Paul Kendrick: This Thanksgiving, Chicago must remember ‘we are each other’s harvest’
Abraham Lincoln officially recognized Thanksgiving during a time of national pain that mirrors modern-day life...
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William Doyle: What America can learn from Finland — one of the world’s most successful democracies
A Finnish American played an important role in the creation of America. How has Finland's...
Clarence Page: Border Patrol decamps from Chicago to create disorder elsewhere
Chicagoans can take a lot of pride in the help-your-neighbor spirit with which they stood...
Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz: How do we support young people’s desire to serve society?
Many capable youths chase high pay, influenced by peers, families and looming debt, instead of...
Lester L. Barclay: Transit funding was secured, but the CTA paid a price
Illinois' public transit bill marks the end of Chicago’s autonomy over its own system.
David Greising: Chicago government can’t afford to shut down. We need good-faith budget negotiations.
The Chicago budget fight is a classic political standoff, and the major players on both...
Ald. William Hall: City contractors should not be doing business with ICE
Chicago is under no obligation to do business with any company that helps out-of-control agencies...
Liam Stanton: Chicago government should choose planning over panic
Chicago's mayor quickly makes decisions with little time for public or council review. That is...
Willie Wilson: Illinois politicians party as Black communities fall further behind
Too many Black citizens remain plagued by economic despair, poor education opportunities and crime-ridden communities.
Jesse Wright: When it comes to tourism, it’s all about diversity
If Chicago wants to attract all tourists, it's got to offer something for everybody.