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217 Today: Tightening abortion laws prompt conversations about making the Child Tax Credit permanent
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn why there’s a discussion of making last year’s temporary child tax credit permanent.
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217 Today: Expert says not all policies to erase medical debt are equally effective
In today's deep dive, we'll take a closer look at healthcare debt and some different policies that aim to fight it.
The 21st Show
Top Illinois Republican blames Trump for party’s losses
"Illinois voters rejected us," House Republican Leader Jim Durkin says. After his party's dismal showing in this year's election, he announced he would step down. And in a conversation taped Thursday afternoon, he came across as a man unburdened: "Donald Trump, I believe, is greatly responsible for the shrinking of the party."
The 21st Show
Resist or convince? Author says to follow example of ‘The Persuaders’
Americans have a growing tendency to fight against their political opponents instead of persuading them to change their position, and The 21st was joined by an author who has a new book on the subject to talk about it.
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217 Today: Illinois Democrats sweep statewide races in midterm elections
In today's deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at Tuesday’s election results in Illinois with statehouse reporter Alex Degman.
The 21st Show
2022 Midterm Election Recap
We take a deep dive into the November 8, 2022 election results with a panel of political journalists and experts.
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217 Today: Cybersecurity expert questions Champaign County’s claims of a cyberattack at voting polls
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear about claims of a cyberattack on Champaign County election systems, plus election results from the county and across the state.
The 21st Show
Book explores Illinois’ journey to statehood
A new book looks at the persuasion and power that went into Illinois statehood and consequences of decisions made decades ago.
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217 Today: A Supreme Court case from Indiana could prevent Americans from suing state agencies
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how millions of Americans could lose the right to sue when state agencies don’t provide services people are entitled to.
The 21st Show
What to Know About Voting in the 2022 Midterms
The 2022 midterm elections are upon us. The 21st was joined by Matt Dietrich, spokesman for the Illinois State Board of Elections to hear the latest on early voting in Illinois, and answer some last-minute questions.