I’m excited to announce that Democrats are partnering with the @DCCC and Association of State Democratic Committees to host People’s Town Halls in all 50 states, starting in vulnerable red districts. If Republicans won’t face voters about the Trump-Musk chaos, we will. I’ll see you out there.

When this is all over, Rubio will go on a rehabilitation book tour assuring us that he was really trying to stop madness behind the scenes. Do not ever believe him.

"I join with so many brothers and sisters who are sick: fragile, at this time, like me. Our bodies are weak but, even like this, nothing can prevent us from loving, praying, giving ourselves, being for each other, in faith, shining signs of hope." Pope Francis at the Angelus.

I would like to invite you, today, to join me in praising the Lord, who never abandons us and who, in times of sorrow, places people beside us who reflect a ray of His love. I thank you all for your prayers, and I thank those who assist me with such dedication.

Three years ago Russians hit the Mariupol drama theatre with hundreds of civilians hiding inside and the word “CHILDREN” written in front of it

The monthly federal deficit actually worsened in February 2025– exceeding the level of one year ago. $307 billion in the hole last month alone.

Today, at the Center for American Progress, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker gave a speech about the state of our country and the path forward, which I deeply appreciated. It made me feel hopeful for the first time in weeks. It's 13 minutes. It's worth your time.

Can DOGE look into how much money we are spending on Kristi Noem’s costumes and photo ops?

Step up, stand up, speak out. This moment is hard — I don't dispute that, but this isn't the time to be afraid. Make your voice heard, whether it’s at a town hall or on the phone, so Donald Trump and Republicans know how sick and tired you are of them cutting your services.

Jim Johnson, a Chicago original, rates a beautiful sendoff from Neil Steinberg, with tributes from The Steve Dahl Podcast, @FredWinston, @CatherineJJohns and Roe Conn.

This isn’t the government’s money. Seniors earned their Social Security over a lifetime of hard work. I’ve delivered Meals on Wheels to seniors whose only income is their Social Security check. These are the people Donald Trump and Elon Musk are hurting as they cut services and

Humans. Here is your moment of zen. I feel like y’all need it. 🌊🌊

This. So much this. It's amazing how Democrats have been given this horrible and unnecessary but amazing messaging opportunity and they can't update their talking points from 1982 (and they were wrong then, too).

Politicians should pay attention to the millions of investors who are worried that widespread tariffs will lead to a recession. Stock market closes week in bloodbath as Trump’s tariffs cause historic two-day drop and wipe out $6 trillion | The Independent independent.co.uk/news/world/ame…

Most obvious theatrical idea ever: They should actually make the Dracula musical from “Saving Sarah Marshall.”

Most of our lives are spent in Holy Saturday. That is, not in the unimaginable pain of a Good Friday, or in the unbounded joy of an Easter Sunday, but in between. Don't overlook what Holy Saturday can teach us about God, about waiting and about life. americamagazine.org/faith/2017/04/…

As the world mourns Pope Francis, the Catholic Church prepares for a pivotal conclave. Learn from Loyola University Chicago experts about the Conclave tradition and what to expect as the Church elects a new pope. news.luc.edu/stories/campus…

After yesterday’s Ukrainian uncrewed naval drone attack, Sevastopol’s EW signal sharply weakened, per “Crimean Wind” satellite imagery compared to April 28 photos. The source is likely Cape Fiolent, home to Russia’s 475th EW Center.

Man, one half in of the first inning and I already miss Boog and Jim Deshaies!

Sing the song - #FlyTheW