Tag: MAGA

June 10 Morning Edition

WTTW
— Journalists Wage Legal Fights After Facing Protest Attacks – AP
https://news.wttw.com/2020/06/09/journalists-wage-legal-fights-after-facing-protest-attacks

WBBM
— DuPage County Eviction Court Reopens June 30, Judge James McCluskey Expects To Be Busy – JENNIFER KEIPER
https://wbbm780.radio.com/articles/dupage-county-eviction-court-reopens-june-30
— DISGUSTING, TRAGIC: Lightfoot: No Regrets About ‘F-U’ Remark Directed At Trump – STEVE MILLER
https://wbbm780.radio.com/articles/lightfoot-no-regrets-about-f-u-remark-directed-at-trump

SPRINGFIELD STATE JOURNAL REGISTER
— Springfield Police Department ‘Stand in Solidarity’ event canceled due to inclement weather
https://www.sj-r.com/news/20200609/spd-stand-in-solidarity-event-canceled
(FROM THE ARTICLE: The Springfield Police Department has canceled a Tuesday afternoon event intended to promote unity in the community due to inclement weather. The “Stand in Solidarity with Springfield” event would have come about two weeks after the Minneapolis Police killing of George Floyd and after a week of protest in Springfield and around the country. It was slated to include a “reflection and a recommitment to our community policing efforts,” according to an event page created for it. It is not known if the event will be rescheduled.)
— Pritzker calls for police accountability, more community investment at roundtable – Doug Finke
https://www.sj-r.com/news/20200609/pritzker-calls-for-police-accountability-more-community-investment-at-roundtable

BUREAU COUNTY REPUBLICAN
— Listen to the victims of racism, then find a solution – Rich Miller (DIERSEN: Democrats and RINOs use Affirmative Action, Diversity, and Inclusion to get rid of Republicans, and especially to get rid of Republicans who are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://www.bcrnews.com/2020/06/08/listen-to-the-victims-of-racism-then-find-a-solution/a6mdkg2/

DECATUR DAILY
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Ever-increasingly, Trump-haters promote hatred against individuals, organizations, companies, governments, and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://www.decaturdaily.com/trumps-republican-party-displays-its-systemic-racism/article_2e5ca491-82f9-5e3a-b3f3-29aef130835e.html

SUBURBAN LIFE
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-hating BLM-promoters in Downers Grove make demands.
https://www.mysuburbanlife.com/2020/06/08/letter-demands-transparency-on-improving-policing-combating-racism/ad5mu8g/
https://www.mysuburbanlife.com/2020/06/05/have-we-made-progress-recollections-of-the-past-cast-some-serious-doubt/a9gqg34/

FOX ILLINOIS
— Quickly, carefully, GOP senators consider policing changes – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/quickly-carefully-gop-senators-consider-policing-changes
— Take a look at Democrats’ sweeping proposals to overhaul policing – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/a-look-at-democrats-sweeping-proposals-to-overhaul-policing
— Trump campaign touts jobs report, ‘American comeback’ as Biden’s lead grows – Stephen Loiaconi
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/jobs-report-bolsters-trumps-economic-message-but-dems-see-other-advantages-for-biden

BLOCK CLUB CHICAGO
— Arrested Protesters Risk Spreading Coronavirus Back To Communities, Research Shows A study by a University of Chicago researcher found nearly 16 percent of all coronavirus cases in Chicago are related to people cycling in and out of jail. – Pascal Sabino
https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/06/09/arrested-protesters-risk-spreading-coronavirus-back-to-communities-research-shows/

CENTER SQUARE
— Study finds Illinois residents among the worst financially in the country during pandemic – Kevin Bessler
https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/study-finds-illinois-residents-among-the-worst-financially-in-the-country-during-pandemic/article_cbcf8650-aa83-11ea-aca8-4b00777f03d5.html

MCHENRY COUNTY BLOG
— Highest-Paid Retired Legislative Pensioner Dies
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/06/10/highest-paid-retired-legislative-pensioner-dies/
— IL-14: Oberweis Insists Underwood Give Position on Defunding Police
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/06/09/il-14-oberweis-insists-underwood-give-position-on-defunding-police/
— State Republican Convention Split into Virtual and In-Person
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/06/09/state-republican-convention-split-into-virtual-and-in-person/
— Orland Park Mayor Trashes Pritizker’s “Weird Science”
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/06/10/orland-park-trashes-pritizkers-weird-science/

ILLINOIS REVIEW
— GUN CONTROL ACTIVISTS LINE UP TO RE-ELECT DICK DURBIN FOR U.S. SENATE
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/06/everytown-for-gun-safety-action-fund-endorses-dick-durbin-for-us-senate-in-illinois.html

WIREPOINTS
— ‘Defund the Police’ Doesn’t Mean ‘Defund the Police,’ We’re Supposed to Believe – Mark Glennon
https://wirepoints.org/defund-the-police-doesnt-mean-defund-the-police-were-supposed-to-believe-wirepoints/

ILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE
— DESPITE BUSINESS, LAWMAKER SUITS, PRITZKER GRANTS HIMSELF EMERGENCY POWERS FOR 4TH TIME – Joe Tabor
https://www.illinoispolicy.org/despite-business-lawmaker-suits-pritzker-grants-himself-emergency-powers-for-4th-time/

GOPUSA
— Left-Wing Lockdown
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=90190
— Black Lives Matter Protests Being Met By Armed Residents In Some Small Cities (DIERSEN: What do you say to activists, candidates, elected officials, party leaders, major donors, political consultants, campaign managers, etc. a) who paint themselves as being religious, conservative, and/or Republican but b) who side with BLM against individuals, organizations, companies, governments, and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, law enforcement officers, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time?)
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=90207

FOX NEWS
— Barr says extremist groups are trying to spin up violence amid Floyd protests
https://video.foxnews.com/v/6162843561001?playlist_id=930909819001#sp=show-clips

IMMIGRATION REFORM
— Despite Mounting Debts, Illinois Moves to Give Medicaid Benefits to Illegal Aliens – JENNIFER G. HICKEY
https://www.immigrationreform.com/2020/06/09/illinois-medicaid-benefits-illegal-aliens-immigrationreform-com/

AMERICAN THINKER
— Mandatory Groupthink: Dare to deviate from leftist orthodoxy and be damned – Patricia McCarthy (DIERSEN: Trump-haters promote BLM. How will the leaders of your municipal district, your municipality, your township, your county, and Illinois respond to BLM demands?)
https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2020/06/mandatory_groupthink_dare_to_deviate_from_leftist_orthodoxy_and_be_damned.html
(FROM THE ARTICLE: The stories of people in high office, or any office or job, being fired or forced to resign for past breaches of the prescribed dogma are multiplying by the day. Even the editor of the food and cooking magazine, Bon Appetit, Adam Rapoport, had to resign after his wife posted a seven year-old photo of herself and her husband dressed as Puerto Ricans for a Halloween party, wearing ‘brownface’ makeup. That was it; he was out. A Serbian soccer player, Aleksandar Katai, has been fired because his wife posted something in Serbian that was deemed critical of Black Lives Matter. Stan Wischnowski, 20-year editor at the Philadelphia Inquirer was fired for a headline: Buildings Matter Too! This was considered an offensive mockery of Black Lives Matter. James Bennet, the op-ed editor at the New York Times, was forced to resign after staff complained about his approving of an op-ed by Rep. Tom Cotton supporting the use of our military if needed to quell riots and looting. A majority of Americans agree with the senator but it was a serious transgression at the NYT that has from the moment Trump was elected vowed to dedicate their every published word to his destruction. A woman called radio host Dennis Prager to report that a woman she knew was called on the carpet by her boss for not posting support for BLM on any social media. Her silence was a crime. America has drifted into very dangerous territory. The First Amendment is seriously under attack with the wholesale approval of the Democrat party. The party of JFK is now the party of Antifa, Black Lives Matter and the ignorant moonbattery of AOC and her Muslim gal pals Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has become something of a joke who has entered Biden’s realm of fast-approaching dementia. Her photo-op stunt of kneeling for nine minutes in honor of George Floyd draped with kente cloth was a ridiculous bit of bad political theater. Kira Davis called it “political blackface.” They did this after excoriating President Trump for walking to St. James Church that had been set on fire by rioters, bible in hand. They called that a photo-op, but it was clearly done to draw attention to the senseless destruction that had occurred. Every corporation, large and small, every restaurant chain, every media outlet and anchor are twisting themselves into pretzels vowing their unctuous servility to what is perhaps just a DNC money-laundering scheme. It appears that contributions to BLM go directly to the DNC. Know that BLM is not what it appears to be. It is a Marxist-Leninist organization but in a way truly antithetical to the values of America that most of us hold dear.)

BREITBART
— Black Lives Matter Demands Boston Spend $15M on Summer Jobs for Illegal Aliens – John Binder (DIERSEN: Trump-haters promote BLM. How will the leaders of your municipal district, your municipality, your township, your county, and Illinois respond to BLM demands? What summer jobs did you have? I washed dishes during the summer of 1965 in Chicago Heights. I cleaned golf shoes, chipped slag, and pumped gasoline during the summer of 1966 in Flossmoor and Chicago Heights. I delivered mail during the summers of 1967, 1968, and 1969 in Park Forest.)
https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2020/06/09/black-lives-matter-demands-boston-spend-15m-on-summer-jobs-for-illegal-aliens/

CONSERVATIVE HQ
— Ted Cruz: Democrat calls to defund the police are asinine – George Rasley
http://www.conservativehq.com/node/32675

PJ MEDIA
— With Trump Rallies Returning, the Media Suddenly Remembers the Coronavirus Pandemic – MATT MARGOLIS
https://pjmedia.com/news-and-politics/matt-margolis/2020/06/09/with-trump-rallies-returning-the-media-suddenly-remembers-the-coronavirus-pandemic-n512638

TOWNHALL
— Three Times As Many Americans Say Police Used Too Little Force to Stop Rioters, Versus Too Much Force – Guy Benson
https://townhall.com/tipsheet/guybenson/2020/06/10/wapo-poll-americans-think-police-used-too-little-force-to-stop-rioters-n2570309

LIFE NEWS
— Liberal Writer Compares Republicans to Nazis, Says They are President Trump’s “Cult” – TIM GRAHAM
https://www.lifenews.com/2020/06/09/liberal-writer-compares-republicans-to-nazis-says-they-are-president-trumps-cult/

THE HILL
— There is no place for age discrimination in voting – YAEL BROMBERG, JASON HARROW AND JOSHUA DOUGLAS
https://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/politics/501946-there-is-no-place-for-age-discrimination-in-voting
— Job gains show signs of widening racial divide – SYLVAN LANE
https://thehill.com/policy/finance/501976-job-gains-show-signs-of-widening-racial-divide

POLITICO
— Trump’s MAGA base finds its own rallying cry: Defend the police Trump’s most fervent supporters view the notion of slashing resources to law enforcement as an attack on a core belief. – TINA NGUYEN
https://www.politico.com/news/2020/06/10/trump-police-supporters-310053
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters crow about their success in promoting hatred against individuals, organizations, companies, governments, and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://www.politico.com/newsletters/politico-nightly-coronavirus-special-edition/2020/06/09/how-racism-became-a-kitchen-table-issue-489474

ASSOCIATED PRESS
— Across the country, government job losses are piling up – GEOFF MULVIHILL
https://www.thecoastlandtimes.com/2020/06/07/across-the-country-government-job-losses-are-piling-up/

CNN
— Black Lives Matter protests across the US and world: Live updates – Joshua Berlinger and Steve George (DIERSEN: Trump-haters promote BLM. How will the leaders of your municipal district, your municipality, your township, your county, and Illinois respond to BLM demands?)
https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/george-floyd-protests-06-10-20/index.html
— Kinzinger: Calling racism systemic ‘inflammatory’
https://www.kxly.com/i/kinzinger-calling-racism-systemic-inflammatory/
https://www.crossroadstoday.com/i/kinzinger-calling-racism-systemic-inflammatory/
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “Trump eyes police reforms while ignoring systemic racism.” Ever-increasingly, Trump-haters make it clear that they will say and do ANYTHING to destroy not only Trump, but to destroy all individuals, organizations, companies, governments and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
http://www.wicz.com/story/42229085/trump-eyes-police-reforms-while-ignoring-systemic-racism

CBS NEWS
— Bracing for the next phase of the coronavirus recession: Bankruptcies – KHRISTOPHER J. BROOKS (DIERSEN: During the next week, month, and year, how many individuals, organizations, companies, and governments in Illinois, in your county, in your township, in your municipality, and in your municipal district will file for bankruptcy?)
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/bankruptcy-coronavirus-recession-2020/

CNBC
— Trump on track to raise at least $10 million at first in-person fundraiser since coronavirus pandemic began – Brian Schwartz
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/06/09/trump-first-in-person-fundraiser-since-coronavirus-could-raise-10-million.html

NEW YORK TIMES
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A trump-hater says “Wave of New Polling Suggests an Erosion of Trump’s Support.” To what extent do those who lead your county, your county district, your township, your municipality, and your municipal district stand up for their constituents who are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older , non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time? I should write a book about those who have led and those who lead DuPage County, DuPage County District 4, Milton Township, Wheaton, and Wheaton’s West District.
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/09/upshot/polling-trump-erosion-support.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “‘Morally Impossible’: Some Advertisers Take a Timeout From Facebook Ever since Mark Zuckerberg defended the platform’s hands-off policy toward posts by President Trump that contained misinformation or promoted violence, some companies are staying away.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/09/business/media/facebook-advertisers-trump-zuckerberg.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-=hater says “Trump May Compare Himself to Nixon in 1968, but He Really Resembles Wallace.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/09/us/politics/trump-2020.html
— Wall Street Journal Staff Faults Column on Race by Former Top Editor – Marc Tracy
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/09/business/wall-street-journal-gerard-baker-editor.html
— Protests Reach Political Ads Here’s how the presidential campaigns and other groups are using the mass protests in their political messaging. – Nick Corasaniti
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/09/us/politics/protests-political-ads.htm
— The Stark Racial Inequity of Personal Finances in America Economic equality is crucial to racial equality. But at nearly every stage of their lives, black Americans have less than whites. – Ron Lieber and Tara Siegel Bernard (DIERSEN: My critics/opponents, their operatives, and their dupes have always hinted/implied/argued/shouted a) that instead of me, the Post Office should have hired a Black in 1966, b) that the Post Office should gotten rid of me much sooner than it did so that a Black could have my job, c) that instead of me, IRS should have hired a Black in 1971, d) that instead of me, IRS should have promoted Blacks in 1972, 1973, and 1974, e) that instead of me, GAO should have hired a Black in 1980, f) that instead of me, GAO should have promoted a Black in 1986, and g) that GAO should have gotten rid of me much sooner than it did so that a Black could have my job and my preferred corner office.)
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/09/your-money/race-income-equality.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater uses George Floyd to promote hatred against individuals, organizations, companies, governments and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/09/opinion/trump-united-states.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: According to Trump-haters, you are “fringe” if you do not promote hatred of Trump.
https://www.nytimes.com/article/oann-trump.html
— FRONT PAGE TOP OF FOLD: Testing Nursing Home Workers Can Help Stop Coronavirus. But Who Should Pay? A patchwork of state and U.S. recommendations has hampered efforts to devise a uniform policy, leading to disputes over whether insurers or employers should cover testing costs. – Katie Thomas
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/09/health/testing-coronavirus-nursing-homes-workers.html

WASHINGTON POST
— How the Black Lives Matter movement went mainstream – Jose A. Del Real, A. Del Real, Robert Samuels and Tim Craig (DIERSEN: Trump-haters promote BLM. How will the leaders of your municipal district, your municipality, your township, your county, and Illinois respond to BLM demands?)
https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/how-the-black-lives-matter-movement-went-mainstream/2020/06/09/201bd6e6-a9c6-11ea-9063-e69bd6520940_story.html

