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Chicago Sun-Times Washington bureau chief Lynn Sweet joins Bob Sirott to talk about China’s retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. what will impact people more concerning the stock market and increasing prices. She also discusses what President Trump’s end goals are and if anything will impact his current plans.
Chicago Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet talks about the progressive push against longtime Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, the turbulent term of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and trending political stories.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Chicago Sun-Times Washington bureau chief Lynn Sweet joins Bob Sirott to share an update on the Trump administration Signal chat, discussing whether or not this is something that could blow over. She also explains how a situation like this should be handled and if President Trump should fire some of the people involved.
Chicago Sun-Times Washington bureau chief Lynn Sweet joins Bob Sirott to discuss how different politicians view President Trump in public versus private and how U.S. leaders could improve relations with Russia, a well as the European allies.
2 Days to Govt Shutdown. Elon has the Power. Johnson Out? Can Musk Last? Gaetz Scandal Report. New Hegseth Drama. Gabbard in Trouble. Indict Liz Cheney? ABC Caves to Trump. CEO's Bend the Knee. Drone Mania. With Sudeep Reddy, Senior Managing Editor at Politico, David Jackson, National Political Correspondent for USA Today and Lynn Sweet, Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist for The Chicago Sun Times.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman is joined by political experts Lynn Sweet, Tina Sfondeles, and Mitch Armentrout to dissect the surprising reelection of Donald Trump. The discussion delves into Trump's performance among various voter demographics, Kamala Harris' campaign challenges, and the broader ideological shifts at play. The panel also explores the potential impacts on Chicago politics, future political strategies for Democrats, and the implications for both domestic and foreign policies.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chicago Sun-Times Washington bureau chief Lynn Sweet joins Bob Sirott to talk about what surprised her about the exit polls and the issues that voters are concerned about. She also explains how some voters may have connected the current economy’s issues to Vice President Harris.
Hate Fest at the Garden. Harris at The Ellipse. Trump: Shoot Liz. Women's Secret Ballot. Which Issues Matter? Michelle Addresses Men. Who Will Win? With Philip Bump, Washington Post National Columnist and author of the How To Read This Chart newsletter, Lynn Sweet, Columnist and Washington Bureau Chief at the Chicago Sun-Times and David Jackson, National Political Correspondent for USA TODAY.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The Laborers' International Union of North America. More information at LIUNA.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rosemary podcasts live from New Orleans in this episode pulling members of JAWS, a 50-year-old feminist women's organization away from workshops at their annual Camp to talk about their current diverse assignments, from national politics, to mentoring young women journalists in reporting careers that make a difference, to writing about isolation, disinformation and other indignities of the Covid age. JAWS For nearly 40 years, the Journalism and Women's Symposium has advanced the professional empowerment and personal growth of women in journalism and also advocated for more inclusive coverage of diverse experiences and culture. Advance women in the field, is the belief, and you transform the world. At an annual “camp” and other events and projects JAWS is a powerful network of women who support each other through friendship, knowledge, tools and mentoring. Jodi Enda is the Washington bureau chief and senior correspondent for The Fuller Project, where she focuses on the effects of U.S. policies and politics on women and girls in America and around the world. She has covered government and politics at every level, from city hall to the statehouse to the White House and presidential campaigns. She has specialized in women's rights, challenges and emerging power, and lately that means the battle over abortion rights and the influence of female voters. Over her career she has been editor in chief of ThinkProgress; spearheaded CNN's 2016 election book, Unprecedented: The Election That Changed Everything; and covered the White House, Congress, presidential campaigns and national news for Knight Ridder newspapers. Her award-winning work has been published in numerous national outlets, including Vanity Fair, USA Today, CNN.com, NBCnews.com, American Journalism Review and the American Prospect. Rachel Jones holds the title of director of Journalism Initiatives for the National Press Foundation in DC. By her own description she is a writer, a feminist, and a global citizen. She is an educator and mentor as well. Over a 30- year career she has trained young journalists in the US and in Kenya. She has been especially concerned with doing and getting others to do in-depth work on global health issues. Lynn Sweet is the Washington Bureau chief of the Chicago Sun-Times. She's worked on that newspaper for more than 40 years but you've probably also seen her doing political analysis on CNN and elsewhere. She holds a master's degree from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism and is a former fellow at Harvard University's Institute of Politics. She is deeply sourced and richly informed. Washingtonian Magazine picked her as one of the capital's “50 Top Journalists.” Michele Weldon is and has been for more than 40 years a journalist, a professor at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism, a storyteller, editor and author. And that's not even counting the neighborhood newsletter she began writing at age 10. She's a prolific author whose 7th non-fiction book “The Time we Have: Essays on Pandemic Living” has just come out.
