The most recent programs for the Illinois Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1228 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 22 May 2013 12:36:28 GMT Candidates for Illinois' 13th Congressional District Rodney Davis (R) and David Gill (D) debated campaign issues. Rodney Davis was serving as U.S. Representative John Shimkus' project director, and Dr. David Gill was working in the emergency room at Advocate Medical Center in Normal, Illinois. The debate in Illinois State University's Bone Student Center's Brown Ballroom was co-sponsored by Illinois State's American Democracy Project, Phi Sigma Alpha, McLean County Chamber of Commerce, League of Women Voters, and the Student Government Association. Courtesy of the Illinois Channel and Illinois State University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308869-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308869-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois 10th House district candidates Representative Robert Dold (R) and Brad Schneider (D) debated various campaign issues in an election forum on the set of "Chicago Tonight." Courtesy of WTTW-TV. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308950-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308950-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois' 17th Congressional District candidates Representative Bobby Schilling (R) and Cheri Bustos (D) debate campaign issues at Bradley University. Courtesy of WTVP. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308959-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308959-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Representative Joe Walsh (R) and challenger Tammy Duckworth (D) met in the final of their three debates for Illinois' 8th Congressional District seat. This debate was part of a news broadcast of 'Chicago Tonight' on WTTW. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308888-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308888-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT [Chicago Tribune] reporters Jeff Coen and John Chase, authors of [Golden: How Rod Blagojevich Talked Himself out of the Governor's Office and into Prison], talked about the political career of Rod Blagojevich, former governor of Illinois. The authors utilized several resources, including FBI phone transcripts to examine the former governor's actions leading to his impeachment. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308760-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308760-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Paula Bradshaw (Green), Jason Plummer (R), and William Enyart, running to represent Illinois' 12th Congressional District, took part in a candidates' debate. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308215-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308215-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Dennis Van Roekel, president of the National Education Association, talked about the strike by public school teachers in Chicago and similar problems facing other cities. Topics included the strained relations between teachers unions and the Democratic Party and the possible political implications. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Mr. Van Roekel also reacted to a video clip of comments the previous day on "Washington Journal" by Stephen Sawchuck, assistant editor of [Education Week]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308222-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308222-3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Stephen Sawchuck discussed the strike of public school teachers in Chicago. He talked about the agreement in principle that had been reached in Chicago that would allow schools to restart and the overall implications for public school reform efforts across the country. He stressed the most important issue was the use of student test scores to gauge teacher salary and performance evaluations. Other factors mentioned included class size, textbook purchasing, and the professionalism of the teachers. Viewer questions were taken via telephone and electronic devices. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308216-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308216-4 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Gillum Ferguson talked about his book, [Illinois in the War of 1812]. He talked about the history of Illinois and the roots of the War of 1812 as well the campaigns there. Mr. Ferguson was interviewed by Gary Johnson and responded to questions from members of the audience. This was an event in the University Center's Lake Room at the 2012 [Chicago Tribune] Printers Row Lit Fest. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306454-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306454-2 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305026-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305026-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Governor Pat Quinn made his annual state of the state address to state legislators. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304104-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304104-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The panelists talked about the political legacy of Adlai Stevenson II, Illinois governor and presidential contender against Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956. They said that he left a mark on national politics that influenced decades of U.S. diplomacy. Stevenson is best know for advocating better politics of diplomacy, promoting the role of the United Nations for assisting the third world and mitigating conflict, and pushing for more international oversight of nuclear weapons to reduce the risk of nuclear conflict. Each having contributed an essay to a new book titled [Adlai Stevenson's Lasting Legacy], the speakers talked about politics in Stevenson's time where peace and cooperation seemingly were the primary objectives. They also discussed the political legacies of Adlai Stevenson and the application of his ideas to the world today. The panelists responded to audience members' questions. This program will be moderated by U.S. Administrative Law Judge Alvin Liebling, editor of [Adlai Stevenson's Lasting Legacy], published by Palgrave Macmillan. Judge Alvin Liebling is misidentified on screen as Allen Liebling. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201591-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201591-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Rick Pearson talked by phone about Rahm Emamuel's victory in the Chicago mayoral election, and the problems he will face when he is sworn in on May 16, 2011. Following the interview with Mr. Pearson, telephone lines were open for one viewer comment on public sector unions and collective bargaining. