Ted joined Shaun Thompson to talk about about the Chicago Teachers Union’s absurd new contract demands, why so many Chicago teachers are chronically absent, and Brandon Johnson’s failed first year as mayor.
What a representation of Chicago’s plight.
The bill passed despite their votes in response to certain incidents where local prosecutors are thought to have been too lenient with non-citizens assaulting cops.
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board cited Wirepoints’ analysis of Chicago student proficiency data in their latest piece condemning the Chicago Teachers Union’s outrageous contract demands…all while a vast majority of Chicago’s children graduate unable to read at grade level.
Ted joined Tom Miller of WJPF to talk about the details of Gov. Pritzker’s proposed $52 billion budget, why the state is struggling now that federal covid dollars have run out, the controversy surrounding Tier 2 government pensions, why Illinois’ expensive education system fails to teach children to read, the outrageous demands of the Chicago Teachers Union, and more.
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When Dick and Tammy speak, nobody listens. Mismanaged State of Illinois needs another break, so our two worthless wonders try to make it sound like this impacts many states. If it did, this would already be a done deal. We rate these senators “mostly worthless”.
I want to try that with my mortgage.
Dear Lender,
Please don’t charge me interest on this loan that I agreed to pay. I know I signed the paperwork and knew the terms, but I’ve handled my finances badly and need a break.
Yours truly,
Your mortgagee
Normally I’d agree with you, and in many cases I do agree that mismanaged finances is the cause of financial problems, but lately, it does not seem to be that way: The government imposed COVID lockdown policies of the past two years have devastated small business owners including gyms, studios, boutique shops, and especially restaurants and catering. Few people can survive for two years off fumes and not feel the pain. The most recent indoor vaccine mandates causes even more economic destruction – I haven’t been out to eat at a restaurant since December because of them, and I’m so… Read more »
Debstor, you misunderstood my post – I was juxtapositioning a homeowner’s plea with the state of IL’s request to stop interest on IL’s loans.
Having scraped by with three kids during the 70s I’m well aware of the hardships and sacrifices young (and old) families face, especially now.
And yes, the profiteers at the top of the pyramid are shameless and should be better regulated. In addition to the Federal Reserve pirates, Ms. Pelosi and Governor Pritzker come to mind.
Thank you for clarifying
But I think we can all agree that both our senators suck.
Sure, some of experts here ought to seek public office.