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Tag: Derrick Smith
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In some ways, the 2014 primaries brought out the best in Illinois politics
Highlights of the 2014 primary elections
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Federal bribery cases are at the center of two west-side races
An ex-con and former alderman and an embattled state rep seek forgiveness as they aim to stay in politics.
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Representative Derrick Smith is not available to take your call
The so-far-fruitless quest to get in touch with the indicted legislator running for reelection.
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Best Former Paratrooper and Cubs Prospect Running a State Office
A wily Chicago politician with the clout that comes from controlling hundreds of public-sector jobs
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The Reader’s second annual awards for political “achievement”
The year in politics: the Reader‘s second annual awards for political “achievement”
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A development in sheep’s clothing
Wolf Point looks like the latest big real estate deal shepherded through City Hall
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White people love Derrick Smith!
The Eminem factor: Derrick Smith, the state rep who allegedly took a $7,000 bribe, did better among white voters in his election than President Obama did in his
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The Reader goes to Grant Park—four years too late
What Grant Park looks like on the night Barack Obama wins his big election, the second time
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Election picks that can’t miss, based on years of research and random guesswork
A rundown of likely winners and losers in the big 2012 election
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Lance Tyson’s on the phone—but no word from Derrick Smith
Lance Tyson—the man running against Derrick Smith—talks about the west side, his alliance with Barack Obama, and why Democrats should vote for him even though he’s not officially the Democratic candidate
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How the Democrats let Derrick Smith shoot them in the foot
How the Democrats let Derrick Smith shoot them in the foot
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Thoughts of an ex-Republican turned ex-Democrat
How Todd Akin could help an indicted state rep get his seat back