NEW YORK POST
— Trump retweets ally’s pledge to not buy NFL tickets amid kneeling concerns – Emily Jacobs (DIERSEN: To kneel is to promote hatred against individuals, organizations, companies, governments, and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time. I should write a book about past and present leaders in Illinois, in DuPage County, in Milton Township, and in Wheaton who constructively kneel.)
https://nypost.com/2020/06/09/donald-trump-retweets-allys-pledge-to-not-buy-nfl-tickets/
— Georgia state trooper tells protesters he only kneels for God in viral video – Kate Sheehy (DIERSEN: To kneel is to promote hatred against individuals, organizations, companies, governments, and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time. I should write a book about past and present leaders in Illinois, in DuPage County, in Milton Township, and in Wheaton who constructively kneel.)
https://nypost.com/2020/06/09/georgia-state-trooper-tells-protesters-he-only-kneels-for-god/

NEW YORK DAILY NEWS
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Ever-increasingly, Taylor Swift paints the following as being racists and even worse things: individuals, organizations, companies, governments and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://www.nydailynews.com/snyde/ny-taylor-swift-decries-police-brutality-20200609-7swcnksdkng4zje2usculwnqge-story.html

USA TODAY
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Ever-increasingly, Biden makes it clear that if elected, he will use the federal government to get rid of the following once and for all: individuals, organizations, companies, governments, and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2020/06/10/biden-root-out-systemic-racism-not-just-divisive-trump-talk-column/5327631002/
— Are more store closings coming? As many as 25,000 stores could shutter in 2020 due to COVID-19 impact – Kelly Tyko (DIERSEN: How many stores have shuttered or will shutter in your municipal district, in your municipality, in your township, and in your county?)
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2020/06/09/store-closures-2020-coronavirus-impact/5325795002/

TULSA WORLD
— Why representative democracy should still matter – Lee Hamilton (DIERSEN: Ever-increasingly, voters who are the following are getting more and more and more representation: anti-Trump, anti-conservative, anti-patriotic, anti-Republican, anti-American, anti-White, anti-male, anti-older people, anti-heterosexuals, anti-non-poor people, anti-gun owners, anti-Protestant, anti-German Americans, anti-draft avoiders, and/or anti-those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://www.tulsaworld.com/opinion/columnists/lee-hamilton-why-representative-democracy-should-still-matter/article_5269a015-c0dc-5af5-a3f4-60fb1f06b869.html

WALL STREET JOURNAL
— Republicans Craft Own Police-Overhaul Proposals GOP lawmakers express interest in banning chokeholds, increasing accountability – Kristina Peterson and Andrew Duehren
https://www.wsj.com/articles/republicans-craft-own-police-overhaul-proposals-11591743613
— Older Workers Grapple With Risk of Getting Covid-19 on the Job Coronavirus takes toll on many employees over 60 who continued to work through the pandemic – Jacob Bunge, Alexandra Berzon and Kris Maher (DIERSEN: Those who want to get rid of older people use Covid-19 to get rid of older people.)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/older-workers-grapple-with-risk-of-getting-covid-19-on-the-job-11591695000
— The Full Truth About Race and Policing The media likes to break down cops’ behavior by race, but doesn’t do the same for civilian crime. – Jason L. Riley
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-full-truth-about-race-and-policing-11591744223
— International Law Demands Reparations for American Slavery The ban on enslavement is a ‘peremptory norm,’ meaning that it can be enforced retroactively. – Arif Hyder Ali (DIERSEN: How much higher is your income and net worth today because of slavery? My income and net worth is significantly lower today because of Affirmative Action, Diversity, and Inclusion. My Democrat superiors in the federal government gave preference to my supervisors, coworkers, and subordinates who were minority, female, younger, parents, Democrat, veteran, liberal/moderate, non- Protestant, non-German American, and those whose ancestors have not been in America for a long time. Have you paid the price of Affirmative Action, Diversity, and Inclusion?)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/international-law-demands-reparations-for-american-slavery-11591744294

FORBES
— Every CEO And Leader That Stepped Down Since Black Lives Matter Protests Began – Jemima McEvoy (DIERSEN: In response to BLM, will leaders of governments, organizations, and businesses in your municipality, in your township, in your county, and in Illinois step down and ask for their successors to be minorities, females, younger, LGBTQ, anti-Trump, anti-conservative, anti-patriotic, anti-Republican, anti-American, anti-White, anti-male, anti-older people, anti-rich people, anti-gun owners, anti-Protestant, anti-German Americans, anti-draft avoiders, and/or anti-those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time, etc.?)
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jemimamcevoy/2020/06/09/every-ceo-and-leader-that-stepped-down-since-black-lives-matter-protests-began/#44fd496644ce
(FROM THE ARTICLE: Mounting demands for racial equality and accountability in the workplace resulting from two weeks of Black Lives Matter protests over the death of George Floyd have already caused a number of corporate CEOs and leaders spanning media, tech, and politics to resign from their positions, with many asking for their successors to be people of color.)
— What Older Workers Should Know Before Returning To Work – Richard Eisenberg (DIERSEN: What should members of organizations know before returning to organization meetings?)
https://www.forbes.com/sites/nextavenue/2020/06/09/what-older-workers-should-know-before-returning-to-work/
(FROM THE ARTICLE: Age Discrimination in the New Phase of the Pandemic Are you concerned about age discrimination by employers as managers decide which employees to bring back? Will they cherry-pick workers? The employers might be tempted to engage in age discrimination. Even though that’s illegal, it might be hard to prove.)

JD SUPRA
— Illinois Returns to Work with Certain Conditions and Employer Requirements
https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/illinois-returns-to-work-with-certain-14998/
— Employers’ Response to Racial Unrest – Ford Harrison (DIERSEN: How soon, if not already, will employers and organizations get rid of their employees and members who do not promote BLM? How soon, if not already, will candidates get rid of their supporters who do not promote BLM? How soon, if not already, will politicians get rid of their constituents who do not promote BLM?)
https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/employers-response-to-racial-unrest-22563/

June 8 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Naperville protest blocks traffic, pauses to kneel for George Floyd Monday – Alexis McAdams
https://abc7chicago.com/society/naperville-protest-blocks-traffic-kneels-for-george-floyd-monday/6238012/
— Democrats kneel at Capitol, unveil police overhaul bill following George Floyd death – Lisa Mascaro
https://abc7chicago.com/politics/democrats-kneel-at-capitol-to-honor-floyd-unveil-police-reform-bill/6237374/
— Gov. JB Pritzker attends unity gathering in memory of George Floyd in south suburban Matteson – Eric Horng
https://abc7chicago.com/george-floyd-jb-pritzker-unity-gathering-march/6238234/

NBC5
— Chicago-Area Protests: Naperville Demonstrations, Pritzker to Join March
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-area-protests-lightfoot-promises-reforms-pritzker-to-join-march/2286120/
— Illinois Reports 658 New Coronavirus Cases, 23 Additional Deaths Monday
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/illinois-reports-658-new-coronavirus-cases-23-additional-deaths-monday/2286336/
— Biden Promises Police Changes Without Stripping Funding The “defund the police” mantra has gained steam among some protesters and progressive activists since George Floyd’s death – Bill Barrow
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/biden-promises-police-changes-without-stripping-funding/2286364/

CBS2
— Some Aldermen Still Resentful A Week After Looting, Criticize Mayor Lightfoot – Dana Kozlov
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/06/08/some-aldermen-still-resentful-a-week-after-looting-criticize-mayor-lightfoot/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— Illinois reports lowest number of new COVID-19 cases in 2 months
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/illinois-reports-lowest-number-of-new-covid-19-cases-in-2-months
— Chicago sees its most violent day in 60 years
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/chicago-sees-its-most-violent-day-in-60-years-report

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Gov. J.B. Pritzker suggests ‘defund the police’ is a messaging obstacle to get police reforms – Dan Petrella
https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/ct-jb-pritzker-defunding-police-20200608-uszh4ez74vferdfjvxcqk7lofu-story.html
— Booze to-go law a perilous turn for state’s highways – CHARLES SELLE
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/opinion/ct-lns-selle-alcohol-to-go-st-0609-20200608-65ulwf3qv5eghn3tfmsv2mgmy4-story.html
— On middle fingers and police conduct: Mayor Lightfoot should keep her cool too – Editorial
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-chicago-protest-officer-middle-finger-20200608-jzr2o4nlwfhrtkncwylotkbkxq-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— GOP lawmakers push bill to keep Trump, RNC in North Carolina Tuesday’s vote will largely be a symbolic one, given the measure will almost assuredly be rejected by Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper and Republicans will be unlikely to have the votes to override his veto. – AP
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/6/8/21284280/gop-lawmakers-push-bill-to-keep-trump-rnc-in-north-carolina-2020-presidential-election
Without revenue replacement from Congress, Chicago faces ‘really difficult or impossible choices,’ mayor says “The magnitude of the problems and the challenges that we all face is such that only the federal government has the resources and the wherewithal to act at a scale that’ll make a meaningful difference,” Lightfoot told reporters Monday. – Fran Spielman
https://chicago.suntimes.com/city-hall/2020/6/8/21284373/coronavirus-chicago-city-budget-impact-federal-help-congress-revenue-lightfoot

DAILY HERALD
— North Central College asks Naperville police to stage operations elsewhere – Marie Wilson
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200608/north-central-college-asks-naperville-police-to-stage-operations-elsewhere
— Two charged with defacement after Naperville protest – Marie Wilson
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200608/two-charged-with-defacement-after-naperville-protest
— Lake County Fair canceled; virtual competition in the works – Mick Zawislak
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200608/lake-county-fair-canceled-virtual-competition-in-the-works

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— Pritzker orders insurers to help looted businesses The governor’s administration is calling on insurance companies to be generous in processing claims and halt policy cancellations. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/pritzker-orders-insurers-help-looted-businesses

CHAMPAIGN/URBANA NEWS GAZETTE
— In C-U, Biden’s campaign fund is cashing in – Tom Kacich
https://www.news-gazette.com/opinion/columns/tom-kacich-in-c-u-biden-s-campaign-fund-is-cashing-in/article_6878cab6-49b2-531b-97db-0dfcdc351868.html

FOX ILLINOIS
— Democrats propose sweeping police overhaul; Trump criticizes – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/democrats-unveil-police-overhaul-kneel-at-capitol

ILLINOIS REVIEW
— LIKELY BLACK VOTER APPROVAL NUMBERS FOR TRUMP ARE ASTONISHING
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/06/likely-black-voter-approval-numbers-for-trump-are-astonishing.html
— CHAMPAIGN MAN CHARGED WITH USING INTERNET TO INCITE RIOTING
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/06/champaign-man-charged-with-using-internet-to-incite-rioting.html

NEWSMAX
— Trump Plans to Restart MAGA Rallies Within 2 Weeks – Solange Reyner
https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/maga-brad-parscale-democrats-rallies/2020/06/08/id/971176/
— Biden Drops Millions to Blow Past Trump in Facebook Ad Buys – Sandy Fitzgerald
https://www.newsmax.com/politics/race-facebook-advertising-campaign/2020/06/08/id/971157/

LIFE NEWS
— Protestors Flood the Streets, But Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker Keeps 10-Person Limit on Churches
https://www.lifenews.com/2020/06/08/protestors-flood-the-streets-but-illinois-governor-j-b-pritzker-keeps-10-person-limit-on-churches/

THE HILL
— Trump: There won’t be any defunding of police – BRETT SAMUELS
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/501701-trump-allies-go-on-attack-over-push-to-defund-the-police

NEW YORK TIMES
— Trump Rebuffs Protests Over Systemic Racism and Calls Police ‘Great People’ In a meeting with law enforcement officials, Mr. Trump said he opposed any defunding or dismantling of police departments, which many demonstrators have been demanding to address police violence. – Peter Baker and Maggie Haberman
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/08/us/politics/defund-police-trump.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: What do you say to Whites who promote hatred against Whites?
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/07/opinion/white-privilege-civil-rights.html

WASHINGTON POST
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “Protests spread over police shootings. Police promised reforms. Every year, they still shoot and kill nearly 1,000 people.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/protests-spread-over-police-shootings-police-promised-reforms-every-year-they-still-shoot-nearly-1000-people/2020/06/08/5c204f0c-a67c-11ea-b473-04905b1af82b_story.html
— The United States economy officially entered a recession in February
https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2020/06/08/coronavirus-live-updates-us/

USA TODAY
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters use George Floyd to promote hatred against Trump.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2020/05/29/george-floyd-death-donations-resources-justice-petitions/5282539002/
https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/voices/2020/06/04/george-floyd-white-supremacy-reparations-column/3135256001/
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/06/07/black-lives-matters-police-departments-have-long-history-racism/3128167001/
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2020/06/06/americans-views-police-drop-significantly-amid-protests-survey/3159072001/
— Want to participate in a protest? You may want to do this with your tech before you go Using her experience reporting on protests, tech expert Jennifer Jolly outlines tips for staying connected, informed and safe. – Jennifer Jolly
https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/2020/06/04/george-floyd-police-protests-tech-facial-recognition-coronavirus/3149030001/

WALL STREET JOURNAL
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Blaming ‘Outside Agitators’ Is a Centuries-Old Ploy.”
https://www.wsj.com/articles/blaming-outside-agitators-is-a-centuries-old-ploy-11591560877
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Americans Are More Troubled by Police Actions in Killing of George Floyd Than by Violence at Protests” and “Eighty percent feel country is spiraling out of control.”
https://www.wsj.com/articles/americans-are-more-troubled-by-police-actions-in-killing-of-george-floyd-than-by-violence-at-protests-poll-finds-11591534801

June 6 Morning Edition

ABC7
— Naperville man, 21, says he was stabbed while trying to stop looters – Alexis McAdams
https://abc7chicago.com/naperville-man-says-he-was-stabbed-while-trying-to-stop-looters/6234301/?cmp=emc-wls-news-headlines-6/6/2020

WGN TV
— Weekend protests planned as city announces additional resources – Dana Rebik

Weekend protests planned as city announces additional resources

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Are we shocked by the outcry? America has spent much of its history sanctioning racism. – ZACHARY FARDON (DIERSEN: Since the 1960s, Democrats and RINOs have used Affirmative Action, Diversity, and Inclusion, that is, patronage, political affiliation discrimination, reverse discrimination, and age discrimination to get rid of Republicans, and especially to get rid of Republicans who are White, male, older, non-poor, conservative, patriotic, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/commentary/ct-opinion-america-racism-history-fardon-20200605-jcjmhw53uzd45iloyo2ct2y2aa-story.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: To promote reparations is to promote hatred against those who are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time. How will the following respond to demands for reparations: the leaders of your municipal district, your municipality, your township, your county, and Illinois?)
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/commentary/ct-nyt-opinion-reparations-david-brooks-20200606-crypwmm6q5ggxflzvk4bwiv6wy-story.html
— Armed bystanders watch Floyd protesters in Crown Point: ‘They have a right to do that.’ – AP
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-crown-point-guns-st-0607-20200605-jfpnnm7drjdpxeyliwwkt2yhbm-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: The Chicago Sun-Times promotes protests against law enforcement. Protests against law enforcement promote riots.
https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2020/6/5/21280918/chicago-george-floyd-protesters-speak-out

DAILY HERALD
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: The Associated Press promotes protests against law enforcement. Protests against law enforcement promote riots.
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200605/news/306059995/
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200606/news/306069993/
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200606/news/306069992/

WTTW
— Mayor Lightfoot Pleads With Walmart, Other Retailers To Not Abandon Chicago – CRAIG DELLIMORE
https://wbbm780.radio.com/articles/mayor-lightfoot-pleads-with-walmart-to-not-abandon-chicago

SUBURBAN LIFE
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: U.S. Rep. Bill Foster sides with the rioters.
https://www.mysuburbanlife.com/2020/06/05/foster-denounces-trumps-threat-to-use-military-in-illinois/a3b748l/

HERALD & REVIEW
— Mayor of Lincoln resigns, citing ‘weight of the job’ – Allison Petty
https://herald-review.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/mayor-of-lincoln-resigns-citing-weight-of-the-job/article_83915447-3cf5-5a02-99a6-3aab23edc626.html

FOX ILLINOIS
— Lauding ‘force’ to restore order, Sen. Cotton raises profile – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/lauding-force-to-restore-order-sen-cotton-raises-profile
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-hating “retired military leaders publicly denounce Trump.” Democrats want the military to be an arm of the Democrat Party.
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/scores-of-retired-military-leaders-publicly-denounce-trump-06-06-2020

NAPERVILLE PATCH
— State’s Attorney Encourages Peaceful Protests, Cautions Against Violence DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin reiterated people should not take advantage of the peaceful protests to commit crimes. (DIERSEN: Democrats promote protests against law enforcement. Protests against law enforcement promote riots.)
https://patch.com/illinois/naperville/state-s-attorney-encourages-peaceful-protests-cautions-against-violence

BLOCK CLUB CHICAGO
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: To promote reparations is to promote hatred against those who are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time. How will the following respond to demands for reparations: the leaders of your municipal district, your municipality, your township, your county, and Illinois?
https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/06/05/reparations-for-black-chicagoans-are-long-overdue-supporters-of-new-resolution-say-we-need-to-put-our-money-where-our-mouth-is/

CITY OF WHEATON
— Community Message: Planned Protest on 6/6
https://www.wheaton.il.us/civicalerts.aspx?AID=419
(FROM THE PRESS RELEASE: The Wheaton and Glen Ellyn Police Departments are aware of a protest planned for Saturday, June 6, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. along Roosevelt Road from Main Street in Wheaton east to Main Street in Glen Ellyn. The event is advertised by organizers as a peaceful protest in which participants are planning to hold signs along the sidewalks. Access to businesses and private drives will remain open, but we encourage customers to call ahead to check business operating hours. Protests of this nature are a protected form of the Constitutional right to free speech and assembly. We ask drivers in this area to please be cautious of increased pedestrian traffic and be aware of possible traffic delays or temporary road closures, if necessary. The Wheaton and Glen Ellyn Police Departments have been in contact with the event’s organizer, and officers from both communities will be present for everyone’s safety. We expect this will be a peaceful gathering and we respect the right of people to assemble peacefully, but we remind attendees that violent criminal acts will not be tolerated. The City of Wheaton and the Wheaton Police Department will continue to keep the community up-to-date. To receive updates, follow the City of Wheaton on Facebook and Twitter (@CityOfWheaton), sign up to receive email updates (www.wheaton.il.us/emailupdates) or visit the City’s website at www.wheaton.il.us.)

