Category Archives: Union
Political Thought For 2018
“The only way we will see a change for the better of this country is if both political sides are able to focus on the core values.” Thus far with social media platforms abounding, the political sides are promoting “sound … Continue reading
Was 13 an Unlucky Number for Congressman Luis V. Guitierrez ?
Congressman Gutierrez has always been a contradiction in motion. He has preached clean liberalism, yet he has been a captive of big interests. In Congress he represents a District of Hispanic American citizens, yet is more anti-Yankee than … Continue reading
Ald. Ameya Pawar Throws First Official Hat in Democratic Ring for Illinois Governor
For a sitting, massively rich Republican governor who just added $50 million in personal cash to his re-election campaign, a sitting Chicago alderman with a measly $50,000 probably doesn’t seem much of a threat.And perhaps pro-business, union-critic Governor Bruce Rauner … Continue reading
Is Illinois Going to Have A Budget Soon ?
A plan to end a two-year Illinois budget standoff negotiated in the Senate — which likely includes an income tax increase as well as items on Gov. Bruce Rauner’s agenda — could get a vote in Springfield as early as … Continue reading
Illinois Residents Movin’ On
United Van Lines reports that Illinois is Number 2 is the ratio of people moving out versus those moving in. 63% of the loads are leaving Illinois. I wonder where weather would be categorized. Interesting that young people are moving … Continue reading
Another #Madigoon Bites The Dust
For the second time in a week, Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan has parted ways with a top lieutenant in his Democratic political organization, this time citing “inappropriate behavior by a volunteer toward a candidate and staff” during a 2016 … Continue reading →