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Sandack Withdraws From Race For GOP Chairman, Cites Gay Marriage
The Downers Grove state representative's withdrawal leaves seven candidates for the party chairmanship. Read »
Durbin: More Clinton Testimony on Benghazi Would Be "Political"
On "Face the Nation," Sen. Dick Durbin says Republican attempts to connect former Secretary of Hillary Clinton to the deaths of four Americans in Libya are aimed at undermining her presidential campaign. Read »
The Next Chairman of the Illinois GOP?
State Rep. Ron Sandack, who wants to focus on fiscal issues, not social issues, has a big lead in a Sun-Times poll for Illinois GOP chairman. Read »
Republicans: Brady Resignation Offers Time for Reboot
Illinois Republicans said the resignation Tuesday of the head of the state party is a chance to regroup, rebuild the base and address mistakes that led to an Election Day shellacking. Read »
Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady Steps Down
Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady is stepping down. Brady announced his resignation Tuesday in a letter to the state party's central committee. Read »
Brady Ouster Fails, Support for Gay Marriage Continues
Illinois' GOP chairman emerged from another ouster attempt Saturday and said his party must be more welcoming of diversity and inclusive of people who disagree if it's going to grow and win future elections. Read »
Opinion: Chicago GOP Full of Clowns, Felons and Neo-Nazis
Jailbird Paul McKinley, apparent winner of the 2nd District Republican primary, is the latest embarrassment to the Chicago Republican Party. Read »
Quinn Plans to 'Modernize' Voter Registration
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn wants to modernize state election law by allowing would-be voters to skip visits to the courthouse or village hall by registering on their home computers. Read »
Walsh Talks Political Future During Final Town Hall
Defeated U.S. Rep. Joe Walsh is going to have a lot of time on his hands come January. But don't expect him to step out of the political spotlight just yet. Read »
Illinois GOP Focuses on 'Firing Mike Madigan'
Republicans seek to take over leadership role in Springfield. 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.
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A Tale of Two Schools
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Outbursts, Protests as School Board Closes Schools
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CTU President Reacts to Closure Vote
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Mayor on Political Consequences
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Rahm Pledges With Tornado Recovery If Needed
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Mayor Not Worried About Political Fallout from School Closures
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Quinn 'Open Minded' About Medical Marijuana Bill
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Parents of Sandy Hook Victims Join Quinn in Quest for Gun Control
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Quinn: Pension Reform Before Gaming Bill
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Perception Not Reality On Mag Mile Safety: McCarthy
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Demonstrators Arrested in Final School Closure Fight
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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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