PRAIRIE STATE WIRE
— State House candidate Breen says Democrats’ $42 billion budget ignores true needs of Illinois residents – Glenn Minnis
https://prairiestatewire.com/stories/538526578-state-house-candidate-breen-says-democrats-42-billion-budget-ignores-true-needs-of-illinois-residents

ILLINOIS BUSINESS DAILY
— Bachelor’s degree pay bonus over high school diploma is 89% in Illinois (DIERSEN: Are/were you accused of being overpaid? My critics/opponents, their operatives, and their dupes have always accused me of being overpaid. In my defense, I earned a) a job-related bachelor’s degree when I was 21 in 1970 and job-related master’s degrees when I was 27, 31, and 48, b) job-related professional certifications when I was 30, 32, 41, 45, 47, and 48, and c) a job-related professional license when I was 32.)
https://ilbusinessdaily.com/stories/539126551-bachelor-s-degree-pay-bonus-over-high-school-diploma-is-89-in-illinois

ILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE
— 63 FORMER STATE LAWMAKERS RECEIVING MORE THAN $100K PENSIONS – Ben Szalinski (DIERSEN: Those who get government pensions get little or no Social Security. My Social Security is only $2,155/year. My $54,168/year Civil Service Retirement System is dramatically less a) because my Democrat GAO superiors succeeded in forcing me to take their early retirement “offer” in 1997 when I was 49 years old, b) because my Democrat GAO superiors refused to promote me beyond GS-13, c) because my Democrat IRS superiors refused to promote me beyond GS-12, and d) because my Democrat Post Office superiors forced me to resign in 1969.)
https://www.illinoispolicy.org/63-former-state-lawmakers-receiving-more-than-100k-pensions/

ILLINOIS FAMILY ACTION
— You Are Just Too Woke for Me – Dr. Michael L. Brown
https://illinoisfamilyaction.org/2020/06/you-are-just-too-woke-for-me/
— Young White Liberals Living Out Their “Teenage Anarchist Fantasy” – Peter Heck
https://illinoisfamilyaction.org/2020/06/young-white-liberals-living-out-their-teenage-anarchist-fantasy/

ILLINOIS FAMILY INSTITUTE
— Racism is Your Fault, You Just Don’t Realize It – Micah Clark (DIERSEN: Ever-increasingly, since the Civil War, Democrats blame Republicans for racism, and especially Republicans who are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://illinoisfamily.org/uncategorized/racism-is-your-fault-you-just-dont-realize-it/

WASHINGTON EXAMINER
— Ohio National Guardsman removed for alleged white supremacism activity online – Zachary Halaschak
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/ohio-national-guardsman-removed-for-alleged-white-supremacism-activity-online

GOPUSA
— Deplorable Moment: Biden Claims ’10 To 15 Percent’ Of Americans Are ‘Just Not Very Good People’
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=90009

RUSH LIMBAUGH
— The Democrat Party Declares War on Police
https://www.rushlimbaugh.com/daily/2020/06/05/the-democrat-party-declares-war-on-police/

BREITBART
— Joe Biden Says Trump Deserves ‘No Credit’ For Job Increases – WILLIAM DAVIS (DIERSEN: I served as the TAPROOT Republicans of Illinois Chairman 2005-2012. My critics/opponents, their operatives, and their dupes gave me no credit for my assuring that TAPROOT a) held a meeting every third Saturday morning except in August and December, b) held a picnic every August, and c) held a Christmas party every December. My critics/opponents, their operatives, and their dupes demonized, denigrated, and condemned a) those who I recruited to speak at TAPROOT events and/or b) those who attended those events.)
https://dailycaller.com/2020/06/05/joe-biden-trump-jobs-may-report-no-credit/

NEWSMAX
— GOP Already Has the Lock on Diversity – Stephen B. Presser (DIERSEN: What do you say to Democrat plant, Libertarian plant, Green plant, and RINO activists, candidates, elected officials, party leaders, major donors, political consultants, campaign managers, etc. who talk and/or act like they are Democrats concerning diversity? They focus on getting rid of Republicans who are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://www.newsmax.com/stephenbpresser/maga-deplorables-people/2020/06/05/id/970760/
(FROM THE ARTICLE: Democrats claim that Donald Trump seeks to divide America, but it’s the progressives like Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden, who maintain that there are good and bad Americans, and, presumably, that the bad should be ignored or silenced. Hillary bemoaned the “basket of deplorables” supporting Trump, and Biden dismisses “from 10 to 15 percent of the people out there who are just not very good people.” The Democratic Party is now committed to an adversarial ideology of “Us” vs. “Them.” The very core of identity politics is a marking out of groups — Women, African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, Gays and Lesbians, Transgenders, and others — groups against which America is alleged to have wrongly discriminated. Their claim is that these groups are entitled to an ameliorating redistribution of resources, to be funded by increasing taxes on the wealthy and privileged — presumably the nefarious beneficiaries of this alleged discrimination.)

THE HILL
— Michael Jordan donates $100M to fight for racial equality – BROOKE SEIPEL (DIERSEN: Democrats fight for racial equality by getting rid of Republicans, and especially Republicans who are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/in-the-know/501425-michael-jordan-donates-100-million-to-fight-for-racial-equality
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Republicans fear Trump may cost them Senate.”
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/501417-republicans-fear-trump-may-cost-them-senate
— Huge protest expected in DC amid escalating scrutiny of police tactics – MARTY JOHNSON (DIERSEN: To promote protests against law enforcement is to promote riots.).
https://thehill.com/homenews/news/501454-huge-protest-expected-in-dc-amid-escalating-scrutiny-of-police

ASSOCIATED PRESS
— Paris police ban another protest citing spread of COVID-19
https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/nation-world/paris-protest-europe/507-15ba0340-0018-4fe6-b34e-841febd54ac1

CNN
— Zuckerberg posts ‘Black lives matter’ and pledges to review Facebook’s policies – Rishi Iyengar (DIERSEN: How soon, if not already, will Facebook officially condemn individuals, organizations, companies, governments, and countries that are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time?)
https://www.cnn.com/2020/06/05/tech/zuckerberg-facebook-black-lives-matter/index.html

CBS NEWS
— D.C. Mayor Bowser asks Trump to withdraw “extraordinary” military and unidentified law enforcement – GRACE SEGERS (DIERSEN: Trump-haters would love it if their “peaceful protesters” would burn down the White House.”)
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dc-mayor-bowser-asks-trump-withdraw-extraordinary-military-unidentified-law-enforcement/

NBC NEWS
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: To promote reparations is to promote hatred against those who are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/reparations-slavery-are-only-way-fix-america-s-racial-wealth-ncna1225251

NEW YORK TIMES
— FRONT PAGE: D.C.’s Mayor Fights for Control of Her City at Trump’s Front Door Amid tensions with the president over his deployment of federal officers during protests, Washington’s mayor had “Black Lives Matter” painted near the White House in an unmistakable assertion of control. – Zolan Kanno-Youngs, Jennifer Steinhauer and Kenneth P. Vogel (DIERSEN: How soon with the Democrats officially declare war on America?)
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/05/us/politics/muriel-bowser-trump.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Democrats want Blacks to blame “corporate America” for the problems that Blacks have. Democrats also want Blacks to blame the following for the problems that Blacks have: those who are Trump supporters, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, Protestant, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/06/business/corporate-america-has-failed-black-america.html
— HARDCOPY ARTICLE TITLE: 10% Pay Cut for Workers. Possible Jackpot for Boss. – Peter Eavis and Anupreeta Das (DIERSEN: When GAO was hit with devastating Republican-led budget cuts during the 1980s and 1990s, the Democrats who ran GAO assured its employees who were minority, female, younger, and/or veteran that they would be protected from any adverse impacts. I should write a book about my critics/opponents, their operatives, and their dupes who a) rail against government salaries, benefits, and pensions but b) say nothing about private sector salaries, benefits, and pensions. They talk and/or act like they are getting money under the table from corporate America.)
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/04/business/raytheon-ceo-stock.html
— Minority Workers Who Lagged in a Boom Are Hit Hard in a Bust African-Americans and Latinos are especially vulnerable to job losses in the pandemic and at a disadvantage in getting government support. – Patricia Cohen and Ben Casselman (DIERSEN: When GAO was hit with devastating Republican-led budget cuts during the 1980s and 1990s, the Democrats who ran GAO assured its employees who were minority, female, younger, and/or veteran that they would be protected from any adverse impacts.)
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/06/business/economy/jobs-report-minorities.html
— Should I Die Abroad, Bring Me Back to Mexico. When it comes to our dead, Mexicans have deeply ingrained cultural traditions, which involves bringing them back to the place where they were born. – Jorge Ramos (DIERSEN: When I die, I want to be cremated. I do not want to be buried in Wheaton because there are far too many in my neighborhood, in my precinct, in Wheaton’s West District, in Wheaton, in Milton Township, and in DuPage County who are anti-Trump, anti-conservative, anti-patriotic, anti-Republican, anti-American, anti-White, anti-male, anti-older people, anti-non poor people, anti-gun owners, anti-Protestants, anti-German Americans, anti-draft avoiders, anti-those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time, anti-federal employees and retirees, anti-etc.)
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/05/opinion/mexico-coronavirus-burials.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “How to Beat the Bully in His Bunker. Democrats can learn from the people who know Trump’s base best — the Never Trump Republicans.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/05/opinion/republicans-lincoln-project-trump.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Donald Trump Is Our National Catastrophe. With malice toward all; with charity for none.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/05/opinion/donald-trump.html
— Appeals Court Blocks White House From Suspending Reporter’s Press Pass – Charlie Savage (DIERSEN: I should write a book about a) those who since 2000 have officially or unofficially suspended my GOPUSA ILLINOIS press credentials and b) the real reasons why they did that.)
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/05/us/politics/brian-karem-press-pass-white-house.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Security Concerns Give the White House a Fortified New Look. It increasingly resembles a Washington version of the Green Zone that sheltered American and Iraqi officials in Baghdad.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/05/us/politics/white-house-security.html
— FRONT PAGE TOP OF FOLD: Research Shows Students Falling Months Behind During Virus Disruptions The abrupt switch to remote learning wiped out academic gains for many students in America, and widened racial and economic gaps. Catching up in the fall won’t be easy. – Dana Goldstein
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/05/us/coronavirus-education-lost-learning.html

WALL STREET JOURNAL
— Weekend George Floyd Protests Planned, Seek Police Reforms Calls for changes to U.S. justice system continue; some cities cut funding for police; Minneapolis moves to ban police chokeholds – Stephanie Yang, Akane Otani and Douglas Belkin (DIERSEN: Ever-increasingly, leaders of the following groups promote protests and/or take over protests: anti-Trump, anti-conservative, anti-patriotic, anti-Republican, anti-American, anti-White, anti-male, anti-older people, anti-rich people, anti-gun owners, anti-Protestant, anti-German Americans, anti-draft avoiders, and/or anti-those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/tenth-night-of-protests-follow-floyd-memorial-11591370259
— Violent Protest and the Intelligentsia Scholar Gary Saul Morson sees disturbing parallels between Russia before the Revolution and contemporary America. – Barton Swaim (DIERSEN: Ever-increasingly, leaders of the following groups promote protests and/or take over protests: anti-Trump, anti-conservative, anti-patriotic, anti-Republican, anti-American, anti-White, anti-male, anti-older people, anti-rich people, anti-gun owners, anti-Protestant, anti-German Americans, anti-draft avoiders, and/or anti-those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/violent-protest-and-the-intelligentsia-11591400422
— Politicians Shutter Churches and Synagogues, Then Tolerate Riots Congregating in public is now a privilege extended to political activists but denied to the devout. – Abigail Shrier
https://www.wsj.com/articles/politicians-shutter-churches-and-synagogues-then-tolerate-riots-11591376851
— The Office Is Far Away. Can Its Culture Survive? – Chip Cutter (DIERSEN: I should write a book about the cultures in the following: a) Milton Township Republican Organization since 1999, b) TAPROOT Republicans of Illinois 2005-2012, c) Wheaton Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee 2003-2011, d) Illinois Center Right Coalition 2003-2007, e) American Association of Political Consultants Midwest Chapter 2001-2004, f) GAO 1980-1997, g) IRS 1971-1980, h) Firestone Stores, 1970-1972, and i) Park Forest Post Office 1966-1969.)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-office-is-far-away-can-its-culture-survive-11591369572
— Readers Flock to Books About Race Relations ‘White Fragility,’ ‘How to Be an Antiracist’ are among many titles related to racial issues leading Amazon’s bestseller list – Jeffrey A. Trachtenberg (DIERSEN: Ever-increasingly, Democrats and Democrat plants, Libertarians and Libertarian plants, Greens and Green plants, and RINOs demonize, denigrate, and condemn Republicans as being White supremacists, Nazis, KKK members, haters, racists, sexists, bigots, and even worse things who should be gotten rid of once and for all.)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/readers-flock-to-books-about-race-relations-11591365596
— Democrats Push for New Criminal Justice Measures in Party Platform Some people writing the platform said they want a national database of police officers who have been punished for misconduct – Tarini Parti (DIERSEN: What is next – a national data base of federal employees who were forced to retire or resign?)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/democrats-push-for-new-criminal-justice-measures-in-party-platform-11591362000
— The Results Are In for Remote Learning: It Didn’t Work The pandemic forced schools into a crash course in online education. Problems piled up quickly. ‘- Tawnell D. Hobbs and Lee Hawkins
https://www.wsj.com/articles/schools-coronavirus-remote-learning-lockdown-tech-11591375078

FORBES
— Illinois Will Be The Poster Case For State Bankruptcy – Ike Brannon
https://www.forbes.com/sites/ikebrannon/2020/06/05/illinois-will-be-the-poster-case-for-state-bankruptcy/#28e0be73550d

BUSINESS INSIDER
— Elon Musk teases Twitter with an obscure tweet before defending marijuana dealing – Sophia Ankel (DIERSEN: To push pot on an individual, organization, company, government, or country is to destroy that individual, organization, company, government, or country.)
https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-questions-why-people-are-incarcerated-for-selling-marijuana-2020-6

