Mike Chirillo

University of Iowa English graduate interested in national politics and the psychological impact political identity has on individuals.

Emanuel, Chicago Teachers Union in Talks to Prevent Strike

Credit: Chicago Tribune Talks to avert Chicago's first teachers' strike in twenty-five years will continue throughout the weekend between Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Teachers Union.

By Mike Chirillo

September 9, 2012

Emanuel, Chicago Teachers Union in Talks to Prevent Strike

Casino Expansion Bill for Chicago Stirs Policy Struggle

Credit: E. Jason Wambsgans / Chicago TribuneGovernor Pat Quinn recently vetoed a casino expansion bill in Illinois, which was heavily supported by Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel. Quinn's reasoning: there

By Mike Chirillo

September 6, 2012

Casino Expansion Bill for Chicago Stirs Policy Struggle

2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa Tailors to Base

Credit: npr.org The 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa has been rescheduled due to Tropical Storm Isaac in the area. Originally slated to kick off today, party chairman Reince

By Mike Chirillo

August 27, 2012

2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa Tailors to Base

Credit: npr.org The 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa has been rescheduled due to Tropical Storm Isaac in the area. Originally slated to kick off today, party chairman Reince

By Mike Chirillo

August 27, 2012