Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Why a GOP Plan to Rig the Electoral College Won't Work
Republicans in states won by Obama want to start allocating electoral votes by congressional district. Even that scheme wouldn't have saved Mitt Romney. Read »
The Party of Lincoln -- Again
The Illinois Republican Party gave us the greatest political model in American history. They should follow his example back to power and relevance. Read »
The Rahmney Vote
Want to know where Mitt Romney did well in Chicago? Look at where Mayor Rahm Emanuel did well in 2011. Turns out there was a significant overlap in their support. Call it the Rahmney vote -- well-to-do... Read »
Opinion: In Some Utah Precincts, Obama Received No Votes
Sixteen Utah counties gave Romney a bigger margin of victory than Obama received in Chicago. He's as popular among Mormons there as Obama is among blacks here. Go figure. Read »
Why Obama Called Clinton on Election Night
Obama 2012 Chief Campaign Strategist David Axelrod gives glimpse into how President Obama spent Election Night. Read »
Overheard at Illinois Polls on Election Day
A selection of voter reactions as Illinoisans went to the polls Tuesday: "The president had his chance, and he screwed it up. It is time to get a Republican back and fix this country." — Barb Lynn, 38, of... Read »
How Romney, Obama Plan To Spend Election Day
Election Day plans are shaping up for former Gov. Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama. Romney planned to end his campaigning Monday with a rally in Manchester, N.H., but added two more stops late in the day... Read »
Election Chairman Apologizes for 'Bumpy Start'
Despite issues, Chicago voter turnout expected to be roughly the same as it was in 2008, at 73.8 percent. Read »
As It Happened: Election Night in Chicago
Election Day in Chicago was a rollercoaster for both voters and candidates. Relive every blow-by-blow from the Windy City. Read »
Obama Doubles Romney in Online Ad Spending
Online advertising for the 2012 presidential race increased a whopping 251 percent from four years ago, according to Federal Election Commission data provided through mid-October. 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
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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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