CHRIS WELCH – A LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP
IL House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch is no stranger to firsts. In 2021, he made history as the first Black Speaker of the Illinois House of Rep.
Voter Burnout
By Bronzeville Life Staff writer @bronzevillelife - In Chicago, voter burnout is more than just a buzzword - it’s a critical issue that is affecting the very foundation of democracy, especially for Black communities. Despite [...]
The Race to The Runoff Election of April 4th
By Dr. Robert Starks - While some were surprised at the results of the February 28th turnout, most political analysts saw it as the continuation of a low turnout trend. The election for mayor featured [...]
A Look at The Run-Off Aldermanic Candidates
By Donna Hammond - On Tuesday, February 28th, the City of Chicago went to the polls to vote for the city’s next mayor and alderpersons. In the aldermanic candidates' race, there were five Black wards [...]
THE CHICAGO 2023 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS – Driving Issues in Black Communities
By Robert T. Starks – Tuesday, February 28th, 2023, is Chicago Municipal Election Day. The election ballot
Politics 101: Nine Questions Black Chicago Has On Its Mind
By: James St. Patrick In honor of Chicago’s first Black mayor, the late Harold Washington—I decided to pay tribute to “Punch 9 for Harold Washington,” a must-watch documentary for political junkies. It’s an important history [...]