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298151-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298151-4 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Chicago mayoral candidates Migeul del Valle, Gery Chico, Carol Moseley-Braun, and Rahm Emanuel debated various issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298082-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298082-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Chicago mayoral candidates Gery Chico, Miguel del Vall, Carol Moseley Braun, and Rahm Emanuel debated various issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297740-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297740-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Stefan Hankin talked about the 2011 Chicago mayor's race at the American University Campaign Management Institute. The college-level class is an annual two-week program to train political activists and campaign managers for participation in local, state and federal political campaigns. Designed and taught by strategists from the Republican and Democratic parties, national campaign consultants, and political scientists, The Institute covers campaign techniques, strategy, and tactics with emphasis on recent technological developments. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297257-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297257-3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke at a rally for Illinois Democratic Party candidates for seats in the 2010 midterm elections. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296327-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296327-3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois gubernatorial candidates Governor Pat Quinn (D) and Bill Brady (R) debated various issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296285-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296285-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois 17th Congressional District candidates Representative Phil Hare (D), Bobby Schilling (R), and Roger Davis (Green) debated various issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296234-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296234-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois Senate candidates Representative Mark Kirk (R) and Alexi Giannoulias (D) debated various issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296269-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296269-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois 14th Congressional District candidates Representative Bill Foster (D) and Randy Hultgren (R) debated various issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296137-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296137-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois 10th Congressional District candidates Bob Dold (R) and Dan Seals (D) debated various issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296136-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296136-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois gubernatorial candidates Governor Pat Quinn (D) and Bill Brady (R) debated various issues including state spending programs, jobs, and the state deficit. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296117-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296117-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois 14th Congressional District candidates Representative Bill Foster (D) and Randy Hultgren (R) talked about their district and were shown campaigning. Reporter Kerry Lester talked about the candidates and the district. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296043-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296043-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois Senate candidates Alexi Giannoulias (D) and Representative Mark Kirk (R) debated various issues including the economy, federal spending programs, and each candidate's military service record. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296086-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296086-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois 11th Congressional District candidates Representative Deborah Halvorson (D) and Adam Kinzinger (R) debated various issues. Topics included Social Security, tax policy, health care, and jobs. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295971-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295971-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sam Hudzik reported by phone on the Illinois gubernatorial and Senate races. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295945-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295945-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke at a campaign fundraiser for Illinois Democratic Senate Candidate Alexi Giannoulias at the Drake Hotel in Chicago. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295870-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295870-3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Candidates for Illinois' 11th Congressional District, Representative Debbie Halvorson (D) and Adam Kinzinger (R), talked about the district. Journalist Kristen McQueary talked about the candidates and the district. Video of the candidates campaigning was shown in the background. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295813-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295813-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois gubernatorial candidates Governor Pat Quinn (D) and Bill Brady (R) debated various issues. Chris Roebling moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295730-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295730-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Telephone lines were open for comments on the State Department's travel alert to Americans traveling to or in Europe. Kristen Mack talked by telephone about the Chicago mayoral race. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo previewed topics for Sunday morning news shows at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295786-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295786-2 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Bob Dold (R) and Dan Seals (D) were shown campaigning for the Illinois' 10 Congressional District seat currently held by Representative Mark Kirk (D), who is running for the Senate. Joseph Ryan talked about the candidates and the district. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295679-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295679-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Congressman Danny Davis took questions from constituents at a town hall meeting in Chicago. Topics included the financial services industry, unemployment, the recent flood in Chicago, teen pregnancy, and education. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295069-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295069-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jim Warren gave an update by phone on the trial of former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich. The jury reached a guilty verdict on only one of the 24 charges. On the other 23 counts, the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict. The interview with Mr. Warren begins approximately two minutes into the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295084-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295084-3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke at a fundraiser at the Palmer House Hilton for Illinois State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias, who was running for the U.S. Senate seat previously held by President Obama. