Ashley Ramos, a candidate for the 2nd Congressional District, has spotlighted the perceived lack of transparency and deliberation in the legislative process within the U.S. Capitol. Drawing from a fervent speech by U.S. Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), Ramos expressed her alignment with concerns about the present state of legislative decision-making.
Chicago’s 15th Ward Alderman, Ray Lopez, has declared his candidacy for the 4th Congressional District, citing the escalating situation at the southern border as a national security issue.
Illinois, Dec 21 2023 - Illinois is facing a decline in population, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The state is among the eight states that have experienced a decrease in population in 2023. This alarming trend calls for a reevaluation of fiscal priorities to ensure the state's growth and prosperity. "We have all the resources it takes to grow our state if we implement good public policy to utilize them," said an unnamed expert. It is evident that Illinois has the potential for economic growth and development. However, the current fiscal policies need to be...