Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Opinion: Nobody Really Wants To Be Attorney General
In the last two decades, every lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, treasurer or comptroller has run for governor of Senate -- except Jesse White. Read »
Opinion: Illinois Has Most Governments -- As Always
Every five years, the U.S. Census Bureau conducts a Census of Governments. Illinois always finishes on top. Read »
Opinion: Conceal Carry? How About Mandatory Carry!
Satire Alert: As the recent massacres in Colorado and Wisconsin demonstrated, we're only safe if everyone carries a gun. Read »
Opinion: If We Split Illinois Into Two States ...
Angered by Gov. Pat Quinn's plan to close the super-max prison in Tamms, a Southern Illinois legislator says it's time to cut Chicago loose. What would happen if Downstaters got the divorce they want? Read »
Opinion: Don't Ban Unhealthy Food -- Tax It!
New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg wants to ban sodas over 16 ounces. We wouldn't do that in Illinois. We'd tax it. Read »
Opinion: Strip Club Bill Is A Sin Tax, Not A Crime Tax
Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon is claiming studies have found that strip clubs that serve alcohol are crime generators. Not everyone agrees. Read »
Opinion: The Meaning "Family" Values
The Gambino Family. The Manson Family. The Illinois Family Institute. What are these groups hiding with the word "family"? Read »
Opinion: The State Too Busy to Hate
Don't be outraged by North Carolina's rejection of gay marriage. See it as an opportunity to lure the Creative Class away from the South. Read »
Opinion: Illinois Would Not Vote To Ban Gay Marriage
We're not ready to allow gay marriage, as some states have, but neither would be pass a statewide referendum to prohibit it, as North Carolina did on Tuesday. Read »
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NBC Chicago's award winning politics blog takes a critical look at Illinois' top influence-peddlers, using a mix of news and commentary designed to keep this state's notoriously corruptible politicians honest and accountable.
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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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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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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
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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