Chicago was the center of the political and media universe this week as it hosted the Democratic National Convention. Thousands of delegates rallied inside the convention, while thousands of protesters made their voices heard outside the United Center. Reset goes behind the headlines of those stories and much more with Lynn Sweet and Nader Issa from the Chicago Sun-Times and Mariah Woelfel from WBEZ. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.
After President Joe Biden announced the end of his reelection bid, he and other Democratic figures shared their support for Vice President Kamala Harris as the new nominee. We talk with Chicago Sun-Times Washington bureau chief Lynn Sweet about what's next. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.
Sun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman is joined by Washington Bureau chief Lynn Sweet, chief political reporter Tina Sfondeles, and reporter Mitch Armentrout to discuss their coverage of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The panel delves into the details of Donald Trump's lengthy and eventful acceptance speech, the audience's reaction, and the impact of the recent assassination attempt on Trump. They also explore the influence of J.D. Vance's addition to the ticket, the unity within the Republican Party, the contrasting disarray in the Democratic Party, and potential scenarios for the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
All about the debate and what might come next with an all-star panel of Lynn Sweet, columnist and Washington Bureau Chief at the Chicago Sun-Times, Philip Bump, Washington Post national columnist, author of the How To Read This Chart newsletter and Author of the great book, The Aftermath and Emily Goodin, U.S. political reporter for the DailyMail.comToday's Bill Press Pod is supported by The Laborers International Union of North America. More information at LIUNA.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Trump's Target Letter. Impact on GOP 2024. No Labels=Spoiler? GOP House "Hearings." With Jackie Alemany, Congressional investigations at the Washington Post, Contributor to NBC News and MSNBC, Lynn Sweet, columnist and Washington Bureau Chief for the Chicago Sun Times and Leah Askarinam, Contributing Analyst at the Cook Political Report. Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The Laborers' International Union of North America. More information at LIUNA.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Interview with Chicago Sun-Times' Lynn Sweet on DNC choosing Chicago to hold 2024 national convention (5), Treasury Secretary Yellen on global economic outlook, Secretary of State Blinken on WSJ reporter 'wrongfully detained' in Russia, Defense Secretary Austin on leaked U.S. intelligence documents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Throughout her life, Shirley Chisholm fought for coalitional change. She was the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress in 1968, the first Black woman to run for President of the United States in 1972, co-founder of both the Congressional Black Caucus and the National Women's Political Caucus, both in 1971, and co-founder of the National Congress of Black Women in 1984. Toward the end of her life, Chisholm told an interviewer: “I want history to remember me … as a Black woman who lived in the 20th century and who dared to be herself. I want to be remembered as a catalyst for change in America.” Joining me in this episode is Dr. Anastasia Curwood, Professor of History and Director of the Commonwealth Institute for Black Studies at the University of Kentucky, and author of Shirley Chisholm: Champion of Black Feminist Power Politics. Our theme song is Frogs Legs Rag, composed by James Scott and performed by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons. The episode image is Shirley Chisholm speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Miami Beach, Florida, on July 12, 