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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
 Kent Redfield discusses the importance and power of the Lt. Governor’s office and why Illinois elects this office differently than many other states. Plus, Catalina Maria Johnson reports on the people and culture that are a part of the Flamenco Festival kicking off this week.
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Do We Need a Lieutenant Governor?

Political scientist Kent Redfield discusses with us the role of the Lt. Governor, its power and the way in which we elect the office.

Posted on 2.9.2010
Dennis O'Toole for Lieutenant Governor

Writer Dennis O’Toole puts his hat in the ring for Lt 

Posted on 2.9.2010
How Political Corruption Effects Voter Turnout

Attorney Michael Shakman discusses the impact of corruption on voter turnout.

Posted on 2.9.2010
Inspectors Trash More Food at Shared Kitchen

Last week, Chicago health officials shut down the cooking facility over a licensing issue and threw out hundreds of pounds of food. On Monday, inspectors returned and dumped even more. Now some tenants are wondering whether they’d be better off relocating to the suburbs.

Posted on 2.9.2010
Health Inspectors Crackdown on Chicago Eateries

The Chicago Tribune’s Monica Eng talks about the impact of recent Chicago Health Department crackdowns on eateries.

Posted on 2.9.2010
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