Kenneth Seeskin: The problem with building a bridge between church and state
If America were to be a Christian nation, the first question we would have to...
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David McGrath: As a 23-year-old, I teared up over the national anthem. I’m still proud of our nation.
Once during the playing of "The Star-Spangled Banner," I envisioned all the life ahead of...
Daniel O. Ash: Here’s what we’re doing in Illinois to foster healing for the sake of democracy
Our democracy has always been imperfect, and it has always been in the process of...
Ald. Samantha Nugent: Let’s invest in Illinois’ cultural institutions that tell our story
By protecting and spotlighting Illinois cultural institutions, we help the world see Illinois while ensuring...
Bijan C. Bayne: Why we should celebrate Chicago’s many gifts to the country this July Fourth
Chicago spent most of the 20th century shaping modern America. Stress-testing it, wiring it together,...
Jon Banner: Chicago should have one base wage for all restaurant workers, not a two-tier system
A clear base wage for all restaurant workers, with tips on top, would make pay...
Willie Wilson: 250 years later, we must recommit to the ideals in the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration was written by imperfect men. However, the message of freedom has endured and...
Sheldon H. Jacobson: World Cup in July is March Madness on the soccer field
Lessons learned from March Madness can be used to guide spectators through the World Cup...
Steve Chapman: On its 250th birthday, the promise of America has darkened
The contrast between Gerald Ford's bicentennial comments and Donald Trump's sentiments for the 250th anniversary...
Laura Washington: Should Chicago mayoral candidates be allowed to run for two offices at the same time?
Some Illinois politicians are so enamored with getting elected that they accept their party’s nominations...