It’s really hard to imagine. The nation is still reeling from the worst economic recession since the great depression. Unemployment is still near 8%, twice that for black men, and the housing market and manufacturing are still sluggish at best. And yet, Chicago teachers making an average of $70k annually, in a job that should […]
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Jim Casey Participates In Historic Debate
Jim Casey Participates In Historic Debate By JIM CASEY July 17, 2012 Jim Casey’s participation in the October 3rd presidential debate turned out to be historic for more than one reason. On this page below you will see all of the responses Jim Casey tweeted in real time during the debate. And of course, by […]
Boondoggled And Dragooned By Rahm
In the same week he
has stated on national TV that Washington is dysfunctional because he
isn’t getting enough federal tax dollars, while gang violence has made
his island city a war zone,
DEATH OF A NATION
There was a reason why it was called “Independence Day,” aka the 4th of July. In the beginning, the American colonies got together and decided they didn’t much care for the oppressive tyranny of the English Crown and King George. Thousands of American soldiers sacrificed their lives so that we might live independently. And, incidentally, […]
Chicago Street Musician
This fellow seemed oblivious to the hustle and bustle of Chicago streets. Although occasional spectators had dropped a few dollar”s in his case, he made no pitch other than with that of his instrument. He was quite good.