U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
— DISGUSTING, TRAGIC: ‘Stand up to Trump!’ Canada Protesters Shout to Trudeau Who Kneels at Anti-Racism Rally – Reuters
https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2020-06-05/stand-up-to-trump-canadian-protesters-shout-to-trudeau-during-anti-racism-rally

AARP
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Ever-increasingly, to fight for social justice is to get rid of people who are older, and especially those who are Trump supporters, Protestant, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, non-poor, gun owners, draft avoiders, German American, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2020/jenkins-social-justice.html

May 31 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Chicago protests: City roads closed, CTA service suspended to ensure safety, peaceful protests; Illinois National Guard called in Gov. Pritzker asks for Illinois National Guard’s assistance – Michelle Gallardo
https://abc7chicago.com/traffic/watch-live-il-national-guard-activated-chicago-closes-roads/6222959/
— Chicago protests: City announces new temporary road closures, CTA suspension in Loop to ensure safety, peaceful protests; Illinois National Guard called in Gov. Pritzker asks for Illinois National Guard’s assistance
https://abc7chicago.com/traffic/chicago-announces-road-closures-cta-suspension-in-loop/6222959/
— George Floyd death: Chicago Downtown, River North businesses begin cleanup after day of rallies turns violent; at least 4 shot, 1 killed Mayor Lightfoot institutes citywide curfew – Michelle Gallardo, Will Jones and Jesse Kirsch
https://abc7chicago.com/chicago-businesses-begin-cleanup-after-day-of-protests/6222518/
— Chicago George Floyd protests: Businesses board up after day of rallies turns violent; at least 6 shot, 1 killed Chicago protesters rally outside Mayor Lightfoot’s Logan Square home – Michelle Gallardo, Will Jones, Cate Cauguiran and Jesse Kirsch
https://abc7chicago.com/chicago-businesses-board-up-on-3rd-straight-day-of-protests/6222518/
— Illinois must act now to ensure safe, fair November election, BGA says Vote by mail system should be strengthened – BGA
https://abc7chicago.com/politics/illinois-must-act-now-to-ensure-safe-fair-nov-election-bga/6221388/

NBC5
— Chicago Looting and Protests: Suburbs on Alert, CTA to Suspend All Service Sunday Evening
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-looting-and-protests-the-latest-updates-as-the-city-begins-to-clean-up/2280980/
— Police Warn Shoppers to Avoid Some Suburban Malls, Multiple Shopping Centers Closed Disruptions were reported at or near multiple suburban shopping centers
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/police-warn-shoppers-to-avoid-some-suburban-malls-multiple-shopping-centers-closed/2281265/
— Several South Suburbs Implement Curfews Amid Reports of Looting and Unrest
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/several-south-suburbs-implement-curfews-amid-reports-of-looting-and-unrest/2281340/
— Kankakee County Officials Issue ‘Precautionary Stay-at-Home’ Advisory Amid Unconfirmed Looting Reports
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/kankakee-county-officials-issue-precautionary-stay-at-home-advisory-amid-unconfirmed-looting-reports/2281319/
— Lightfoot Describes Criminal Activity at Saturday’s Protests as “Choreographed” Chicago police arrested at least 240 people after protests and looting spread throughout the downtown area on Saturday, according to Superintendent David Brown
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/lightfoot-describes-criminal-activity-at-saturdays-protests-as-choreographed/2281373/
— 16 Dead, at Least 30 People Injured in Weekend Shootings Across Chicago
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/16-dead-at-least-30-people-injured-in-weekend-shootings-across-chicago/2281362/

CBS2
— Gov. JB Pritzker Orders National Guard To Support Chicago Police
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/31/chicago-national-guard-protests-george-floyd/
— Another Day Of Unrest, Protests In Chicago
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/31/live-updates-national-guard-called-into-chicago-as-unrest-persists/
— South Loop Left With Major Damage As It Prepares For Another Night Of Protests – Steven Graves
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/31/south-loop-left-with-major-damage-as-it-prepares-for-another-night-of-protests/
— Protesters Face Off With Police In Hyde Park
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/31/protesters-face-off-with-police-in-hyde-park/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— National Guard will be in Chicago to support police, protect First Amendment rights, mayor says
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/national-guard-will-be-in-chicago-to-support-police-protect-first-amendment-rights-mayor-says
— South suburban stores hit by looters in wake of George Floyd protests – Tia Ewing
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/south-suburban-stores-hit-by-looters-in-wake-of-george-floyd-protests

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— George Floyd fallout: New protests and unrest reported in city and suburbs; CTA suspends service; National Guard called in; city reduces access into downtown
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-george-floyd-chicago-protests-20200531-qghf4l7ysjgl3etxqu3jv6oq6a-story.html
— Coronavirus in Illinois updates: Officials report 1,343 new known COVID-19 cases and 60 more deaths as Lightfoot says Chicago’s reopening on June 3 could be delayed
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-pandemic-chicago-illinois-news-20200530-y4hd43iiq5fvpbke7pd7c4ln4m-story.html
— AS THE DEMOCRAT PARTY’S STRANGLEHOLD ON ILLINOIS, ON COOK COUNTY, AND ON CHICAGO TIGHTENS: Michael Jordan calls for ‘systemic change’ in his statement on the death of George Floyd: ‘Every one of us needs to be part of the solution’
https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bulls/ct-michael-jordan-george-floyd-statement-20200531-cz4o6mosdzby3p7smkz7ts2nky-story.html
— Zero tolerance for rioting in the fight for police reform – Editorial
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-chicago-protest-george-floyd-lightfoot-20200531-57f3khaayvghpjlte5gwtlceou-story.html
— After the riots in Chicago, all that broken glass like shattered dreams – John Kass
https://www.chicagotribune.com/columns/john-kass/ct-george-floyd-chicago-riot-kass-20200601-zcbw4m332nc7bg4ycccaw3mes4-story.html
— Naperville rally protesting George Floyd death peaceful, but puts spotlight on cop abuse: ‘Welcome to the revolution’ – ALICIA FABBRE
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-naperville-george-floyd-rally-st-0603-20200601-zpxhg7rwlrhqbexi6en7dd5iae-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— CTA shutting down bus and train services Sunday night
https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/2020/5/31/21276051/lightfoot-limits-access-loop-curfew-protest-riots-chicago
— Trump declares Antifa a terrorist organization as officials blame differing groups for fomenting violence ‘This is being driven by Antifa,’ national security adviser Robert O’Brien said on CNN. “This is a destructive force of radical — I don’t even know if we want to call them leftists. Whatever they are, they’re — they’re militants who are coming in and burning our cities . . .’
https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/2020/5/31/21276134/george-floyd-protests-government-officials-blame-differing-groups-outsiders-violence-antifa
— Several suburbs set curfews as officials brace for unrest Orland Park, Oak Lawn, Tinley Park, Chicago Ridge and Oak Park all declared curfews from Sunday evening until Monday morning. – Sam Kelly
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/5/31/21276405/chicago-suburbs-curfews-protests-looting-george-floyd

DAILY HERALD
— Suburban malls shut down over looting, safety concerns
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200531/suburban-malls-shut-down-over-looting-safety-concerns
— Chicago limits downtown access after night of tense protests – AP
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200531/news/305319965/
— State reports 60 more COVID-19 deaths as case total eclipses 120,000 – Steve Zalusky
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200531/state-reports-60-more-covid-19-deaths-as-case-total-eclipses-120000
— Charity offers diapers, school supplies to families in need – AP
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200531/news/305319996/

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— Lightfoot locks down Loop after looting, fires rip downtown “Following multiple public safety incidents and property damage that occurred overnight,” the mayor announced access to the Loop would be restricted. National Guard soldiers will be called in to help police. – A.D. QUIG
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/government/lightfoot-locks-down-loop-after-looting-fires-rip-downtown
— ‘There is no doubt. This was an organized effort.’ The mayor says she sees strong evidence to that effect—and she’s seeking federal help to determine who did what. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/there-no-doubt-was-organized-effort
— AS THE DEMOCRAT PARTY’S STRANGLEHOLD ON ILLINOIS, ON COOK COUNTY, AND ON CHICAGO TIGHTENS: The change we all need slips further from our grasp as riots savage Chicago The prize we must seek is change. Our leaders must be squeezed and squeezed again until they bring it about. Please, Chicago, don’t make achieving that change more difficult. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/change-we-all-need-slips-further-our-grasp-riots-savage-chicago

WBEZ
— Protests Force Target, CVS And Walmart To Close Some Stores – AP
https://www.wbez.org/stories/protests-force-target-cvs-and-walmart-to-close-some-stores/57da29bb-08aa-4026-8b02-95ad13be03ce

WREX
— Pritzker activates Illinois national guard to assist in Chicago surrounding protests – Devin Brooks
https://wrex.com/2020/05/31/pritzker-activates-illinois-national-guard-to-assist-in-chicago-surrounding-protests/
— O’Shea: Out of town residents sparked chaos during rally NEW – Andrew Carrigan
https://wrex.com/2020/05/31/oshea-out-of-town-residents-sparked-chaos-during-rally/

KFVS
— Gov. Pritzker activates Illinois National Guard to protect Chicago
https://www.kfvs12.com/2020/05/31/gov-pritzker-activates-illinois-national-guard-protect-chicago/

CHICAGO MORNING STAR
— DuPage County Sheriff asks Governor to stop the threats – Gabriella Remillard
https://chicagomorningstar.com/dupage-county-sheriff-asks-governor-to-stop-the-threats

ELMHURST PATCH
— Elmhurst On High Alert After Reports Of Looters Going To Suburbs Some Elmhurst stores closed on city’s advice. Outdoor dining continues at some places. – David Giuliani
https://patch.com/illinois/elmhurst/elmhurst-warns-public-criminal-groups

DUPAGE COUNTY
— Statement from County Board Chairman Dan Cronin
https://www.dupageco.org/Content.aspx?id=62922
(THE STATEMENT: “This evening, I stand with Sheriff Mendrick and State’s Attorney Berlin in support of our DuPage County communities. We condemn the actions that resulted in the death of George Floyd and we support people’s right to assemble and peacefully protest. But there is a difference between protesting peacefully and committing criminal acts. Protestors in DuPage County who damage or destroy private or public property, or who commit criminal acts like arson, burglary, and criminal damage to property will be arrested, prosecuted and if found guilty, imprisoned. We have no tolerance for those who would use this tragic occurrence to cause further pain in our community.”)

CITY OF WHEATON
— Wheaton Police Community Safety Alert
https://www.wheaton.il.us/civicalerts.aspx?AID=409
(FROM THE ALERT: The Wheaton Police Department has become aware of several situations in neighboring DuPage County communities where large groups of people are traveling into the area, causing damage, and burglarizing local stores and businesses. Some local businesses have chosen to close early due to this situation out of an abundance of caution for the safety of their employees and customers. The Wheaton Police Department will have an increased presence in the community and will continue to monitor the ongoing situation. The increased presence will remain until the broader situation stabilizes. Additional updates will be released on the City’s Facebook and Twitter accounts as new information becomes available. We would like to encourage our residents and community members to safely report any criminal behavior or any other unusual situation. Please call your local businesses ahead of time to ensure they are still open and operating before travelling to shop or dine. If you encounter a situation or observe criminal behavior, the police department encourages you to leave the area and call 9-1-1 when you are safely able to do so.)

MCHENRY COUNTY BLOG
— Millionaire Jack Franks & Billionaire JB Pritzker Unmasked in Fontana, Wisconsin
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/31/millionaire-jack-franks-billionaire-jb-pritzker-unmasked-in-fontana-wisconsin/
— National Guard to Chicago
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/31/national-guard-to-chicago/
— Antifa in Chicago?
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/31/antifa-in-chicago/
— Cook County Assessor Finally Follows Rest of State by Assessing All Homes at the Same Time
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/31/cook-county-assessor-finally-follows-rest-of-state-by-assessing-all-homes-at-the-same-time/
— Democrats Control Cities Having Trouble, But Apparently Should Not Be Blamed for Not Solving Them
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/30/democrats-control-cities-having-trouble-but-apparently-should-not-be-blamed-for-not-solving-them/
— Dems Protect Public Sector Jobs during Lockdown
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/30/dems-protect-public-sector-jobs-during-lockdown/

CAPITOL FAX
— Pritzker implores protesters to “not force a difficult second rebuilding on our small businesses in the course of expressing your very justified pain”
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/31/pritzker-implores-protesters-to-not-force-a-difficult-second-rebuilding-on-our-small-businesses-in-the-course-of-expressing-your-very-justified-pain/

WASHINGTON EXAMINER
— Trump’s national security adviser denies systemic racism exists in police forces – Caitlin Yilek
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/trumps-national-security-adviser-denies-systemic-racism-exists-in-police-forces

BREITBART
— Black Federal Officer Patrick Underwood Shot And Killed in Oakland Riot – ALLUM BOKHARI
https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2020/05/31/black-federal-officer-patrick-underwood-shot-and-killed-in-oakland-riot/
— The Riots Began With Obama’s Embrace of Occupy Wall Street – JOEL B. POLLAK
https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2020/05/31/pollak-the-riots-began-with-obamas-embrace-of-occupy/
— Twitter Allows Looters to Coordinate Criminal Behavior While It Declares ‘#BlackLivesMatter’ – ALLUM BOKHARI
https://www.breitbart.com/tech/2020/05/31/twitter-allows-looters-to-coordinate-criminal-behavior-while-it-declares-blacklivesmatter/

NEWSMAX
— Trump Encourages ‘MAGA’ Fans to Assemble at the White House
https://www.newsmax.com/headline/trump-maga-supporters-riots/2020/05/30/id/969785/

NATIONAL REVIEW
— The President Has the Constitutional Power to Restore Order. He Must Act. – ANDREW C. MCCARTHY
https://www.nationalreview.com/2020/05/the-president-has-the-constitutional-power-to-restore-order-he-must-act/

THE HILL
— Trump says he will designate antifa a terrorist organization – BRANDON CONRADIS AND JUSTINE COLEMAN
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/500357-trump-says-he-will-designate-antifa-a-terrorist-organization

CBS NEWS
— Protesters and police clash in dozens of cities for 5th night as anger boils over
https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/george-floyd-death-protests-minneapolis-2020-05-31/

NEWSWEEK
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters promote hatred of Trump.

https://www.newsweek.com/lady-gaga-calls-trump-racist-fool-1507654

May 30 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Chicago protests escalate again Saturday after police injured, 108 arrests made overnight
https://abc7chicago.com/108-arrested-after-clashes-with-chicago-police-in-loop/6220813/

NBC5
— Chicago Police Closed Lake Shore Drive Amid Downtown Protests
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-officials-prepare-for-more-marches-on-national-day-of-protest-in-aftermath-of-george-floyds-death/2280584/
— Scenes From Chicago Saturday Protests Following the Death of George Floyd
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/scenes-from-chicago-saturday-protests-following-the-death-of-george-floyd/2280708/
— Protesters Smash Windows of Police SUV at Chicago Demonstrations
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/protesters-smash-windows-of-police-suv-at-chicago-demonstrations/2280670/
— Chicago’s Top Cop Orders Mandatory Training for Officers After George Floyd’s Death “It’s always a right time to do right. Everyone deserves a measure of respect, everyone,” CPD Supt. David Brown said in a statement Thursday
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicagos-top-cop-orders-mandatory-training-for-officers-after-george-floyds-death/2279730/

CBS2
— Protests In Chicago In Wake Of Death Of George Floyd
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/30/live-updates-protests-in-chicago-in-wake-of-death-of-george-floyd/
— Illinois Reports 1,462 New COVID-19 Cases, 61 New Death
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/30/illinois-reports-1462-new-covid-19-cases-61-new-deaths/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— Hundreds of people in downtown Chicago protest death of George Floyd
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/hundreds-of-people-in-downtown-chicago-protest-death-of-george-floyd