1972. The photographer was Warren K. Leffler, and the photograph is in the public domain and available via the Library of Congress. The audio clip of Shirley Chisholm speaking is from her presidential campaign announcement on January 25, 1972, in Brooklyn; the audio is courtesy of the New York City Municipal Archive, via C-SPAN. The audio clip of Rep. Barbara Lee is from Two Broads Talking Politics, Episode 433: Barbara Lee, which originally aired on October 9, 2020; the episode was recorded, edited, and produced by Kelly Therese Pollock and is used with express permission. Additional Sources: “‘Unbought and Unbossed': When a Black Woman Ran for the White House,” by Jackson Landers, Smithsonian Magazine, April 25, 2016. “‘Unbought and Unbossed': How Shirley Chisholm Helped Paved the Path for Kamala Harris Nearly Five Decades Ago,” by Stuart Emmrich, Vogue, August 20, 2020. “Politicians reflect on Shirley Chisholm's legacy 50 years after her historic presidential run,” by Anna Lucente Sterling, NY1, February 17, 2022. “CHISHOLM, Shirley Anita,” House.gov. “What You May Not Know About TC Alum Shirley Chisholm,” Teacher's College, Columbia University, Published Wednesday, November 30, 2022. “Shirley Chisholm, 'Unbossed' Pioneer in Congress, Is Dead at 80,” by James Barron, The New York Times, January 3, 2005. “Congressional Black Caucus swears in its largest group in history,” by Cheyanne M. Daniels, The Hill, January 3, 2023. “Democratic women lawmakers who broke through in 2018 now step into leadership roles,” by Grace Panetta and Mel Leonor Barclay, The 19th, January 3, 2023. “Rep. Lauren Underwood elected to House Democratic leadership position,” by Lynn Sweet, Chicago SunTimes, December 1, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
*Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times explains why Illinois' bid to become an early primary state is likely to be rejected. *Mediaite's Colby Hall asks why Fox News is ignoring Trump's meeting with Nick Fuentes. *Derricke Dennis from ABC News warns us of the risk of heart attack during the winter months and has advice as to how to stay healthy. *Plus, Fox News Correspondent Mike Emanuel joins to discuss this week's biggest national stories, and Gus Noble from the Chicago Scots previews their 177th Annual Saint Andrew's Day Gala.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
*Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times explains why Illinois' bid to become an early primary state is likely to be rejected. *Mediaite's Colby Hall asks why Fox News is ignoring Trump's meeting with Nick Fuentes. *Derricke Dennis from ABC News warns us of the risk of heart attack during the winter months and has advice as to how to stay healthy. *Plus, Fox News Correspondent Mike Emanuel joins to discuss this week's biggest national stories, and Gus Noble from the Chicago Scots previews their 177th Annual Saint Andrew's Day Gala.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WGN-TV political analyst Paul Lisnek and Washington Bureau Chief for the Chicago Sun-Times Lynn Sweet join Bob Sirott to discuss takeaways from the Illinois election results and predictions for who could gain control of Senate. They also talk about possible Democratic and Republican presidential candidates.
Reset goes behind the biggest local headlines with Lynn Sweet, Washington Bureau Chief for the Chicago Sun-Times, Carrie Shepherd, lead producer of the podcast City Cast Chicago, and Alex Degman, statehouse reporter for WBEZ.
Pritzker and Bailey faced off on TV, just in time for early voting to begin; several children were among victims of gun violence over the weekend; and the Chicago Red Stars owner is out in the wake of a women's soccer abuse scandal. Oh, and Chicago is about to kick off a citywide karaoke contest. Reset goes behind the headlines on the Weekly News Recap with AXIOS's Monica Eng, Lynn Sweet of r the Chicago Sun-Times, and the BGA's David Greising.
