Opinion: Who do they think they are?
Do our Representatives in Congress represent “the people” or the NRA? Ever since the 1999 Columbine Massacre in Littleton, Colorado, gun violence has escalated universally. Therefore, we should have Universal Background Checks on gun sales that are consistent with gun violence. “We the people” re-elected President Obama and sent him to Washington with a clear agenda [...]
Best of the Web: Sequester and You
Propublica has pulled together the best of graphic and interactive ways for you to see what the sequester will mean for you or areas and projects you care about. Check out what the sequester is, what budget terms you need to know, and what effects the cuts will have on various programs in Illinois and [...]
Economy: Fiscal Cliff Looming Over Illinois Lawmakers
The package of tax increases and spending cuts known as the ‘‘fiscal cliff’’ takes effect in January unless Congress passes a budget deal by then. The economy would be hit so hard that it would likely sink into recession in the first half of 2013, economists say. Illinois’ Democratic lawmakers are facing their own description [...]
Be Your Own Lobbyist with POPVOX and Be Heard in Congress
“There oughta be a law,” but how does a regular citizen or small community group tell their elected representatives about the law or issue? A novel approach that is quicker than letter writing or trying to use official websites is available now. POPVOX is the answer for individuals or groups with a gripe that want [...]
TrueStar Radio Special with Two Aldermanic Candidates, One Rapper
True Star Radio on Sundays at 7 pm on Power 92.3 FM or listen online at Power 92.3. This Sunday, your hosts Marcel, Mina, and Big Tone, have a call-in special about the Mid-term Elections and Voting. You can call in at 773-375-9248. This week, Che Rhymefest Smith and Brian Sleet will be on the [...]
Chicago City Council: End Deportation of UIC Student
In a 48-to-1 vote, Chicago City Council passed a resolution Nov. 18 supporting a halt to the deportation of UIC junior Rigoberto Padilla and other undocumented students. The resolution sponsored by Ald. George Cardenas (12th) called on Congress to pass the Dream Act of 2009, a bill introduced by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) that would [...]
How You Can Help Congress Write the Health Care Bill
July 17, 2009 – Whether you have and are wondering how much it will go up this year, are living without insurance, or are satisfied with your insurance, you have a vested interest in the specifics of any health care bill that Congress passes. Huffington Post is sponsoring a crowdsourcing project and wants you to [...]