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Chaotic scene unfolding in Loop, North Side as protesters have jumped onto bus, climbed a light pole, clashed with police during demonstration over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis – JEREMY GORNER, MADELINE BUCKLEY and PAIGE FRY
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-loop-protests-property-damage-20200530-ncvxjtwglnfoddlyj4yuhd6lwm-story.html
— South and west suburbs see 8%-15% decrease in home values amid coronavirus pandemic, Cook County assessor says – ALICE YIN
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-cook-county-assessors-office-report-home-value-south-west-suburbs-20200529-iuidlz66ybdbfoirjmz2eestlu-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— 61 more deaths raise Illinois coronavirus toll to 5,330
https://chicago.suntimes.com/essential-coronavirus-news/2020/5/30/21275465/coronavirus-covid-19-live-updates-blog-chicago-illinois-pritzker-lightfoot-2020

DAILY HERALD
— Illinois reports 1,462 new COVID-19 cases, 61 more deaths Saturday – Christopher Placek
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200530/illinois-reports-1462-new-covid-19-cases-61-more-deaths-saturday

CHICAGO CRUSADER
— Chicago Police Officers Ordered To No Longer Use Force To Disperse Large Gatherings
https://chicagocrusader.com/chicago-police-officers-ordered-to-no-longer-use-force-to-disperse-large-gatherings/

WASHINGTON EXAMINER
— ‘Nice!’: Trump blasts DC mayor for keeping city police away from White House protests – Anthony Leonardi
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/nice-trump-blasts-dc-mayor-for-keeping-city-police-away-from-white-house-protests
— ‘Pathetic’: Burgess Owens rips Taylor Swift for accusing Trump of pushing white supremacy following George Floyd death – Andrew Mark Miller
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/pathetic-burgess-owens-rips-taylor-swift-for-accusing-trump-of-pushing-white-supremacy-following-george-floyd-death
— Trump: Protesters are ‘organized groups’ that ‘have nothing to do with George Floyd’ – Mike Brest
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/trump-protesters-are-organized-groups-that-have-nothing-to-do-with-george-floyd

GOPUSA
— Supreme Court Rejects Challenge To Restrictions On Church Services; Roberts Stands With Liberals
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=89633

FOX NEWS
— Trump’s social media executive order is justified – protects free speech, combats censorship – Jim Hanson
https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/jim-hanson-trumps-social-media-executive-order-is-justified-protects-free-speech-combats-censorship

AMERICAN THINKER
— What the rioters, and their apologists, have squandered – Stu Tarlowe
https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2020/05/what_the_rioters_and_their_apologists_have_squandered.html

NEWSMAX
— Floyd Rioters’ Unworthy Cause Only Punishes the Innocent – Deroy Murdock
https://www.newsmax.com/murdock/minneapolis-twincities-arsonists/2020/05/30/id/969750/
— Trump Warns Breach White House Fence, Find ‘Vicious Dogs, Ominous Weapons’ – Eric Mack
https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/looting-shooting-white-house-protest/2020/05/30/id/969757/

FEDERALIST
— It’s Time To Stop Pretending Twitter Is Neutral If Twitter wants to editorialize and ‘factcheck’ President Trump’s tweets with disclaimers, then it should be treated like any other publisher. – John Daniel Davidson
https://thefederalist.com/2020/05/28/its-time-to-stop-pretending-twitter-is-neutral/

POLITICO
— Trump warns protesters after White House partially locked down by Floyd demonstration Reporters were eventually allowed to leave the building after marchers had gathered in Lafayette Park. – MATTHEW CHOI and CRAIG HOWIE
https://www.politico.com/news/2020/05/29/white-house-protest-lock-down-290224

NEW YORK TIMES
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “America Is a Tinderbox. Scenes from a country in free fall.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/29/opinion/george-floyd-protests-minneapolis.html

WASHINGTON POST
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “Gripped by disease, unemployment and outrage at the police, America plunges into crisis.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/plagued-by-disease-unemployment-and-outrage-at-the-police-america-plunges-into-crisis/2020/05/29/c8329bb2-a1b5-11ea-81bb-c2f70f01034b_story.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Violence in Minneapolis is rooted in the history of racist policing in America Police violence against African Americans has persisted for centuries.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2020/05/30/violence-minneapolis-is-rooted-history-racist-policing-america/

BLOOMBERG
— Trump Praises Secret Service, Slams White House Protesters
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-05-30/trump-praises-secret-service-slams-protesters-at-white-house

FORBES
— Trump Focuses On White House Protests—Warns Of ‘Ominous Weapons,’ Promises ‘MAGA NIGHT’—After Night Of Chaos – Jack Brewster
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackbrewster/2020/05/30/trump-focuses-on-white-house-protests-warns-of-ominous-weapons-promises-maga-night-after-night-of-chaos/

NATIONAL LAW REVIEW
— CDC COVID-19 Workplace Reopening Guidelines – High-Risk Employees – Gregg S. Kahn and Laura Stutz (DIERSEN: What about guidelines for organizations for their high-risk members?)
https://www.natlawreview.com/article/cdc-covid-19-workplace-reopening-guidelines-high-risk-employees

May 5 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Coronavirus Illinois: Gov. Pritzker reveals ‘Restore Illinois’ plan to reopen state as total COVID-19 cases near 66K with 2.8K fatalities Illinois reports highest daily COVID-19 death toll since crisis began – Diane Pathieu
https://abc7chicago.com/society/live-gov-pritzker-reveals-restore-illinois-plan-to-reopen-state-/6152300/

NBC5
— Pritzker Reveals Five-Phased Plan to Reopen Illinois The earliest any location can begin entering the next phase will be May 29, the governor said
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/pritzker-reveals-five-phases-of-reopening-for-illinois/2266932/
— Pritzker Details Reopening Plan, State Sees Deadliest Day Here are the latest developments on the coronavirus crisis today
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-coronavirus-updates-possible-new-treatment-future-of-restaurants/2266715/
— Pritzker’s Full Announcement On Illinois’ Phased Reopening Plan Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday announced a plan that would reopen Illinois in five phases amid the coronavirus pandemic.
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/read-pritzkers-full-announcement-on-illinois-phased-reopening-plan/2266949/
— In Clamor to Reopen, Many Blacks Feel Their Safety Ignored To many, it seems that the people protesting — who have been predominantly white — are agitating for reopening because they won’t be the ones to suffer the consequences. So far, the facts are proving them right: The consequences of keeping some businesses open have been falling disproportionately on the shoulders of black people and other marginalized groups – Jay Reeves
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/in-clamor-to-reopen-many-blacks-feel-their-safety-ignored/2266757/
— Trump Says Only Blue States Have Budget Woes; He Couldn’t Be More Wrong Numerous Republican-led states are facing coronavirus-caused financial crises
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/trump-says-only-blue-states-have-budget-woes-he-couldnt-be-more-wrong/2267109/
— Pritzker Warns Major Events, Conventions Won’t Resume Until Improved Coronavirus Treatments Emerge Pritzker said that those types of large-scale events can’t resume until the final phase of the state’s reopening plan
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/pritzker-warns-major-events-conventions-wont-resume-until-improved-coronavirus-treatments-emerge/2267004/
— What Businesses Can Reopen in Each Phase of Illinois’ New Plan?
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/what-businesses-can-reopen-in-each-phase-of-illinois-new-plan/2267108/
— How Illinois Will Enforce Its Phased Reopening Plan, According to Pritzker The earliest any location can begin entering the next phase will be May 29, the governor said
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/how-illinois-will-enforce-its-phased-reopening-plan-according-to-pritzker/2267085/

CBS2
— Gov. JB Pritzker Unveils ‘Restore Illinois’ Plan To Gradually Reopen Economy On Regional Basis – Todd Feurer
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/05/gov-jb-pritzker-unveils-restore-illinois-plan-to-gradually-reopen-illinois-on-regional-basis/
— Gov. Pritzker Says There’s No Unemployment Backlog, But Source Says More Than 12,000 Illinoisans Still Waiting To Be Processed – Dana Kozlov
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/04/gov-pritzker-says-theres-no-unemploymentbacklog-but-source-says-more-than-12000-illinoisans-still-waiting-to-be-processed/
— In Rush To Reopen, Many Blacks Feel Their Safety Ignored
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/05/in-rush-to-reopen-many-blacks-feel-their-safety-ignored/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— ‘Restore Illinois’: Pritzker reveals 5-phase plan to reopen state amid COVID-19 pandemic
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/restore-illinois-pritzker-reveals-5-phase-plan-to-reopen-state-amid-covid-19-pandemic
— Illinois reports largest number of deaths from COVID-19 in a single day: 176
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/illinois-reports-largest-number-of-deaths-from-covid-19-in-a-single-day-176

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Gov. J.B. Pritzker lays out five-phase, regional plan for reopening Illinois – JAMIE MUNKS and DAN PETRELLA
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-illinois-pritzker-20200505-fu3dorsec5hkphtq7gzvzwv2y4-story.html
— Meatpackers reopening pork plants amid coronavirus fears – AP
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-nw-coronavirus-meatpacking-slaughterhouse-meat-supply-20200504-am6u2kqv4fhqvgshz6jqoim7wa-story.html
— Tracking Illinois coronavirus: 2,838 deaths, 65,962 confirmed cases, 346,286 tests, 24% ICU beds, 68% ventilators open
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-viz-coronavirus-cases-in-illinois-20200304-wz44mgw6wrd5zmzngx4kc3z6a4-htmlstory.html
— GOP congressmen ask Pritzker to seek federal aid for pork producers to help dispose of euthanized hog carcasses – RICK PEARSON
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-illinois-pork-industry-20200505-mei6nxlwjrhwzbiqqsagj5624e-story.html
— DuPage sheriff criticized for holding parade at the same time people are being told to avoid large groups – SUZANNE BAKER
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-coronavirus-dupage-sheriff-parade-st-0506-20200505-kofep6id3bhqbj2vciudlk2vha-story.html
(FROM THE ARTICLE: Mendrick said his department expected about 250 vehicles for the parade, but 400 showed up in a parking lot at Route 59 and North Avenue in West Chicago. “It shocked me when I saw it,” Mendrick said. “The first thing I said was this is not a good thing.” The sheriff said people spontaneously showed up after information about the parade and the route was posted on social media. He said his department underestimated the public’s desire to be outdoors and participate in “something overwhelmingly positive. ”We didn’t really know how much society needed to get out,” Mendrick said. He said the people he observed wore masks or maintained the proper distance from each other. To prevent social distancing issues, Mendrick said within five minutes of his arrival he told drivers to get in their vehicles, and the lot was emptied within 30 minutes. Seeing the hundreds of people lining the streets, socially distanced in their own yards, to watch the parade was very positive. “It was a heart-warming thing to see,” Mendrick said.)

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— Here’s how Gov. Pritzker plans to reopen Illinois
https://chicago.suntimes.com/essential-coronavirus-news/2020/5/5/21247748/latest-coronavirus-news-live-updates-chicago-illinois-2020
— Vote-by-mail debate raises fears of election disinformation Justice Department officials are concerned foreign adversaries could exploit any vulnerabilities in the vote-by-mail process, especially since even minor tampering could trigger widespread doubts about the integrity of the vote. – AP
https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2020/5/5/21248300/vote-by-mail-debate-election-disinformation-coronavirus-pandemic-covid-19-trump-2020
— A ‘fair map’ plan to redraw legislative districts in Illinois would have been a boon to Latinos To suggest that having politicians draw maps privately better protects Latinos and other people of color is to defy the evidence. – Liliana Scales and Deborah Harrington (DIERSEN: Democrats want maps to be drawn that favor groups that vote for Democrats including groups that are anti-Trump, anti-Protestant, anti-conservative, anti-patriotic, anti-Republican, anti-American, anti-White, anti-male, anti-older people, anti-rich people, anti-gun owners, anti-German Americans, anti-draft avoiders, and anti-those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/5/5/21248252/fair-map-illinois-gerrymandering-latinos-change-liliana-scales-deborah-harrington-legislature
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters use the pandemic to promote hares against individuals, organizations, companies, governments, and countries that are Trump supporters, Christian, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/5/5/21248296/anti-semitism-anti-immigrant-racism-bigotry-pandemic-holocaust-museum-edna-friedberg

DAILY HERALD
— Pritzker outlines regional reopening as state records 176 new COVID-19 deaths – Jake Griffin
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200505/pritzker-outlines-regional-reopening-as-state-records-176-new-covid-19-deaths
— Pot stores compete for prime spot near Woodfield – Eric Peterson
https://www.dailyherald.com/business/20200505/pot-stores-compete-for-prime-spot-near-woodfield
— Trump heads for Arizona; trip aims to show revival underway – AP
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200505/news/305059951/
— DuPage forest preserve revenue declining due to COVID-19 – Robert Sanchez
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200505/dupage-forest-preserve-revenue-declining-due-to-covid-19

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— Pritzker announces phased plan to reopen Illinois by region The plan establishes four health regions are established, each with the ability to independently move through a phased approach: Northeast Illinois; North-Central Illinois; Central Illinois; and Southern Illinois. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/pritzker-announces-phased-plan-reopen-illinois-region
— Illinois delays $1.2 billion debt sale after yield penalty soars The offering would have marked a major test of whether struggling American governments will be able to borrow easily as tax revenue dries up during the pandemic.
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/government/illinois-delays-12-billion-debt-sale-after-yield-penalty-soars
— Sam Zell: ‘We’re all going to be permanently scarred’ The billionaire known for buying up troubled real estate said the coronavirus pandemic will leave the same kind of impact on the economy and society as the Great Depression.
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/commercial-real-estate/sam-zell-were-all-going-be-permanently-scarred

QUAD CITY TIMES
— Transit systems face plunging ridership amid virus fears – AP
https://qctimes.com/business/transit-systems-face-plunging-ridership-amid-virus-fears/article_6636fc31-d271-58a5-b771-1e3a45d982b4.html

LINCOLN COURIER
— Macoupin County fair canceled; legal cannabis sales surge
https://www.lincolncourier.com/news/20200505/covid-19-updates-macoupin-county-fair-canceled-legal-cannabis-sales-surge

FOX ILLINOIS
— Trump tours, touts mask factory — but no mask for him – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/trump-tours-touts-mask-factory-but-no-mask-for-him

CAPITOL FAX
— 13,139 new cases, 176 additional deaths
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/13139-new-cases-176-additional-deaths/
— Pritzker unveils regionalized reopening plan
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/pritzker-unveils-regionalized-reopening-plan/
— React to Pritzker’s new plan
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/react-to-pritzkers-new-plan/
— Pritzker takes questions – Says he can’t predict when regions will move to next phase – Schools can open in phase 4 – Asked twice about Lolla – Repeats that you should look at averages, not one day – Not instructing IDOC to withhold masks from guards – Repeats he isn’t asking for law enforcement actions – All state is looking for is replacement of lost revenues, not pension money – Saddened by Rep. Buckner mask story – Hints that GA could return in May – Says he sees progress away from plateau – IDPH working on a school reopening plan – Explains IDPH regions – Again hints that GA may reconvene before end of May – Repeats he will not restrict in-state movement – Not involved in nursing home union talks – Dr. Ezike: “We’re not looking to create a police state” – Pritzker says local officials reopening prematurely are “encouraging people to get sick”
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/pritzker-takes-questions/
— House Speaker’s office was billed $606,000 for sexual harassment report
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/house-speakers-office-was-billed-606000-for-sexual-harassment-report/
— Roll Call moves Rodney Davis onto ten most vulnerable list
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/roll-call-moves-rodney-davis-onto-ten-most-vulnerable-list/
— Mask-haters causing problems at retail establishments
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/mask-haters-causing-problems-at-retail-establishments/
— New, more contagious strain identified
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/new-more-contagious-strain-identified/
— The consequences of reopening too soon
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/the-consequences-of-reopening-too-soon/
— State delays $1.2 billion bond sale
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/state-delays-12-billion-bond-sale/
— COGFA: “Perfect storm” slams April revenues
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/cogfa-perfect-storm-slams-april-revenues/
— House starts slowly bringing back staff
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/05/house-starts-slowly-bringing-back-staff/