A shooter opened fire on a July 4th parade route in suburban Chicago, killing seven people and injuring dozens more. What now? GUESTS: Sarah Karp, WBEZ reporter Lynn Sweet, Washington correspondent for the Chicago Sun-Times
A mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in a Chicago suburb Monday left at least six people dead and two dozen injured. Authorities have described a person of interest as a 22-year-old white male, with a manhunt now underway. Lynn Sweet, Washington bureau chief at the Chicago Sun-Times who was at the parade when the shots rang out, joins Amna Nawaz to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
A mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in a Chicago suburb Monday left at least six people dead and two dozen injured. Authorities have described a person of interest as a 22-year-old white male, with a manhunt now underway. Lynn Sweet, Washington bureau chief at the Chicago Sun-Times who was at the parade when the shots rang out, joins Amna Nawaz to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
A gunman attacked a community that is part of the most peaceful and affluent in the metro area outside of the city of Chicago itself leading to the likelihood this was a terror attack on a white mostly republican and Christian suburb (where and what else would be mostly successful in that shiot hiole of ChiRaq>) either to terrorize it or as part of the lefts continued brainwashing and hate campaign vs while america via groups like Antifa and ultra communist groups supported by the democrat party CCP controled wing. Six people are dead including five adults who were killed at the parade. The sixth victim died in the hospital. Their age is not yet known. An additional 24 people were treated in hospital, aged from eight to 85 Gunman described as being between 18 and 20 with long black hair, white, 'slight build' and wearing a t-shirt He used an automatic rifle that he abandoned before going on the run; police are now hunting him The shooter opened fire on crowds at the Highland Park July 4th Parade at 10.20am on Monday morning Confused residents couldn't tell if the gunshots were fireworks or firecrackers that were part of the festivities The shooter is believed to have opened fire from the roof of a store on the parade route Videos show them running for their lives once they realized a shooter had opened fire Chicago Sun Times reporter Lynn Sweet, in attendance, shared a photo of what she termed the 'bloodbath' Witnesses say lifeless bodies lay in pools of blood along the parade route Highland Park is one of the most affluent suburbs in Chicago's North Shore, and it is known for its low crime --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mike-k-cohen/support
Reset breaks down everything you need to know about the race for Illinois governor with WBEZ state politics reporter Dave McKinney, Chicago Sun-Times Washington bureau chief Lynn Sweet and David Greising, president and CEO of the Better Government Association. Plus, we check in with GOP strategist Chris Robling about what Republicans are prioritizing ahead of the midterm elections.
Reset digs into the conservative movement that successfully overturned Roe. Plus, we look at the Democratic strategy to protect abortion rights at the federal level and what the Supreme Court's ruling could mean for the midterm elections. GUESTS: Mary Ziegler, law professor at the University of California, Davis; author of Dollars for Life: The Anti-Abortion Movement and the Fall of the Republican Establishment Lynn Sweet, Chicago Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief
Gessen argues that news outlets should not amplify "ridiculous messages" from Russian authorities. Plus: Scott McLean reports from Estonia; Jessica Toonkel and Clare Duffy discuss what Elon Musk and Twitter might do next; and Lynn Sweet dissects why President Biden is granting so few interviews and why the RNC is opposing the Commission on Presidential Debates. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
Harold Washington died months into his second term as Chicago's first Black mayor but he left an impact people can still see in the city today. Reset hears about a new exhibit at the Harold Washington Library celebrating his contributions to Chicago. You can learn more about Harold Washington's time in politics and relevance today At the Table with Laura Washington & Lynn Sweet virtual event, April 21st. GUEST: Stacie Williams, Division Chief of Archives and Special Collections at the Chicago Public Library
Lynn Sweet, Washington Bureau Chief for the Chicago Sun-Times, joins Anna to talk about what Illinois can expect from the Biden administration’s $1 trillion infrastructure bill.
