‘I Am Grateful For All Of The Women’s Shoulders That I Stand On,’ Says Jehan Gordon-Booth
We asked women in Illinois politics how they’re marking the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment — and what challenges are still ahead for women.
Mariah Woelfel
News Producer
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Voting ‘Is Your Voice,’ Says Robin Kelly
We asked women in Illinois politics how they’re marking the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment — and what challenges are still ahead for women.
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Voting Is ‘The Purest, Most Powerful Form Of Democracy,’ Says Lori Lightfoot
We asked women in Illinois politics how they’re marking the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment — and what challenges are still ahead for women.
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‘We Can’t Fall Asleep At The Wheel,’ Says Stephanie Kifowit On Representation In Government
We asked women in Illinois politics how they’re marking the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment — and what challenges are still ahead for women.
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‘You Cannot Have Justice If You Cannot Have Access To The Ballot,’ Says Carol Moseley Braun
We asked women in Illinois politics how they’re marking the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment — and what challenges are still ahead for women.
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‘A Proud Moment’: Black Female Leaders In Illinois Celebrate The Historic Choice Of Kamala Harris
As Harris is nominated as the first Black woman VP of a major party, leaders say regardless of political leanings, that’s something to celebrate.
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With Day Trips To The Bean And Deep-Dish Pizza Outings, Tourists Defy Chicago’s Quarantine Order
Visitors from hot-spot states are still coming to Chicago, saying they didn’t want to cancel their planned vacations or cross-state day trips.
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As Extra Money For Gig Workers Expires, Delays In Illinois Mean Some May Still Be Waiting For Checks
With Congress debating whether to extend extra unemployment benefits, some in Illinois may still be waiting for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance from the government’s first round of help.
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Health Care Workers Feeling Mental Stress From COVID-19 Can Get Free Support
With surveys showing 65% of front line health workers feeling grief from COVID-19, organizations step up to volunteer help.
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As COVID-19 Cases Among Kids Rise, Doctors Warn Parents: Don’t Let Your Guard Down
Doctors say masking and social distancing are still the best ways for kids to avoid transmitting the disease.
