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Wednesday, Aug 29, 2012 at 7:16 PM
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By Carol Marin
      

Illinois GOP Focuses on 'Firing Mike Madigan'

Republicans seek to take over leadership role in Springfield. Read »

Wednesday, Aug 29, 2012 at 2:10 PM
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By Edward McClelland

Illinois Among Least Republican States

Illinois Among Least Republican States

Only 35.8 percent of voters identify with the GOP, according to Gallup. Read »

Tuesday, Aug 28, 2012 at 1:00 PM
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By Mary Ann Ahern & Carol Marin
      

Kirk Sends Video Greeting to RNC

Though Sen. Mark Kirk wasn't able to attend the Republican National Convention this year as he recovers from a stroke, he sent along his hellos Tuesday in a video greeting. "I really wish I could be there... Read »

Sunday, Aug 26, 2012 at 5:04 PM
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By Alexandra Clark

Behind the Scenes at the 2012 RNC

Our Ward Room reporters Carol Marin, Mary Ann Ahern and Don Moseley share... See Full Gallery »

Tuesday, Jul 10, 2012 at 1:17 PM
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By Edward McClelland

Adam Kinzinger, Rising Republican Superhero

Adam Kinzinger, Rising Republican Superhero

A profile in The Weekly Standard portrays the young Republican as a man of action. Read »

Monday, Jun 18, 2012 at 4:49 PM
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By Edward McClelland

Opinion: The Most Republican Wards in Chicago

Opinion: The Most Republican Wards in Chicago

Yes, Chicago Republicans do exist. Here's where to find them. Read »

Saturday, Mar 17, 2012 at 10:22 AM
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By Edward McClelland

Handicapping The Republican Primary

Handicapping The Republican Primary

Political experts and odds makers predict next week's GOP presidential primary. Read »

Sunday, Mar 11, 2012 at 11:36 PM
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By Shawna Hendrix

John "Jack" Cunningham

John

John "Jack" Cunningham is running for the Republican Party Candidate for the 11th Congressional District. Read »

Friday, Sep 28, 2012 at 2:55 PM
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By Shawna Hendrix

Judy Biggert

Judy Biggert

Judy Biggert is running for the re-election as the Republican Party Candidate for the 11th Congressional District. Read »

Sunday, Mar 11, 2012 at 11:13 PM
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By Shawna Hendrix

Rodger Cook

Rodger Cook

Rodger Cook is running for the Republican Party Candidate for the 12th Congressional District. Read »

About Ward Room
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Who We're Covering
Barack Obama

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.

Rahm Emanuel

Rahm Emanuel

Foul mouthed, iron-fisted and arrogant. Say hello to Mayor Emanuel.

Jesse Jackson Jr.

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

Rod Blagojevich

Rascally alchemist transmutes disgrace into fame. Celeb Apprentice buffoon, jail time looms.

Joe Walsh

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.

Pat Quinn

Pat Quinn

Accidental gov no longer.

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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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