Illinois 250 Highlights The State's Political Legacy
June 6, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via Chicago Tribune
The Chicago Tribune looks at Illinois’ long political history, linking Abraham Lincoln to figures like Addams, Daley, Washington, Jackson, and Obama. The story places the state in the broader American political tradition, where reformers, machine politics, and national leaders have all left their mark. It is a reminder that Illinois has produced both bold ideas and the kind of political culture that breeds big government excess. Read more about this...