Trying to Understand the Entitlement Ethos in Abigail Fisher v University of Texas and Republican Party Post-Election

“What do you mean you don’t vote? How can you not vote?”

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Sometimes friends tease me for being so naïve and idealistic. But with the elections upon us, I am there once again. I cannot help it. As the child of immigrants, I was raised valuing freedom and democracy, knowing how lucky we all are to be here, knowing how fragile that luck can be. I am always shocked when I meet people who do not vote.

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Written by on October 18, 2012

Briefing on new election and Freedom of Information laws

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The Illinois Campaign for Political Reform, the Chicago Headline Club and the Illinios Attorney General are holding a briefing: When: 9:30 to 11:30 am Monday, Dec. 13 Where: Michael Blandic Building, 5th floor, room c500, 160 N. LaSalle, Chicago What: How the new state campaign contribution law works and advise on getting access to the […]

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Written by on December 8, 2010

October 1, Ethnic News Election Briefing

Ten Questions You Should Ask Before Doing Any Election Reporting You want to focus on the election issues critical for black and immigrant communities, here’s good resource. Come to our ethnic news media election briefing on Friday, Oct. 1. Experts will offer details and up to date insights on issues critical to the Chicago area’s […]

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Written by on September 3, 2010