This short episode will catch you up with what is going on in the Illinois cannabis industry. The clips used in this show feature Tom Schuba from the Chicago Sun-Times. The clips are from a show called 'At The Virtual Table with Laura Washington and Lynn Sweet'. The show was live streamed on October 28th. You can view the show here: https://t.co/loDPHnDGpu?amp=1
Chicago Sun-Times columnist Lynn Sweet joins John to discuss the deal between the city and the Obama Foundation. Read it: https://chicago.suntimes.com/city-hall/2021/8/13/22623645/obama-presidential-foundatio-center-construction-kicks-off-jackson-park-land
Connected To Chicago (08/08/2021) - Nick Gale fills in for the vacationing Bill Cameron. Guest Steve Bernas, President and CEO of the Chicago Better Business Bureau highlights some of the latest scams and poor business practices that have increased in recent months. Roundtable panelists Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain's, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times discuss the possibility of Kirk Dillard running for Governor and the Obama Center project getting another green light to build. Lauren Cohn talks youth basketball with coach Marpray Monson about his organization, Hoopademix.
Connected To Chicago (05/23/2021) - Jim Durkin is a Republican member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing the 82nd District. Jim updates us on Illinois issues from Springfield including redistricting decisions that will not be based on census results. With a change in leadership with state Democrats, how are things shaping up in a "Post Mike Madigan" era. This week's round table segment we are joined by Greg Hinz, Lynn Sweet, Heather Cherone and Ray Long. Topics include: On her second anniversary, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot decides she will only grant interviews to non-white members of the media. Kim Gordon learns from Katie Dana, a researcher at the Illinois Natural History Survey that a summer overrun of cicadas will not be happening in the Chicago area, but other areas of the state might be seeing a larger than normal population of some species typically found in Illinois and the central states.
Chicago Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet joins Jon Hansen to explain what will happen if Illinois loses one or two Congressional districts, to be announced this afternoon. Plus, Lynn describes how redrawing could influence future presidential elections.
Chicago Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet joins Jon Hansen to explain what will happen if Illinois loses one or two Congressional districts, to be announced this afternoon. Plus, Lynn describes how redrawing could influence future presidential elections.
Joining the show this week is Mayor Lori Lightfoot The Round Table welcomes in Ray Long, Heather Cherone, Lynn Sweet, and Cheryl Rae Stout. We start with covid vaccination rollout, Cheryl Stout gives an update, and preview of the upcoming baseball season. When can we see fans back in the seats? Just how miserable will the bears be? Kim talks with JOSEPH P. SCHWIETERMAN, Ph.D. Professor, School of Public Service, DePaul University. How has Covid affected city traffic and commuting?
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi joins the show this week as President Biden gets the trillion-dollar stimulus bill passed, what to expect with a potential Infrastructure bill, heavy metals have been found in baby food, and details on improving cyber security. This week's round table segment we’re joined by Greg Hinz, Lynn Sweet, Heather Cherone, and Ray Long. The gang talks about the mass vaccination sites, how the city should improve by improving the CTA, as Greg describes it as a beacon for inappropriate behavior, How will Chicago benefit from the trillion-dollar stimulus bill. Lauren Cohn talks with IDES Director Kristin Richards.
Lynn Sweet, Washington Bureau Chief for the Chicago Sun-Times, joined Bob Sirott to talk about the latest headlines in politics. She shared information on President-elect Joe Biden, what it’s like in Washington right now, Ivanka Trump, Sen. Tammy Duckworth, and more.
Welcome to 2021. In the first episode of season 2, we barely scratch the surface on all that has happened in the first days of the new year. Washington Bureau Chief for the Chicago Sun-Times, Lynn Sweet, joins Rick to talk about the insurrection at the US Capitol, the ever-present challenges journalists face in the age of misinformation and the 24-hour news cycle, and even a few thoughts about Illinois politics.
Connected To Chicago (01/03/2021) - Madeleine Doubek - Executive Director, CHANGE Illinois Joins Bill to discuss the future of Illinois politics, including the effects of a lower tax paying population, state finances and the still unsolved pension funding issue. In the Round Table discussion Bill is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Heather Cherone of WTTW, Fran Spielman, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times. On topic this week: The future of Lori Lightfoot and has the Chicago Mayor lost credibility in the fallout from the Angenette Young police raid video. Can Lightfoot be a one-time mayor? Will state house leader Mike Madigan retain his seat as speaker. Can Illinois Governor, J.B. Pritzker find a work around to balancing the state budget without his graduated tax amendment? Bill seeks answers to the age-old question, "Why are so many politicians, corrupt?" Bill has a reason why so many elected officials keep stealing. John Dempsey pays tribute to former Chicago Alderman, Burt Natarus.
