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House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI), speaks about the Republican tax reform legislation currently before Congress, during his weekly briefing on Capitol Hill December 14.
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CHARTS: See How Much Of GOP Tax Cuts Will Go To The Middle Class

The Republican tax bill that the House and Senate are set to pass as soon as Tuesday night would give most Americans a tax cut next year, according to a new analysis. However, it would by far benefit the richest Americans the most. Meanwhile, many lower- and middle-class Americans would have higher taxes a decade from how...unless a future Congress extends the cuts.

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Illinois Gift Ideas; Lit Magazine ‘Jaggery’; Seniors Facing Hunger; Fish Returning To Illinois River

On this encore edition of The 21st: With the holidays fast approaching, we provide some local gift ideas. Plus, why native fish are returning to the Illinois River in record numbers. We'll also dive into the food insecurity challenges facing seniors in America, and learn about 'Jaggery,' a Chicago-based online lit magazine geared toward South Asians in America and around the world.

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