WASHINGTON EXAMINER
— ‘Most responsible’: Indiana governor to lift gathering restrictions on churches – Nicholas Rowan
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/most-responsible-indiana-governor-to-lift-gathering-restrictions-on-churches
— #MAGA is back: Coronavirus devastation forces Trump to revive ‘Make America Great Again’ slogan – David M. Drucker
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/maga-is-back-coronavirus-devastation-forces-trump-to-revive-make-america-great-again-slogan
— Trump supporters throw Florida boat parade for president – Emma Colton
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/trump-supporters-throw-florida-boat-parade-for-president

GOPUSA
— Bush 43 Platitudes Ring Hollow
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=88354
— Coronavirus Pandemic + Trump Derangement Syndrome = Bad Math
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=88379

AMERICAN CONSERVATIVE
— Will A New Great Depression Dictate Trump’s Fate? The cold political interests of the Democratic Party today are what they were in Hoover’s time. – Patrick J. Buchanan
https://www.theamericanconservative.com/buchanan/will-a-new-great-depression-dictate-trumps-fate/
— Lockdown Wars: Debating Pandemic Measures In A Failed State If you thought COVID-19 wouldn’t get political, think again. – PETER VAN BUREN
https://www.theamericanconservative.com/articles/lockdown-wars-debating-pandemic-measures-in-a-failed-state/

NEWSMAX
— Judicial Watch Sues to Stop California Plan to Give $75M to Illegal Aliens – Tom Fitton
https://www.newsmax.com/tomfitton/california-illegal-immigration/2020/05/05/id/966153/

PJ MEDIA
— If Academia Gets a Bailout, It Should Come With These Conditions – DAVID RANDALL
https://pjmedia.com/blog/david-randall/2020/05/05/if-academia-gets-a-bailout-it-has-to-come-with-these-conditions-n388224

THE HILL
— Trump ready to turn page on COVID-19, despite crisis-level cases – BRETT SAMUELS
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/496262-trump-ready-to-turn-page-on-covid-19-despite-crisis-level-cases
— Trump won’t allow Fauci to testify before House because it’s ‘a bunch of Trump haters’ – BRETT SAMUELS
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/496133-trump-wont-allow-fauci-to-testify-before-house-because-its-a-bunch-of
— Openings may put black workers at disproportionate COVID-19 risk – JESSIE HELLMANN (DIERSEN: According to my critics/opponents, their operatives, and their dupes, all the jobs that I had a) were bad jobs and b) were jobs that Blacks should have had instead of me. I did yard work and delivered newspapers 1962-1964; washed dishes 1964-1966; cleaned golf shoes, chipped slag, and pumped gasoline in 1966; delivered mail 1966-1969; worked on an automobile assembly line and as a security guard in 1970; sold tires, automotive services, and major appliances 1970-1971; pumped gasoline 1971-1972; collected delinquent taxes 1971-1980; and audited federal agencies 1980-1997. My critics/opponents, their operatives, and their dupes have always hinted/implied/argued/shouted a) that instead of me, the Post Office should have hired a Black in 1966, b) that the Post Office should gotten rid of me much sooner than it did so that a Black could have my job, c) that instead of me, IRS should have hired a Black in 1971, d) that instead of me, IRS should have promoted Blacks in 1972, 1973, and 1974, e) that instead of me, GAO should have hired a Black in 1980, f) that instead of me, GAO should have promoted a Black in 1986, and g) that GAO should have gotten rid of me much sooner than it did so that a Black could have my job and my preferred corner office.)
https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/496190-opening-may-put-black-workers-at-disproportionate-risk

CNN
— FBI gun background checks remained high in April during coronavirus pandemic – Josh Campbell
https://www.kmov.com/fbi-gun-background-checks-remained-high-in-april-during-coronavirus-pandemic/article_bd6e9933-2f3d-5b30-8c2a-ea03e1369dae.html
— Coronavirus, face masks and America’s new fault line – Brandon Tensley
http://www.wicz.com/story/42088158/coronavirus-face-masks-and-americas-new-fault-line

WASHINGTON POST
— A man wore a KKK hood at a grocery store after San Diego County required face masks – Michael Brice-Saddler
https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2020/05/04/kkk-hood-coronavirus-mask/

FORBES
— What If Biden Declared His Running Mate Would Be A Man? The Downside Of Selecting Based On Sex – Kim Elsesser
https://www.forbes.com/sites/kimelsesser/2020/05/05/what-if-biden-declared-his-running-mate-would-be-a-man-the-downside-of-selecting-based-on-sex/
— America’s Colleges & Universities Awarded $12.5 Billion In Coronavirus Bailout – Who Can Get It And How Much – Adam Andrzejewski
https://www.forbes.com/sites/adamandrzejewski/2020/05/05/americas-colleges–universities-awarded-125-billion-in-coronavirus-bailout–who-can-get-it-and-how-much/

JD SUPRA
— A Checklist for Employers Planning to Reopen or Return to the Workplace
https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/a-checklist-for-employers-planning-to-53638/

NEWSWEEK
— CORONAVIRUS IS MAKING THE CASE FOR BLACK REPARATIONS CLEARER THAN EVER – WILLIAM A. DARITY JR. AND A. KIRSTEN MULLEN (DIERSEN: Members of the following groups believe that because they are members of the following groups, they will have to pay less reparations: anti-Trump, anti-Protestant, anti-conservative, anti-patriotic, anti-Republican, anti-American, anti-White, anti-male, anti-older people, anti-rich people, anti-gun owners, anti-draft avoiders, anti-German Americans, and/or anti-those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://www.newsweek.com/coronavirus-making-case-black-reparations-clearer-ever-opinion-1501887

LGBTQ NATION
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: The more of the following that you are, the more that LGBTQ-promoters condemn you: Trump supporter, Protestant, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owner, German American, draft avoider, and/or if your ancestors have been in America for a long time.
https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2020/05/theres-reason-mostly-white-men-protesting-coronavirus-protection-measures/

May 2 Morning Edition

ABC7
— Gov. Pritzker says major plan to trace COVID-19 cases needed before re-opening – Chuck Goudie and Barb Markoff, Christine Tressel and Ross Weidner
https://abc7chicago.com/health/pritzker-says-major-plan-to-trace-covid-19-cases-needed-before-re-opening/6143684/
— Michigan militia calling for coronavirus-related restrictions to be lifted puts armed protest in the spotlight – AP
https://abc7chicago.com/politics/michigan-militia-puts-armed-protest-in-the-spotlight/6144652/

NBC5
— NBC 5 Investigates: 44 Percent of IL Coronavirus Deaths Tied to Nursing Homes – Katie Kim and Lisa Capitanini
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/nbc-5-investigates-44-percent-of-il-coronavirus-deaths-tied-to-nursing-homes/2265342/
— Michigan Militia Puts Armed Protest in the Spotlight – Sara Burnett
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/michigan-militia-puts-armed-protest-in-the-spotlight/2265455/
— Chicago Police Issued More Than 4,600 Dispersal Orders, Arrested 17 in Enforcing Stay-at-Home Order in April
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-police-issued-more-than-4600-dispersal-orders-arrested-17-in-enforcing-stay-at-home-order-in-april/2265076/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— Protesters statewide demand Governor Pritzker reopen Illinois – Dane Placko
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/protesters-statewide-demand-governor-pritzker-reopen-illinois
— Was Illinois prepared when pandemic hit? Let’s get fired up! – Mike Flannery
https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/680155

WGN TV
— Message remains the same as state reports over 3k cases Friday, eases restrictions
https://wgntv.com/news/coronavirus/illinois-health-officials-announce-over-3k-new-covid-19-cases-state-total-at-56k/

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Time for states to reopen their economies? Political divisions emerge as Midwest governors weigh coronavirus cases vs. unemployment. – BILL RUTHHART
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-midwest-governors-pandemic-reopen-businesses-20200501-wagokkrburbkzfbkaopwasyfpi-htmlstory.html
— Why it matters when Gov. J.B. Pritzker wears a mask – ETHAN BUENO DE MESQUITA AND MEHDI SHADMEHR (DIERSEN: If you had to wear a mask to attend an event, how much would that discourage you from attending that event?)
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/commentary/ct-opinion-coronavirus-masks-social-norms-leadership-20200501-xmxrtw6pmjapzavku5q2cyeeei-story.html
— Ravinia cancellation will cost Highland Park $1 million in lost taxes, but mayor says it was correct decision – JOHN KEILMAN
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-ravinia-cancellation-impact-20200501-tqvg26bayzhsfljbuw6q27ywmu-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Trump’s incompetent crowd shows who the real nonessential workers are. It’s the people whose work can’t be done sitting home in front of a computer, and who can’t afford not to show up, whose contributions we forget to acknowledge.”
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/4/30/21242220/gene-lyons-coronavirus-covid-19-donald-trump-incompetence-blue-state-bailouts

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— Amid the clamor for reopening, a wary voice for workers This state rep has been putting public and private pressure on manufacturers to literally clean up their acts. – RICH MILLER
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/rich-miller-springfield/amid-clamor-reopening-wary-voice-workers

WTTW
— Pritzker Hopes Contact Tracing ‘Army’ Can Help Slow Spread of COVID-19 New statewide totals: 56,055 cases, 2,457 deaths – Matt Masterson
https://news.wttw.com/2020/05/01/pritzker-hopes-contact-tracing-army-can-help-slow-spread-covid-19

WBEZ
— Angry People Have Shown Up At Closed Illinois Unemployment Offices, Prompting Police Protection For Workers State unemployment offices are closed to the public, but some people angry about not being able to file for benefits are showing up anyway. – Dan Mihalopoulos
https://www.wbez.org/stories/angry-people-have-shown-up-at-closed-illinois-unemployment-offices-prompting-police-protection-for-workers/aa9a1f7a-2cdb-4ce5-a527-2fa83bb7eb79

BLOOMINGTON PANTAGRAPH
— Illinois preparing for massive contact-tracing project; Protests held in Springfield, Chicago as new stay-home order takes effect – PETER HANCOCK
https://www.pantagraph.com/news/state-and-regional/watch-now-illinois-preparing-for-massive-contact-tracing-project-protests-held-in-springfield-chicago-as/article_ae846707-11da-5dce-b0b0-d315a07a1253.html
— 4 new coronavirus cases confirmed; McLean County total, 99 – Kevin Barlow
https://www.pantagraph.com/news/local/4-new-coronavirus-cases-confirmed-mclean-county-total-99/article_e6c0b164-a180-5c9c-98d0-a0b214f2e0f4.html
— Libertarian Party draws top ballot slot for McLean County November election – Maria Nagle (DIERSEN: What do you say to Libertarians who falsely claim to be Republican?)
https://www.pantagraph.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/libertarian-party-draws-top-ballot-slot-for-mclean-county-november-election/article_91c48fff-1924-505a-9116-d1b493ece95f.html

ALTON DAILY NEWS
— Gun Ranges Consider Suing State Over Shutdown – Greg Bishop
http://altondailynews.com/news/details.cfm?clientid=17&id=303298#.Xq1zjCN_OM8

EFFINGHAM NEWS LEADER
— Shelby County State’s Attorney Addresses Wearing Masks While Carrying Firearm – Greg Sapp
http://www.thexradio.com/news/78-local-news/44448-shelby-county-state-s-attorney-addresses-wearing-masks-while-carrying-firearm

WEEK
— Don’t punish downstate, LaHood tells Pritzker
https://week.com/2020/05/02/dont-punish-downstate-lahood-tells-pritzker/
— Hundreds join Capitol protest to Reopen Illinois – Mike Miletich
https://week.com/2020/05/01/hundreds-join-capitol-protest-to-reopen-illinois/
— Delta looks to suspend Peoria airport service, citing coronavirus pandemic – Howard Packowitz
https://week.com/2020/05/02/delta-looks-to-suspend-peoria-airport-service-citing-coronavirus-pandemic/

WGLT
— Sen. Brady: Return To Springfield Could De-Escalate Stay-At-Home Order Tensions – RYAN DENHAM
https://www.wglt.org/post/sen-brady-return-springfield-could-de-escalate-stay-home-order-tensions#stream/0

NEWS CHANNEL 20
— With quirks and restrictions, many states lift lockdowns – AP
https://newschannel20.com/news/coronavirus/like-i-just-got-out-of-jail-states-ease-their-lockdowns

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
— COVID-19 pandemic brings Flash Index crashing down from February high Last two months mark sharpest decline in the index’s history – J. Fred Giertz
https://igpa.uillinois.edu/Report/flash-index-march-april2020

BLOCK CLUB CHICAGO
— Chicago Nurses Show Up To Denounce Open Illinois Protesters: ‘We Are Tired Of Seeing People Die’ About 200 protesters gathered outside the Thompson Center Friday to call for an end to the state’s stay at home order. But nurses weren’t having it. – Bob Chiarito
https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/05/01/chicago-nurses-show-up-to-denounce-open-illinois-protesters-we-are-tired-of-seeing-people-die/

WHEATON PATCH
— DuPage County Coronavirus Update: 3,245 Cases, 174 Deaths This article includes a breakdown of coronavirus cases by municipality. – Lisa Marie Farver,
https://patch.com/illinois/wheaton/dupage-county-coronavirus-update-3-245-cases-174-deaths

CHICAGO CITY WIRE
— Of 88 Chicago public health professionals, only 1 voted Republican in 2018 primaries – April Bamburg
https://chicagocitywire.com/stories/534091589-analysis-of-88-chicago-public-health-professionals-only-1-voted-republican-in-2018-primaries

WIREPOINTS
— Open Illinois’ economy: Recessions and depressions kill – Ted Dabrowski and John Klingner
https://wirepoints.org/recessions-and-depressions-kill-opponents-of-opening-the-economy-refuse-to-acknowledge-that-wirepoints/

ILLINOIS LEAKS
— Days after scoffing at the suggestion, Gov Pritzker hints opening Illinois by regions – JOHN KRAFT
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/05/days-after-scoffing-at-the-suggestion-gov-pritzker-hints-opening-illinios-by-regions/

ILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE
— PRITZKER SHOULD LOOK TO OTHER STATES TO DEVELOP A RESPONSIBLE REOPENING PLAN – Amy Korte
https://www.illinoispolicy.org/pritzker-should-look-to-other-states-to-develop-a-responsible-reopening-plan/
— ILLINOIS POLITICIANS HAVE BEEN BANKING ON A BAILOUT FOR YEARS. DON’T GIVE IT TO THEM. – Austin Berg
https://www.illinoispolicy.org/illinois-politicians-have-been-banking-on-a-bailout-for-years-dont-give-it-to-them/

FOX NEWS
— NY Times, MSNBC journalist warns fascism could come to US if coronavirus shutdowns wreck economy – Joseph A. Wulfsohn
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/ny-times-msnbc-journalist-warns-fascism-could-come-to-us-if-coronavirus-shutdowns-wreck-economy
— Tucker: Totalitarianism doesn’t shock us any more
https://6do.news/article/2598229-41

GOPUSA
— California Rebels: Protesters Face Off With Cops At Capitol As They Demand Freedom
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=88332
— Grisham Locks Down Gallup, NM, Blocks Roads Into City Under Riot Control Act
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=88330
— Massachusetts Officials Demand: Masks On, Or Else
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=88338

TOWNHALL
— Profiling the Democrats – Marvin Folkertsma (DIERSEN: From what I see, overwhelmingly, Democrats and Democrat plants, Libertarians and Libertarian plants, Greens and Green plants, and RINOs are anti-Trump, anti-Protestant, anti-conservative, anti-patriotic, anti-Republican, anti-American, anti-White, anti-male, anti-older people, anti-rich people, anti-gun owners, anti-German Americans, anti-draft avoiders, and/or anti-those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://townhall.com/columnists/marvinfolkertsma/2020/05/02/profiling-the-democrats-a-summary-n2567784

PJ MEDIA
— Illinois Governor Relents on Religious Gatherings—But There’s a Catch – RICK MORAN
https://pjmedia.com/news-and-politics/rick-moran/2020/05/01/il-governor-adds-exercise-of-religion-to-essential-activities-in-stay-at-home-order-n387492

LIFE SITE NEWS
— Planned Parenthood cheers spike in webcam abortions as COVID-19 ‘silver lining’ One telemed provider claims that requests for chemical abortions doubled in March and April over the previous two months. – Calvin Freiburger
https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/planned-parenthood-cheers-covid-19-silver-lining-spike-in-webcam-abortions

