Chuy Garcia’s first term in Congress earns progressive accolades, honorary Squad membership
Tag: U.S. Congress
Posted inNews & Politics
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.
Posted inColumns & Opinion
Our ignorance of our enemies might not be bliss, but it’s close enough
Akbar Ahmed’s new book exposes a subtlety and complexity that ought to matter more.
Posted inColumns & Opinion
The press has been as hard on Obama’s stance on Syria as the public
The press has been as hard on Obama’s stance on Syria as the public.
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GOP leader wants to replace Obama—but who can do it?
Reince Priebus, RNC chair, speaks at University of Chicago.
Posted inArts & Culture
Shrewd Politics for Good Policy
A review of The Waxman Report: How Congress Really Works, by Henry Waxman with Joshua Green
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Congressman Nice Guy
In a final phone call to constituents, congressman Rahm Emanuel shows the softer, gentler side of his personality.