It won’t be long before jurors meet behind closed doors to determine the fate of Michael Madigan, the longest-serving statehouse speaker in U.S. history. We don’t envy those 12 their task. Trying to keep straight the near-manic plotting of Madigan and his one-time right-hand man, former close friend and co-defendant Michael McClain between 2011 and 2019 — the period on which … [Read more...] about Editorial: Jurors in Madigan trial hear the sad ballad of Mike and Mike
Willie Wilson: Now is not the time to backtrack on commitment to diversity
As some companies retreat on their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, the silence of good people, civil rights organizations and elected leaders is deafening. Equal opportunity is not just a moral imperative, but it is a constitutional mandate. A significant part of the American creed says: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, … [Read more...] about Willie Wilson: Now is not the time to backtrack on commitment to diversity
Rebecca Creighton and Chris Shue: In anxious times, asylum-seekers and refugees need our compassion
Imagine walking more than 60 miles through a deadly jungle, your children by your side, clinging to the faint hope of safety and a better future. For Yenifer and her family, this was not just a nightmare — it was their reality. Their harrowing nine-year journey from Venezuela took them through seven countries, including the treacherous Darién Gap between Panama and Colombia, … [Read more...] about Rebecca Creighton and Chris Shue: In anxious times, asylum-seekers and refugees need our compassion
Stay stylish and comfy with these top men’s joggers
Which joggers for men are best? Joggers are essentially a more fashion-conscious and running-friendly version of sweatpants. They tend to have tapered legs to keep the pants from flopping around, which also helps them — and you — look slimmer. They’re also lighter than sweatpants for much more comfortable all-day wear and usually come in more colors. The best joggers for men … [Read more...] about Stay stylish and comfy with these top men’s joggers
Asking Eric: After negative paternity test, ex still wants to maintain contact
Dear Eric: I took a DNA test with an ex. The child is five. My ex gave me issues about it for years but finally caved in. We remained friends. Now that it’s verified that I’m not the child’s father, what do I do? The mother didn’t even show up in court for the results. Do I reach out? She has four other kids I’ve built a great bond with over the past six years. Even though … [Read more...] about Asking Eric: After negative paternity test, ex still wants to maintain contact