HOT AIR
— Coming Soon From The Trump Campaign: Red MAGA Face Masks
https://hotair.com/archives/allahpundit/2020/05/01/coming-soon-trump-campaign-red-maga-face-masks/

THE HILL
— Democrats accused of double standard on Biden, Kavanaugh – JONATHAN EASLEY
https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/495757-democrats-accused-of-double-standard-on-biden-kavanaugh
— Trump on course for reelection, even if he loses the popular vote – JOSHUA H. SANDMAN
https://thehill.com/opinion/campaign/494804-trump-on-course-for-reelection-even-if-he-loses-the-popular-vote
— Five ways the coronavirus could change American politics – NIALL STANAGE
https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/495761-five-ways-the-coronavirus-could-change-american-politics

ABC NEWS
— Estimated 57 million Americans job vulnerable under COVID-19 Hispanic and black people are more likely to hold vulnerable jobs.
https://abcnews.go.com/Business/estimated-57-million-americans-job-vulnerable-covid-19/story?id=70461148

NEW YORK TIMES
— Fearing Political Peril, Republicans Edge Away From Trump on Pandemic Response Moderate Republicans in competitive districts are navigating a careful balance in addressing the coronavirus crisis, eager to put some distance between themselves and a president whose response has been criticized. – Catie Edmondson and Rebecca R. Ruiz (DIERSEN: What do moderate Republican Party activists, candidates, elected officials, party leaders, major donors, etc. think of you? The aforesaid work with Democrat plants, Libertarian pants, Green plants, and RINOs to a) discourage me from sending out GOPUSA ILLINOIS emails, b) discourage everyone from reading those emails, c) drive conservatives out of the Republican Party, that is, drive the base of the Republican Party out of the Republican Party, and d) destroy the Republican Party..)
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/02/us/politics/coronavirus-trump-republicans.html
— Trump Moves to Replace Watchdog Who Identified Critical Medical Shortages The president announced the nomination of an inspector general for the Department of Health and Human Services, who, if confirmed, would replace an acting official whose report embarrassed Mr. Trump. – Peter Baker
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/01/us/politics/trump-health-department-watchdog.html
— Capitol Lacks Tests for Returning Senators While White House Tests Many in Trump’s Circle As senators prepare to return on Monday, Congress’s doctor warned that he does not have the capacity to test all 100 for coronavirus. At the White House, the president and many of his aides are tested repeatedly. – Sheryl Gay Stolberg, Nicholas Fandos and Katie Rogers
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/01/us/politics/coronavirus-testing-senate-white-house.html
— As More States Reopen, Protesters Chafe at — Restrictions The F.D.A. issued emergency approval for an antiviral drug. High school seniors appear reluctant to commit to a college for the fall.
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/01/us/coronavirus-updates.html
— TRAGIC: Big Government? For Now, Most Americans Say Bring It On Battered by the coronavirus, the American public is increasingly looking to the federal government to provide an economic lifeline, polls suggest. – Giovanni Russonello
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/01/us/politics/coronavirus-spending-polls.html

WASHINGTON POST
— Technology once used to combat ISIS propaganda is enlisted by Democratic group to counter Trump’s coronavirus messaging – Isaac Stanley-Becker (DIERSEN: According to my critics/opponents, all government and political news and commentary is propaganda except for the government and political news and commentary that they put out or bless. I should write a book about my critics/opponents. I would focus on a) those who have lots of religious, government, political, and/or financial clout in Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Milton Township, DuPage County, and Illinois; b) those who paint themselves as being religious, conservative, and/or Republican; and c) those who have their operatives and their dupes do their dirty work for them.)
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/technology-once-used-to-combat-isis-propaganda-is-enlisted-by-democratic-group-to-counter-trumps-coronavirus-messaging/2020/05/01/6bed5f70-8a5b-11ea-ac8a-fe9b8088e101_story.html
(FROM THE ARTICLE: The group, Defeat Disinfo, will use artificial intelligence and network analysis to map discussion of the president’s claims on social media. It will seek to intervene by identifying the most popular counter-narratives and boosting them through a network of more than 3.4 million influencers across the country — in some cases paying users with large followings to take sides against the president. The initiative reflects fears within the Democratic Party that Trump’s unwavering digital army may help sustain him through the pandemic, as it has through past controversies, even as the economy craters, tens of thousands have died, and Trump suffers in the polls.)
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Need something to love about Trump? Watch him humiliate his most loyal hacks. The joys of political schadenfreude.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2020/04/30/need-something-love-about-trump-watch-him-humiliate-his-most-loyal-hacks/

LOS ANGELES TIMES
— The pandemic has amplified ageism. ‘It’s open season for discrimination’ against older adults – LAURA NEWBERRY (DIERSEN: What do you say to those who promote age discrimination? They focus on promoting age discrimination against those who are Trump supporters, Protestant, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, gun owners, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time. I should write a book about those who promote age discrimination in Wheaton, Milton Township, DuPage County, and Illinois. I would focus on those who have lots of religious, government, political, and/or financial clout and who paint themselves as being religious, conservative, and/or Republican.)
https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-05-01/coronavirus-pandemic-has-amplified-ageism
— Coronavirus energizes the labor movement. Can it last? – MARGOT ROOSEVELT
https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2020-05-01/coronavirus-labor-unions-mobilize-california

USA TODAY
— Masks, temperature checks, empty rows: Post-coronavirus concerts could look very different – Gary Dinges (DIERSEN: If you had to wear a mask to attend an event, how much would that discourage you from attending that event?)
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2020/05/01/coronavirus-when-concerts-return-expect-much-different-experience/3055806001/

WALL STREET JOURNAL
— Trump Makes Push for Seniors as Coronavirus Crisis Erodes Support President trails Joe Biden in polls among older voters, who are paying close attention to his handling of the pandemic—and watching his press briefings – Michael C. Bender and Ken Thomas
https://www.wsj.com/articles/trump-makes-push-for-seniors-as-coronavirus-crisis-erodes-support-11588340018

MARKET WATCH
— Why millions of older workers will pay a big financial price—forever—from the coronavirus Even in good times, age discrimination is rampant – Paul Brandus (DIERSEN: What do you say to those who promote age discrimination? They focus on promoting age decimation against those who are Trump supporters, Protestant, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, gun owners, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time. I should write a book about those who promote age discrimination in Wheaton, Milton Township, DuPage County, and Illinois. I would focus on those who have lots of religious, government, political, and/or financial clout and who paint themselves as being religious, conservative, and/or Republican.)
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/why-millions-of-older-workers-will-pay-a-big-financial-priceforeverfrom-the-coronavirus-2020-05-01

TECH REPUBLIC
— Majority of Americans would feel uncomfortable returning to work now Faith solid with medical and scientific experts: 63% of Americans polled by Qualtrics want the CDC to officially give the “all clear.” – N.F. Mendoza (DIERSEN: If you had to wear a mask to attend an event, how much would that discourage you from attending that event?)
https://www.techrepublic.com/article/majority-of-americans-would-feel-uncomfortable-returning-to-work-now/

April 30 Morning Edition

NBC5
— Pritzker Says He Supports Reopening State in Phases When Time Comes Pritzker said at a news conference Wednesday that he agrees “100%” with a region-by-region approach, but that doesn’t necessarily mean geographically
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/pritzker-says-he-supports-reopening-state-in-phases-when-time-comes/2263964/

ABC7
— Stimulus, unemployment, financial help for those impacted by coronavirus SBA, student loans, rent, utilities, taxes and more
https://abc7chicago.com/coronavirus-help-credit-cards-unemployment-stimulus/6132626/
— Sex assault allegation poses challenge for Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign – AP
https://abc7chicago.com/politics/sex-assault-allegation-poses-challenge-for-bidens-campaign/6139976/

WGN TV
— The cost of ‘just in case’ hospitals during the coronavirus pandemic – Ben Bradley
https://wgntv.com/news/coronavirus/the-cost-of-just-in-case-hospitals-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic/

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— Trump says he won’t extend social distancing guidelines Vice President Mike Pence said the guidelines have been incorporated into the new guidance issued by the White House earlier this month that lays out how states can gradually begin to reopen as the rate of new cases slows. – AP
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/4/29/21241715/trump-says-he-wont-extend-social-distancing-guidelines-coronavirus-covid-19-stay-at-home-orders
— Rolling out contact tracing in Illinois a daunting task, but essential, expert says It takes about a day to trace the contacts of COVID-19 patients at the Howard Brown Health clinic in Hyde Park, its director says. About 2⁄3 of those contacts end up testing positive. – Tom Schuba
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/4/29/21242079/howard-brown-contact-tracing-illinois-coronavirus
— Nancy Pelosi taps Bill Foster to new House COVID-19 watchdog panel Foster is among seven Democrats Pelosi selected for the 12-member panel. It is not clear yet if Republicans will appoint anyone. – Lynn Sweet (DIERSEN: Appointees to this panel should have watchdog credentials. I worked for GAO for almost 18 years, the last 11 years of which at the GS-13 Step 1-10 levels, currently $101,176-$131,532/year, and before that, I worked for IRS for almost 9 years, the last 5 1/2 years at the GS-12 Step 1-5 levels, currently, $85,084-$96,431/year. I passed the Certified Internal Auditor and CPA examinations on my first attempt. I became a licensed CPA, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Government Financial Manager, Certified Financial Services Auditor, and Forensic Accountant. I have master’s degrees in business, accounting, and finance.)
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/4/29/21241716/house-speaker-nancy-pelosi-rep-bill-foster-illinois-house-covid-19-watchdog-panel
— COVID-19 lawsuits a symptom of a pre-existing condition in Illinois — and the nation It would be easy to plug this particular disagreement into our age-old Chicago versus downstate animosities, and obviously, that’s one aspect of what is happening, but it’s broader and deeper than that as the national interest in this story confirms. – Mark Brown
https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2020/4/29/21242096/covid-19-lawsuits-cabello-bailey-pritzker-trump-coronavirus

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— As commuters stay home, Metra has been forced to cut service again. One line will have just 1 inbound and 1 outbound run per day. – Mary Wisniewski
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-metra-service-cuts-three-lines-20200429-g6c3mvyarzhgbnfyn5v2fyjjty-story.html
— Employees being sought for Amazon’s under-construction grocery store in Naperville – ERIN HEGARTY
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-amazon-grocery-store-hiring-naperville-st-20200429-ljqvdapk3zbehf6b6iqcvv2n7q-story.html
— Reopen Illinois rally planned, viral house party reveals media disconnect and Tribune photos to use as your Zoom background
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-cb-daywatch-newsletter-april29-20200430-x2iyx7bpjzga3lu7zwtqwq4opq-story.html
— Chicago police pledge to issue citation for another large city party as mayor condemns it – JEREMY GORNER and GREGORY PRATT
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-wedding-party-citation-20200429-glie24vk7rgdpptl5depymyaiq-story.html

DAILY HERALD
— DuPage mayors calling for letting businesses reopen earlier – Marie Wilson
https://www.dailyherald.com/business/20200429/dupage-mayors-calling-for-letting-businesses-reopen-earlier

WTTW
— Rosemont Mayor Stephens on Pandemic’s Impact on Conventions, Entertainment – Quinn Myers
https://news.wttw.com/2020/04/29/rosemont-mayor-stephens-pandemic-s-impact-conventions-entertainment
— Is It Time to Get Back to Springfield? – Amanda Vinicky
https://news.wttw.com/2020/04/29/it-time-get-back-springfield
— O’Hare, Midway Grapple with Near Shutdown of Air Travel – Paris Schutz
https://news.wttw.com/2020/04/29/o-hare-midway-grapple-near-shutdown-air-travel

CHAMPAIGN/URBANA NEWS GAZETTE
— Campaign rhetoric won’t cut it in coronavirus legal fight – Jim Dey
https://www.news-gazette.com/coronavirus/jim-dey-campaign-rhetoric-won-t-cut-it-in-coronavirus-legal-fight/article_45d9a6b4-8ee7-599d-9d02-0d17ee8cd785.html

PEORIA JOURNAL STAR
— Monmouth Smithfield plant to resume operations – Jane Carlson
https://www.pjstar.com/news/20200430/monmouth-smithfield-plant-to-resume-operations

SOUTHERN
— Pritzker should stop laughing at Southern Illinois – Tim Schneider
https://thesouthern.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-tim-schneider-pritzker-should-stop-laughing-at-southern-illinois/article_913cb367-deab-5d15-a39c-64c1502fa445.html

FOX ILLINOIS
— Unemployment surge pushing state funds toward insolvency – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/unemployment-surge-pushing-state-funds-toward-insolvency
— As US economy shrinks, some remain optimistic for quick recovery – AHTRA ELNASHAR
https://foxillinois.com/news/coronavirus/as-us-economy-shrinks-some-remain-optimistic-for-quick-recovery
— Debate flares over legal protections as businesses open up – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/debate-flares-over-legal-protections-as-businesses-open-up

NPR ILLINOIS
— Tesla’s Elon Musk Rants Again; Calls Lockdowns Forcible Imprisonment And ‘Fascist’ – CAMILA DOMONOSKE
https://www.nprillinois.org/post/teslas-elon-musk-rants-again-calls-lockdowns-forcible-imprisonment-and-fascist#stream/0

NEWS CHANNEL 20
— Fed signals it will likely hold rates near zero for months – AP
https://newschannel20.com/news/coronavirus/fed-keeps-key-rate-near-zero-and-pledges-to-use-full-range-of-tools-to-bolster-economy

CHICAGO PATCH
— Gov. J.B. Pritzker Is Doing His Best Donald Trump Impression Now The J.B. Pritzker Show now includes the governor’s spot on impression of President Donald Trump, for a Democrat, that is. – Mark Konkol
https://patch.com/illinois/chicago/gov-j-b-pritzker-doing-his-best-donald-trump-impression-now

ALGONQUIN PATCH
— Coronavirus In IL: ‘Open Illinois Now’ Protest In Algonquin Freedom Movement USA plans to protest the state’s extended stay-at-home order ​due to the coronavirus pandemic. – Rebecca Bream
https://patch.com/illinois/algonquin/coronavirus-il-open-illinois-now-protest-algonquin

ILLINOIS REPUBLICAN PARTY
— Illinois Should Plan to Reopen Regionally – Illinois Republican Party Chairman Tim Schneider
https://illinois.gop/illinois-should-plan-to-reopen-regionally/?fbclid=IwAR0cSc_8rb7St9U2dh_jLmob8cIzx2mdf95mRclttdp_w8nkZYEy3mH6q8w

MCHENRY COUNTY BLOG
— Ex-Justice Department Bully Andrew Weissmann, Who Brought Arthur Anderson Down and Fled Mueller Commission Before It Imploded, Ends Up in Chicago Law Firm
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/30/ex-justice-department-bully-who-brought-arthur-anderson-down-and-fled-mueller-commission-before-it-imploded-ends-up-in-chicago-law-firm/
— Inspired by Illinois GOP? Republicans Sue Governor Gavin Newsom on Ballot Harvesting in Special Congressional Election on May 12
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/30/inspired-by-illinois-gop-republicans-sue-governor-gavin-newsom-on-ballot-harvesting-in-special-congressional-election-on-may-12/
— McConchie Offers Re-Opening Plan
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/29/mcconchie-offers-re-opening-plan/
— Broader Challenge to Pritzker’s Emergency Order
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/29/broader-challenge-to-pritzkers-emergency-order/

WASHINGTON TIMES
— Trump calls for return to ‘the way it was’ as coronavirus crisis crashes economy – Dave Boyer
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/apr/29/donald-trump-touts-reopening-coronavirus-crashes-u/
— Trump erupts at campaign team as his poll numbers slide – AP
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/apr/29/trump-erupts-at-campaign-team-as-his-poll-numbers-/

NEWSMAX
— Senior Chinese Official Slams Trump on Virus Response – Marisa Herman
https://www.newsmax.com/us/le-yucheng/2020/04/29/id/965175/

TOWNHALL
— Coronavirus Pandemic + Trump Derangement Syndrome = Bad Math – Larry Elder
https://townhall.com/columnists/larryelder/2020/04/30/coronavirus-pandemic–trump-derangement-syndrome–bad-math-n2567882

