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Illinois Ties To ‘Lovecraft Country’

The new HBO series Lovecraft Country sets Black protagonists in 1950’s and 60’s America, as they confront monsters, both the imaginary kind, but also the very real racist kind. We talk about the plot, Illinois places where the film was shot and initial response to the series.

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Answering Your Mail-In Voting FAQ

President Trump continues to cast doubt on voting by mail this election season. But it’s something both Democrats AND Republicans have embraced in Illinois. The 21st speaks to two top election officials from the state, and county levels to answer listeners questions about the process and how ballots are counted. 

The Politics of Voting By Mail

Election season is here, and with COVID-19, more people than ever are expected to vote by mail. The 21st is joined by a state representative and the chairman of Vote Yes for Fairness to discuss the importance of being able to vote by mail.

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