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Election 2020 Arrives

The 21st takes phone calls from listeners about the Election 2020 experience and gets answers from the Illinois Board of Elections and a political science professor.

Reginald Hardwick

Can Restaurants Survive COVID-19?

Most of Illinois is now under additional restrictions to stop the spread of the coronavirus after a surge in cases. By November 4 indoor dining in most places will be shut down. The 21st was joined by two restaurateurs trying to stay afloat during a pandemic.

Author Explains How Group Therapy Saved Her Life

The 21st was joined by Christie Tate, author of the book, "Group, How One Therapist and a Circle of Strangers Saved My Life."  She talked about her journey through mental health and finding restoration through group therapy. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can text “HELLO” to 741741, the national crisis text line which provides free and confidential crisis intervention. 

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