read full bio .
Edward McClelland
Author whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Salon and Slate. Reach him on Twitter using @tedmcclelland.
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