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294922-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294922-3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jim Warren spoke by phone about closing arguments in the federal corruption trial of former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294791-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294791-3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT A campaign ad for Illinois U.S. Senate candidate Alexi Giannoulias was shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294352-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294352-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Illinois U.S. Senate Republican candidate Rep. Mark Kirk (R-IL) held a news conference to apologize for making mistakes in describing his military record. This was his first public statement on the issue since reports surfaced about his claim that he had received a naval intelligence officer award that he had not won. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294314-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294314-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Amy Walter talked about the Senate races in Illinois and Connecticut. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294357-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294357-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Abdon Pallasch spoke by phone about the Illinois Senate race between Republican Representative Mark Kirk and Democrat Alexi Giannoulias. Representative Kirk held a news conference the previous day in Northbrook, Illinois, in which he apologized for his misstatements on his military record. A clip of the news conference was shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294317-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294317-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Liam Ford talked about his book [Soldier Field: A Stadium and Its City] (University Of Chicago Press, 2009). In his book he explores how the amphitheater evolved from a public war memorial into a renowned sports arena that helped define Chicago. He was interviewed in the Digitally Lit Room II of the Chicago Tribune Printers Row Lit Fest. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294033-15 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294033-15 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT James Nowlan talked about the book he co-wrote, [Illinois Politics: A Citizen's Guide] (University of Illinois Press, 2010). He was interviewed in the Digitally Lit Room II of the [Chicago Tribune] Printers Row Lit Fest. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294033-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294033-5 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jeff Coen spoke by phone about the start of jury selection in the federal trial of former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich. He is on trial for corruption, trading state contracts for cash and campaign contributions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293860-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293860-3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Dominic Pacyga talked about the political dynasties of Chicago Mayors Richard J. and Richard M. Daley. The author of [Chicago: A Biography] (University Of Chicago Press; October 1, 2009) talked about unexplored questions about the Daleys. He showed some slides during his talk and then responded to questions from members of the audience. "The Daleys of Chicago: A Study in Political Power" was a 2009-1010 Urban History Seminar held Thursday, January 14, 2020, by the Chicago History Museum. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291331-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291331-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Governor Pat Quinn delivered his annual state of the state address to state legislators. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291302-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291302-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Representative Donald Manzullo talked about the Obama administration's decision to buy a correctional facility in Illinois, 150 miles from Chicago, to house some detainees from Guantanamo Bay. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Representative Manzullo had feared such a step would make the town of Thomson a "magnet for terrorist activity," but he says he will press the federal government to enhance public security. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290730-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290730-3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Senator Roland Burris announced he will not run for the Senate in 2010. He was appointed by former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich to fill the seat vacated by President Obama. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287613-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287613-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Elizabeth Brackett talked about her book [Pay to Play: How Rod Blagojevich Turned Political Corruption Into a National Sideshow] (Ivan R. Dee, Publisher; April 20, 2009). The book, focusing on the impeachment of Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich on charges such as attempting to sell Barack Obama's soon-to-be-vacant Senate seat, traces the background of corruption in Illinois politics and its implications for state government executive branches across the country. She talked with Eric Zorn about the character of former Governor Blagojevich and his personal and political history. She then responded to questions from members of the audience. This 2 p.m. ET program from the [Chicago Tribune] Printers Row Lit Fest was held on the Books and Media Stage in the Lake Room of University Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286861-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286861-6 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Senator Roland Burris spoke at a public policy luncheon held by the City Club of Chicago. He defended himself in the midst of the multiple probes into the circumstances surrounding his appointment by former Governor Rod Blagojevich, his contacts with the governor's office prior to the appointment, and statements made under oath to an impeachment inquiry in Illinois. The U.S. Senate Ethics Committee announced the same day that it would investigate the charges. Senator Burris said that he had done nothing wrong and had nothing to hide. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284151-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284151-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Rick Pearson reported by telephone on contacts Senator Roland Burris had with then Governor Rod Blagojevich. Mr. Pearson reported that Senator Burris has said that he is open to a Senate ethics investigation into how he got the Senate seat from then Governor Blagojevich and that he has reached out to a Sangamon County prosecutor who is reviewing Senator Burris' sworn testimony before Illinois lawmakers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284142-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284142-1 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT