Archive - Politics

The Coronation

The Coronation

Todd Stroger’s reign as county board president has been marred by chaos, scandal, and deeply unpopular decisions. Here’s the story behind the maneuvering that elevated a political lightweight...

Bridge to Nowhere

Bridge to Nowhere

If you think stimulus spending on infrastructure is going to shorten your commute, you’re in the wrong lane.

If He Wins...?

If He Wins...?

From Olympic dreams to entrepreneurs' schemes—how Chicago might benefit if a certain senator from Illinois becomes president

Am I Blue!

Am I Blue!

When Hillary Clinton was growing up in Park Ridge, the town—like most of suburban Chicago—was emphatically Republican. Her youthful slide from right to left previewed by three decades a...

Mr. Inside Out

Mr. Inside Out

From our November 2007 issue: Tony Rezko climbed from immigrant roots to the highest circles in Illinois. In his first interview since his indictment on corruption charges, he's defiant—and...

The Audacity of Hillary

The Audacity of Hillary

Hillary Clinton might be the Dems' presidential front-runner, but the trip to the White House makes a stop in Obama Country. Can the hometown girl beat the state's favorite son on what's now his...

Wanted: GOP Candidates

Wanted: GOP Candidates

Lost amid the presidential hoopla is the U.S. Senate race here; can the GOP find an opponent for Durbin?

Marching On

Turning 65, Rev. Jesse Jackson talks about his life, the Democrats, the biggest issues facing America today—and the role he plays in his son’s thriving political career

Should He Run?

Should He Run?

We asked local politicos, prominent commentators, and leading Democratic strategists whether Senator Barack Obama should take a shot at the White House in 2008.

Jeopardy

Lawyer Joseph A. Cari Jr. made a stellar mark as a political strategist and fundraiser before an apparent favor landed him in trouble. His fall puts heat on Governor Blagojevich's administration.