Category Archives: Bradley Stephens
Illinois Under Pritzker
Letβs discuss good ole J.B. Pritzker. He likes to see himself in the spotlight, so letβs up the wattage on that and take a look at whatβs there. Pritzker is a $π.π ππ’π₯π₯π’π¨π§ Hyatt hotel heir who wants you to … Continue reading →
Illinois Legislators Considering Major Taxes and New Restrictions on Gun Ownership
Another new tax for firearms owners. Illinois Democrats have introduced a new law that would require you to buy government-approved insurance just to apply for, or renew, a FOID Card. HB43 creates a JB Pritzker appointed task force to study … Continue reading →
Illinois Considering a βFree Cashβ Handout Program Statewide
Illinois Democrats are pushing for a βFree cashβ handout program statewide –βguaranteed incomeβ. Money would be provided to families and individuals without any work requirements whatsoever. [Q: Should Illinois provide free money, without the requirement to work? ] Advocates in … Continue reading →
We must become Odysseus and reclaim our home.
A powerful scene in the Odyssey happens when Odysseus finally returns to Ithaca after twenty years of war and wandering. You would expect the story to end with celebration, with the hero coming home, the family reunited, and order restored. … Continue reading →
Legislation for Devices to Limit Speed Proposed in Illinois
New law: Speed limiting devices may soon be required in vehicles in Illinois. [Q: Should Illinois be able to require speed limits in vehicle ?] A new proposal in Springfield would require certain Illinois drivers to install speed-limiting technology in … Continue reading →
$10,000 Fines For ICE Agents in Illinois
ICE agents could face $10,000 fines under a Democrat law approved in Springfield on Thursday. [Q: Is this new law good or bad for Illinois?] Illinois State Senator Craig Wilcox in his newsletter said: “House Bill 1312, legislation that further … Continue reading →
Chicago Rides Free and You Get To Pay For It !!!
RTA and CTA customers will not see a fare increase because you are now paying for Chicago Mass Transit. Fare increases have been cancelled. The new Democrat Illinois transit bill that includes a 45 cent toll increase for non-transit riders … Continue reading →
UPDATE ON BILLS THAT WERE PASSED By the Illinois General Assembly 10/31/2025
UPDATE ON BILLS THAT PASSED 10/31/2025Illinois Sets a New Low for Transparency – While you were sleeping, with no public vetting of the bill and at around 4 am, $1.5 billion in tax dollars was directed to bailout bankrupt transit, … Continue reading →
π¨ More Bad News for Illinois Taxpayers π¨
π¨ More Bad News for Illinois Taxpayers π¨ Illinois Democrats have unveiled a new βWish Listβ of 13 tax and fee hikes to raise $1.5 BILLION to fund Chicagoβs mass transit system β most of which would be paid by … Continue reading →
Chicago Mayorβs Bloated Security Detail
As we near budget season in Chicago, residents should know that Mayor Johnsonβs security detail reportedly may have as many as 150 officers. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnsonβs security now includes 150 Chicago Police Department Officers With overtime Brandon Johnsonβs security … Continue reading →