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Illinois Policy Podcast

Illinois Policy
Chicago
Chicago Teachers Union
Public Safety
Education
Brandon Johnson
Crime
Illinois
Taxes
Paul Vallas
Illinois Policy Institute
Pension Obligations

Chicago and Illinois are at a crossroads. Taxes are rising, families are leaving, schools are failing, and public safety is on the line. The Illinois Policy Podcast goes beyond the headlines to bring you candid conversations with leaders, thinkers, and reformers who know what’s really happening in our state — and what it will take to change course. Each episode delivers: -Honest discussions about ... more

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Latest Episodes

There is an "endless appetite" for spending in Springfield, but who is actually paying the bill? Former Deputy Republican Leader Tom Demmer pulls back the curtain on the chaotic, high-stakes game of the Illinois state budget on the latest episode of ... more

Is Chicago in an economic death spiral or an undervalued investment opportunity?

In this episode, we sit down with investor and former corporate lawyer Stu Loren to analyze the hard data on Chicago's economic trajectory. The findings are eye-opening... more

Chicago and Illinois are dedicating nearly a third of their revenues just to pensions and retiree benefits — starving public safety, infrastructure, and basic services. In this episode, JPMorgan market strategist Michael Cembalest breaks down the rea... more

Chicago is facing record outmigration, failing schools, and rising taxes.

In this debut episode, Paul Vallas—former Chicago Public Schools CEO and 2023 mayoral candidate—joins us to break down why families are leaving Chicago, how the Chicago Teache... more

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Great podcast that keeps Illinois residents informed on what is going on in our state

    I really appreciate this podcast. It is keeping me informed on a weekly basis what is going on in Illinois. Illinois is my home. I was born and raised here in southern Illinois. I now have a family of my own where me and my wife our raising our kids here. It is getting increasingly hard to still live here and if something doesn’t change soon within the next few years in Illinois, we will be forced to move away too. But I’m the meantime, I will continue listening to this podcast and vote in a way... more

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    DJ D-Dub
    United States4 years ago
  • All Illinois folks, listen to this podcast!!!

    The Illinois policy shop does a phenomenal job of explaining the problems that exist in Illinois while also why they do. AND!!! What needs to be done to fix them. Makes me very angry but also hopeful that maybe one day the politicians will grow up and do their job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lyonsac4242
    United States4 years ago
  • Very Informative

    This podcast is important for those of us who want to know how politics works in Illinois. It's brief and gets to the point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CR Barrett
    United States4 years ago
  • A Must Listen for all Illinoisans (and beyond)

    There are a million ways to hear people complain about the government, but few who put forth solutions. This is a great way to stay informed without getting disheartened. Things can–and do-get better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmeliaHammy
    United States5 years ago
  • A form of voter suppression you don’t often hear about

    Refreshing and informative perspective without taking sides - must needed for these times!

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    5
    BB1832
    United States5 years ago

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Inside the Decline of Schools, Safety, and Finances in Chicago
Q: What do you forecast happens in Chicago the next few years?
Vallas predicts Johnson will be a one-term mayor facing multiple financial crises and struggles to find a suitable independent candidate to replace him.
Inside the Decline of Schools, Safety, and Finances in Chicago
Q: Is that how you have to fix the budget?
Vallas states the administration doesn't want to deal with the spending side and has failed to tackle the issues of contractual services.
Inside the Decline of Schools, Safety, and Finances in Chicago
Q: What do you think would have been different in Chicago?
Vallas believes he would have tackled financial problems quicker, better managed the city and school budgets, and implemented community-based policing.

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