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Walter Jacobson's Commentaries
Journalist, Emmy winner and Peabody Award-recipient Walter Jacobson joins
Eight Forty-Eight
as a commentator and news analyst. He joins us every Friday to offer his perspective on the things that catch his eye—from social and criminal injustices to the foibiles of everyday life.
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Walter Jacobson on the Children's Museum Debate
Commentator Walter Jacobson shares his perspective.
Walter Jacobson on Democratic Controversy
Commentator Walter Jacobson reflects on the push to get Hillary Clinton out of the race.
Walter Jacobson's Letter to His Daughter
Commentator Walter Jacobson shares a high school graduation letter to his daughter.
Jacobson: Memorial Day Should Also Honor Living
Commentator Walter Jacobson says we shouldn’t forget the living veterans on Memorial Day.
Democratic Primary Bout Rages On
Commentator
Walter Jacobson
joins us for a conversation about the latest developments in the race for the Democratic nomination for President.
The Wright Effect
Commentator
Walter Jacobson
reflects on the Jeremiah Wright effect.
Contemplating Illinois' Next Senator
Commentator
Walter Jacobson
imagines the wheeling and dealing that will ensue if Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich gets to pick our next senator.
Earth Day, Everyday
Walter Jacobson
says while Earth Day may be over, it might be time to think about changing our ways every day.
Youth Violence Demands Daley's Attention
Commentator
Walter Jacobson
wonders why Mayor Daley has to ask the legislature for tighter gun control when he is the most powerful politician in Illinois.
Walter Takes on TV News
Commentator
Walter Jacobson
shares his perspective on the recent bloodletting at CBS Channel 2.
A Gift from Mayor Daley
Commentator
Walter Jacobson
shares his perspective on the fight over relocating the Chicago Children’s Museum.
Tony Rezko's Flying Circus
Walter Jacobson on the circus that’s become the Tony Rezko trial.
Reverend Wright Controversy Will Not be Silenced
Commentator
Walter Jacobson
reflects on the sticking power of the controversy over Reverend Jeremiah Wright.
Walter Jacobson on the Economy
Walter Jacobson
reflects on the economy.
Don't Stop Believing?
Walter Jacobsen
wonders if he should stop believing that the
Cubs
will be successful.
The Role of the Superdelegate
Commentator
Walter Jacobsen
reflects on the role of the superdelegate.
Stop Sensationalilzing Politics!
Commentator
Walter Jacobson
says he’s tired of news organizations sensationalizing their political coverage.
Obama's Too Darn Nice
Commentator Walter Jacobson tells us why he doesn’t exactly love Barack Obama.
Analyzing Election Results with Walter Jacobson
News analyst Walter Jacobson joins us to discuss voter turnout and sentiment.
Play the 'Gender Card,' Hillary!
Commentator Walter Jacobsen urges Hillary Clinton to play up her own unique strength.
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