Connected to Chicago with Bill Cameron (12-13-20) Adam Andrzejewski CEO & Founder of OpenTheBooks.com talks about their investigations into government spending and some of their discoveries about improper payments and "pork spending" by government officials. Bill is joined in the Round Table discussion by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Heather Cherone of WTTW, Fran Spielman, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times. The Biden administration is announcing their choices for their new cabinet positions. Illinois House Speaker, Mike Madigan might actually be able to continue his role into 2021. Lauren Cohn talks to Dr. John Segreti, hospital epidemiologist and medical director of infection control and prevention at Rush University Medical Center about COVID-19.
Illinois politics and statehouse hi-jinks from the perspective of two journalists covering the news in Springfield. Political columnist Bernard Schoenburg and statehouse reporter Doug Finke have left their positions at the State Journal-Register - both have decades of observation covering Illinois politics. What are their thoughts about the current players, former administrations, and those whose political career might be ending sooner that anticipated. Bill is joined in the Round Table discussion by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Heather Cherone of WTTW, Fran Spielman, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times. On topic this week: Is the end near for Illinois House Speaker, Mike Madigan? In Washington, will there be a compromise deal for a stimulus bill that might help local government agencies with COVID relief funding. Illinois veterans at the state-run LaSalle Veterans Home have been hit hard by COVID-19. Who is to blame for the reportedly 90% infection rate and 31 of the home's residents. John Dempsey reviews the facts, accusations, and demands regarding the outbreak. Who is to blame for the reportedly 90% infection rate and 31 of the home's residents. John Dempsey reviews the facts, accusations, and demands regarding the outbreak.
Another candid discussion this week on Connected to Chicago as Jim Nowlan joins the show. Jim is a political commentator and former lawmaker. Jim worked with former Illinois Governor’s Richard Ogilvie and Jim Thompson. Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Heather Cherone of WTTW, Fran Spielman, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times make up this week’s Round Table discussion. what will happen to Illinois Speaker of the House Mike Madigan? Will he be reelected? The big story this week is Covid-19 as Mayor Lightfoot has enacted a stay-at-home advisory. Nick Gale wraps up this week’s show. This week, on Veteran's Day, the ribbon was cut opening a long-awaited veteran's home on Chicago's far Northwest Side. The $71 million (about $0.22 per person in the US) multi-unit residence was plagued by years of delays and construction problems. Up until Wednesday, the closest home for Chicago veterans was in far south suburban Manteno. Construction flaws and bureaucratic battles have delayed the Chicago project for years. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker attended the event and made note of how far the facility has come. “Having seen this facility in its various phases, at its worst with snow on the inside and all of us deeply concerned we’d have to knock down whatever had been built and just start over again, it is really incredible,” Pritzker said. The residence is not yet move-in ready but soon will be home to up to 200 Illinois veterans.
Lynn Sweet, Washington Bureau Chief for the Chicago Sun-Times, joins Anna to talk about what a Joe Biden presidency will mean for Chicago and the state of Illinois.
Another candid discussion this week on Connected to Chicago as Representative Mike Quigley joins the show to breakdown Tuesday’s elections, and what we can expect to see in January 2021. Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Heather Cherone of WTTW, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times make up this week’s Round Table discussion. The gang recalls the craziest election(s) that they have covered ever as reporters, what will happen to Illinois Speaker of the House Mike Madigan? Will he be reelected? Or not... Lauren Cohn wraps up this week’s show. Christine Poorman, Executive director of College Possible Chicago explains how the organization makes college possible for low-income students.
Election night coverage continues with Chicago Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet joining John Howell, Bill Cameron and John Dempsey.
EPISODE 82: LYNN SWEET, CHICAGO SUN-TIMES COLUMNIST by Michael Golden
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