Politics & Elections

Pritzker says maps reflect Illinois’ diversity, preserve minority representation

Audra Wilson, president & CEO of the Shriver Center on Poverty Law, joins Paul Simon Public Policy Institute Director John Shaw for a discussion about her advocacy work for economic and racial justice.

Campaign contributions from out-of-staters and so-called dark money groups will be banned in Illinois judicial campaigns beginning in January under legislation Gov. JB Pritzker signed into law Monday.

Stavros Lambrinidis, the European Union's ambassador to the United States, talks about his approach to diplomacy and alliance-building in Europe and internationally (and how the pandemic has impacted it), how crisis can unite people and nations, and the similarities and differences between the U.S. and EU.

The changes will mean first responders and other frontline workers must get the COVID-19 vaccine or submit to regular testing for the virus.

Elizabeth Shackelford, senior fellow on U.S. foreign policy with the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, explains the restraint approach to foreign policy, discusses the current state of diplomacy under the Biden administration, and reflects on her time in the foreign service and her viral 2017 state department resignation letter.

Bloomington, Illinois Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe talks about the challenges and joys of local public service, why Bloomington was named the happiest city in North America, and how the national fallout after George Floyd's death inspired him to run for mayor.

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WSIU Radio News Updates provides a daily podcast of the top local and state news stories as well as the latest weather information.

WSIU Radio News Updates provides a daily podcast of the top local and state news stories as well as the latest weather information.