Politics

Progressive groups launch ad campaign vs Republican Social Security, Medicare cut plans

January 31, 2023 By Mark Gruenberg

Coalition campaigns against cuts to Social Security and Medicare that underline right wing Republican plans.

Chicago Teachers Union adds paid family leave to mayoral race conflicts

January 30, 2023 By Mark Gruenberg

Paid family leave is now added to the list of conflicts various groups have with incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot.

Losing a few billion doesn’t matter when you’re part of the capitalist elite

January 30, 2023 By Sam Pizzigati

Last year, the world’s wealthiest lost billions and didn’t suffer one bit. They wouldn’t suffer if they had to pay their fair share of taxes either.

90 years after big business installed Hitler, U.S. capitalists are cutting similar deals

January 30, 2023 By Paul Scholl

America’s most extreme corporate elements are bankrolling the House Freedom Caucus and buying fascist influence.

Chicago voters will choose district council to improve public safety and police accountability

January 26, 2023 By Stephania Rodriguez

“We believe that it’s necessary for the community to have not just a voice, but a decisive voice in what happens in their communities around policing and public safety.”