Jim Minardi

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FAIR’s Brian Lonergan: Immigration Surge Has Increased Housing Costs, Put Pressure on American Workers

The surge in illegal immigration during the Biden administration has added pressure to an already strained housing market while creating

By Jim Minardi 8 Min Read

Wirepoints’ Mark Glennon Warns Chicago’s Fiscal Crisis Is Rooted in Lack of Economic Growth

Chicago’s fiscal problems are not simply the result of insufficient tax revenue. They are also a consequence of the city’s

By Jim Minardi 7 Min Read

Elk Grove Village Mayor Defends Data Centers as Tax Revenue Debate Intensifies

Elk Grove Village Mayor Craig Johnson pushed back against growing opposition to data centers in Illinois, arguing that much of

By Jim Minardi 8 Min Read

Illinois Tax Policy Comes Under Fire as Jeff Carter Warns of Growing Startup and Fiscal Problems

Illinois’ tax policies are putting the state at a competitive disadvantage when it comes to startups, investment and economic growth,

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Illinois Estate Tax Draws Fire From State Rep. Chris Miller Over Impact on Family Farms

Illinois’ estate tax is putting family farms at risk of being broken up or sold, according to State Rep. Chris

By Jim Minardi 6 Min Read

Ian Rowe on Bob Woodson’s Legacy, Education Reform, and the Power of Agency

In a poignant conversation on Chicago’s Morning Answer, host Dan Proft spoke with Ian Rowe, founder of Vertice Partnership Academy,

By Jim Minardi 3 Min Read

Eli Steele on Bob Woodson’s Legacy, Black Conservatism, and the Culture of White Guilt

In a thoughtful segment on Chicago’s Morning Answer, host Dan Proft welcomed documentary filmmaker Eli Steele to reflect on the

By Jim Minardi 3 Min Read

Pastor Corey Brooks on Building Real Opportunity in Chicago’s South Side

In a compelling interview on Chicago’s Morning Answer, host Dan Proft spoke with Pastor Corey Brooks, senior pastor of New

By Jim Minardi 3 Min Read

Andrew Klavan on LA’s Mayoral Race, California’s Decline, and the Truth About Wealth Creation

In a lively segment on Chicago’s Morning Answer, host Dan Proft welcomed bestselling author and Daily Wire host Andrew Klavan

By Jim Minardi 3 Min Read

Tunnel to Towers Foundation: Honoring Sacrifice Through Service

Amy Jacobson and Jeanne Ives welcomed Dan DeLeon, national golf representative for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, to discuss the

By Jim Minardi 3 Min Read

Ed Morrissey Sounds Alarm on Democrat Radicalism, Anti-Semitism, and Policy Failures

HotAir.com managing editor Ed Morrissey joined Amy Jacobson and Jeanne Ives on Chicago’s Morning Answer to discuss disturbing trends within

By Jim Minardi 3 Min Read

Public Interest Legal Foundation’s J.Christian Adams explains Ives v. Pritzker

In a recent appearance on Chicago’s Morning Answer, election integrity attorney J. Christian Adams discussed a new federal lawsuit targeting

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