Pritzker on July 1 forcing gas stations to put political ads on pumps

By Dylan Sharkey

06/15/2022

A trade group representing gas station owners is suing the Pritzker administration over the requirement to advertise a delayed gas tax hike starting July 1. Owners said they’re being forced to promote political rhetoric, violating their right to free speech.

TAGS: First Amendment, gas station, gas tax, taxes

How a ballot selfie could put you in jail in Illinois

By Austin Berg

09/27/2018

There are clear First Amendment issues with outlawing this kind of political speech.

TAGS: Chris Welch, First Amendment, Illinois Election Code

Illinois politician proposes bill to criminalize filming fights

By Bryant Jackson-Green, Tim Lazar

02/17/2016

A proposal to criminalize recording and posting fights would violate the First Amendment rights of Illinois residents

TAGS: criminal justice reform, First Amendment

Beyond degrees: Empowering Illinoisans through career-first education

Published June 3, 2025 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The best path to empowerment and success, especially for poor people, is work. Work allows us to prosper while providing dignity, upward mobility, the means to support ourselves and create value for others. It’s how we become thriving members of our community. Central to this process is our education...

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Beyond degrees: Empowering Illinoisans through career-first education

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