REAL CLEAR POLITICS
— Trump: Coronavirus “Should Have Never Happened, It Could Have Been Stopped But People Chose Not To” – Ian Schwartz
https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2020/04/29/trump_coronavirus_should_have_never_happened_it_could_have_been_stopped_but_people_chose_not.html

THE HILL
— Illinois state lawmaker Jason Plummer calls for US to not bail out his ‘corrupt’ state – REBECCA KLAR
https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/495374-illinois-state-lawmaker-calls-for-us-to-not-bail-out-his-corrupt-state
— Trump says China ‘will do anything they can’ to keep him from being reelected – REBECCA KLAR
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/495393-trump-says-china-will-do-anything-they-can-to-keep-him-from-being
— Kushner predicts much of the country will be ‘back to normal’ in June – BRETT SAMUELS
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/495212-kushner-predicts-much-of-the-country-will-be-back-to-normal-in-june
— Liability shield for businesses emerges as new fight over reopening – ALEX GANGITANO AND JOHN KRUZEL
https://thehill.com/business-a-lobbying/495288-liability-shield-businesses-new-fight-reopening

POLITICO
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Admit It: You Are Willing to Let People Die to End the Shutdown.”
https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2020/04/30/coronavirus-shutdown-altitude-ethics-223569

CNN
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “As Trump frets over sliding poll numbers, he doubles down on Fox-centric media strategy.”
https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/30/media/donald-trump-fox-news-reliable-sources/index.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Trump treats meatpacking workers as disposable.”
https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/29/opinions/trump-treats-meatpacking-workers-as-disposable-reyes/index.html
— 30 million Americans have filed initial unemployment claims since mid-March – Anneken Tappe
https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/30/economy/unemployment-benefits-coronavirus/index.html

ASSOCIATED PRESS
— Economists agree: No quick rebound from recession is likely – MARTIN CRUTSINGER
https://apnews.com/e0d04987133c2f48992b98ace0a1e846
— Wisconsin governor orders 5% cut in state spending
https://www.wearegreenbay.com/coronavirus/wisconsin-governor-orders-5-cut-in-state-spending/

REUTERS
— Trump says China wants him to lose his bid for re-election – Steve Holland
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-china-exclusive/exclusive-trump-says-china-wants-him-to-lose-re-election-race-idUSKBN22C01F?il=0
— Trump says brushes off polls showing Biden leading presidential race – Steve Holland
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-election-exclusive/exclusive-trump-says-he-does-not-believe-polls-that-show-biden-ahead-in-presidential-race-idUSKBN22C03K?il=0

NEW YORK TIMES
— Trump Administration Signals Support for Allies’ Fight Against Virus Orders – Lisa Lerer and Kenneth P. Vogel
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/29/us/politics/coronavirus-trump-justice-department.html

WASHINGTON POST
— Tammy Duckworth is Biden’s safest — and smartest — vice presidential pick – David Byler (DIERSEN: Duckworh has demonized, denigrated, and condemned Trump for avoiding the draft. How will Duckworth differentiate Biden’s avoiding the draft? Since 1966 when I was 18 years old, my critics/opponents, their operatives, and their dupes have demonized me, denigrated me, and condemned me for avoiding the draft.)
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/04/29/tammy-duckworth-is-bidens-safest-smartest-vice-presidential-pick/
— Trump presented with grim internal polling showing him losing to Biden – Josh Dawsey
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/trump-presented-with-grim-internal-polling-showing-him-losing-to-biden/2020/04/29/33544208-8a4e-11ea-9759-6d20ba0f2c0e_story.html
— 3.8 million Americans sought jobless benefits last week, extending pandemic’s grip on the national workforce More than 30 million Americans have filed for unemployment benefits in six weeks – Rachel Siegel and Andrew Van Dam
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/04/30/weekly-jobless-claims-unemployment/
— Why Congress probably isn’t going to let states go bankrupt – Amber Phillips
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2020/04/30/state-bankruptcy/

WALL STREET JOURNAL
— FRONT PAGE TOP OF FOLD: U.S. Economy Shrank at 4.8% Pace in First Quarter Gross domestic product recorded steepest contraction since the last recession – Harriet Torry
https://www.wsj.com/articles/first-quarter-gdp-us-growth-coronavirus-11588123665
— Partisan Fight Looms Over Voting by Mail Democrats, Republicans in Congress sharply differ over expanding mail balloting in November to ease coronavirus fears at polls – Lindsay Wise and Alexa Corse
https://www.wsj.com/articles/partisan-fight-looms-over-voting-by-mail-11588167903
— The Looming Civil-Liberties Battle The stage is set for a post-shutdown showdown between personal freedom and public health. – Joseph A. Ladapo
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-looming-civil-liberties-battle-11588198523

FORBES
— ‘FREE AMERICA NOW’: Elon Musk Goes Full Lockdown Skeptic On Twitter – Rachel Sandler
https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelsandler/2020/04/29/free-america-now-elon-musk-goes-full-lockdown-skeptic-on-twitter/
— Pension Bailout Or Bankruptcy? That’s Missing The Bigger Picture – Elizabeth Bauer
https://www.forbes.com/sites/ebauer/2020/04/28/pension-bailout-or-bankruptcy-thats-missing-the-bigger-picture/

NEWSWEEK
— PRO-TRUMP GROUP PLANS TO HOLD MAGA MAY DAY RALLIES ACROSS COUNTRY AMID PANDEMIC SHUTDOWNS – JAMES WALKER
https://www.newsweek.com/pro-trump-group-plans-maga-may-day-rallies-coronavirus-pandemic-1501112

FED WEEK
— Survey Sees Some Good Signs for Extending Careers (DIERSEN: Will the federal government extend its promotion deadlines? Currently, federal employees who are Republican, White, male, and/or non-veteran are gotten rid of if they do not make GS-13 (currently $101,176) by age 25, GS-14 (currently $119,559) by age 30, GS-15 (currently $140,634) by age 35, and Senior Executive Service (currently $170,800) by age 40. Extremely few federal employees make the aforesaid promotion deadlines.)
https://www.fedweek.com/retirement-financial-planning/survey-sees-some-good-signs-for-extending-careers/

DAILY BEAST
— Why Have Women’s Groups Gone Dead Silent on Biden Sex-Assault Accusation? In the wake of the #MeToo movement, prominent women came forward expressing regret they didn’t take allegations against then-President Bill Clinton seriously in the 1990s. – Scott Bixby and Hanna Trudo
https://www.thedailybeast.com/why-have-womens-groups-gone-dead-silent-on-biden-assault-accusation

GM AUTHORITY
— General Motors Burning Through $130 Million A Day, Financial Expert Says – SAM MCEACHERN
https://gmauthority.com/blog/2020/04/general-motors-burning-through-130-million-a-day-financial-expert-says/
— Corvette C8 Owner Discusses Buyer Demographics – SAM MCEACHERN
https://gmauthority.com/blog/2020/04/corvette-c8-owner-discusses-buyer-demographics-video/

April 29 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Illinois COVID-19 cases surpass 50K; 2nd lawmaker files stay-at-home lawsuit 2nd stay-at-home lawsuit seeks to lift order for IL residents – Craig Wall, Eric Horng and Jessica D’Onofrio
https://abc7chicago.com/health/2nd-lawmaker-files-stay-at-home-lawsuit-as-il-covid-19-cases-surpass-50k-/6136958/
— Coronavirus in the US: Trump says he won’t extend social distancing guidelines – AP
https://abc7chicago.com/health/trump-says-he-wont-extend-social-distancing-guidelines/6138398/
— Coronavirus in US: Illinois, Indiana residents leaving homes more than before, cell phone data shows
https://abc7chicago.com/health/cell-phone-data-shows-illinois-indiana-residents-leaving-home-more/6138468/

NBC5
— Illinois’ Coronavirus Count Tops 50,000 After 2,253 New Cases Reported The additional cases and deaths come as officials believe Illinois is near a peak
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/illinois-coronavirus-count-tops-50000-after-2253-new-cases-reported/2263865/
— Illinois AG Files Appeal to Overturn Judge’s Ruling on Stay-at-Home Order Extension A judge on Monday granted a temporary restraining order to a state lawmaker regarding the statewide stay-at-home order extension
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-ag-files-appeal-to-overturn-judges-ruling-on-stay-at-home-order-extension/2263969/
— Pritzker Details How Illinois Plans to Deal With Coronavirus Outbreaks at Nursing Homes
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/pritzker-details-how-illinois-plans-to-deal-with-coronavirus-outbreaks-at-nursing-homes/2264046/

— Second Illinois Lawmaker Sues Pritzker Over Stay-at-Home Order
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-politics/second-illinois-lawmaker-sues-pritzker-over-stay-at-home-order/2263724/

CBS2
— Another Republican Lawmaker Files Lawsuit Against Gov. JB Pritzker’s Extended Stay-At-Home Order
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/04/29/second-lawsuit-stay-at-home-order-governor-jb-pritzker-rep-john-cabello-coronavirus-covid-19/
— Hundreds Of Students Refusing To Pay At University Of Chicago
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/video/4532218-hundreds-of-students-refusing-to-pay-at-university-of-chicago/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— 2nd Illinois lawmaker files suit over stay-at-home order: Pritzker ‘is an out-of-touch multibillionaire’
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/2nd-illinois-lawmaker-files-suit-over-stay-at-home-order-pritzker-is-an-out-of-touch-multibillionaire
— Illinois health officials report ‘unfortunate’ milestone: More than 50,000 COVID-19 cases statewide
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/illinois-health-officials-report-unfortunate-milestone-more-than-50000-covid-19-cases-statewide

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Coronavirus in Illinois updates: Pritzker says state has distributed 20 million PPE items as new known cases of COVID-19 push Illinois’ count above 50,000
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-pandemic-chicago-illinois-news-20200429-jwsjclnzkbcu3mxxt6aoxgcayq-story.html
— A second GOP state representative files lawsuit challenging Pritzker’s stay-at-home-order – JAMIE MUNKS
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-illinois-stay-at-home-order-lawsuit-20200429-4k4uxyakqrcxjfhkp465usbrcu-story.html
— In ‘Daily Show’ appearance, U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth says President Trump’s task force to reopen economy has met once for a roughly hourlong call – Lisa Donovan
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-duckworth-trump-daily-show-20200429-lptymhdvijgr3npyaftumovwby-story.html
— Trump order keeps meatpacking plants open, but effect on Illinois facilities is uncertain – ALEXIA ELEJALDE-RUIZ
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-illinois-trump-slaughterhouse-meatpacking-20200429-pyfkyv4f2vh7racx2vadmqt7ei-story.html
— Reopen Illinois rally planned for Loop this Friday – JOHN BYRNE
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-chicago-reopen-protesters-thompson-center-20200429-w5jta6h7mzfzvbdnr3vaxvruma-story.html
— Illinois AG files appeal in state Rep. Darren Bailey’s lawsuit over Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s stay-at-home order – Dan Petrella
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-illinois-lawsuit-appeal-20200429-v56ysutgkneidlij6ltxmh6npe-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— 92 more coronavirus deaths as Illinois tops 50K cases Between midnight on Monday and midnight on Tuesday, an additional 45 COVID-19 patients entered ICU rooms in the state’s hospitals. During that same period, an additional 298 people entered hospitals with suspected COVID-19 symptoms or confirmed cases, Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s office said. – Tina Sfondeles
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/4/29/21241683/illinois-coronavirus-pritzker-cases-deaths-april-29
— Republican lawmaker launches new legal attack against Pritzker’s stay-at-home order State Rep. John Cabello’s lawsuit is aimed at freeing more Illinoisans from the governor’s order. – Jon Seidel and Tina Sfondeles
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/4/29/21241189/republican-lawmaker-launches-new-legal-attack-illinois-governor-jb-pritzker-stay-at-home-order
— Making public transit safe next hurdle in easing lockdowns In Europe in particular, public transportation is shaping up as a new front line in the battle to tame the outbreak that has killed over 120,000 of its citizens. – AP
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/4/29/21241149/public-transit-safe-next-hurdle-in-easing-lockdowns-stay-at-home-orders-coronavirus-covid-19
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Pot pushers say “State postpones approvals for next 75 pot shops: ‘A dream delayed’ for social equity candidates. Officials were expected to announce the winners of the 75 coveted recreational dispensary licenses on Friday.”
https://chicago.suntimes.com/cannabis/2020/4/29/21241857/illinois-dispensary-marijuana-cannabis-j-b-pritzker-social-equity-applicants
— 9 more Chicago Police Department employees test positive for COVID-19 Of the confirmed cases, 410 are officers and 20 are civilian employees, police said.
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/4/29/21242101/coronavirus-chicago-police-department-covid-19

DAILY HERALD
— Debate flares over legal protections as businesses open up
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200429/news/304299910/
— Why two counties (DuPage and Will) are providing COVID-19 info to first responders — and others aren’t – Robert Sanchez
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200429/why-two-counties-are-providing-covid-19-info-to-first-responders-x2014-and-others-arent
— GOP legislators question Pritzker’s authority to extend stay-at-home order – Eric Peterson
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200429/gop-legislators-question-pritzkers-authority-to-extend-stay-at-home-order
— Kane County Court building requiring face coverings
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200429/kane-county-court-building-requiring-face-coverings

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— Pritzker answers challenge to his COVID stay-home order In its appeal, the state says any personal harm to the lawmaker who sued is overshadowed by “the immense public health crisis that will occur should Bailey and others cease compliance with the governor’s orders.” – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/pritzker-answers-challenge-his-covid-stay-home-order

SPRINGFIELD STATE JOURNAL REGISTER
— GOP lawmakers call for vote on stay at home extension – Doug Finke
https://www.sj-r.com/news/20200429/gop-lawmakers-call-for-vote-on-stay-at-home-extension

SOUTHERN
— Republicans call for reopening Illinois legislative session – PETER HANCOCK
https://thesouthern.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/republicans-call-for-reopening-illinois-legislative-session/article_8d142486-18f1-545b-aaac-f5019ffe5766.html

BELLEVILLE NEWS DEMOCRAT
— Can small Illinois restaurants survive 10 weeks of being closed because of coronavirus? – TERI MADDOX
https://www.bnd.com/living/food-drink/article242273621.html

SUBURBAN LIFE
— Mazzochi, GOP legislators call on Priztker to put legislature back to work
https://www.mysuburbanlife.com/2020/04/29/mazzochi-gop-legislators-call-on-priztker-to-put-legislature-back-to-work/adfi034/

STATELINE
— Illinois has released almost 4,000 prisoners, including 64 murderers
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/illilnois-has-released-almost-4000-prisoners-including-64-murderers/

FOX ILLINOIS
— Trump says he won’t extend social distancing guidelines
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/federal-social-distancing-guidelines-to-expire
— Economists agree: No quick rebound from recession is likely – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/economists-agree-no-quick-rebound-from-recession-is-likely

WGLT
— Illinois Deaths Above Average – Not in McLean County – CHARLIE SCHLENKER
https://www.wglt.org/post/illinois-deaths-above-average-not-mclean-county#stream/0

CHICAGO PATCH
— Does ‘All-In Illinois’ Slogan Apply To Billionaire Gov’s Family? KONKOL COLUMN: Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s ‘All In Illinois’ coronavirus slogan doesn’t apply to the state’s first lady living at Florida estate. – Mark Konkol
https://patch.com/illinois/chicago/does-all-illinois-slogan-apply-billionaire-govs-family
— Illinois Coronavirus: Airlines Want To Ax Flights To Chicago Delta, JetBlue Airways and Spirit Airlines on Tuesday asked for approval to suspend flights to more than two dozen U.S. airports. – Shannon Antinori
https://patch.com/illinois/chicago/illinois-coronavirus-airlines-want-ax-flights-ohare

ELMHURST PATCH
— Mazzochi, GOP Women Reps Call on Governor to Convene Legislature Pritzker Shouldn’t Continue Excluding General Assembly During COVID-19 Crisis – Lori Solyom
https://patch.com/illinois/elmhurst/mazzochi-gop-women-reps-call-governor-convene-legislature

AURORA PATCH
— 35 Businesses Pocket Coronavirus Relief From Aurora Downtown Aurora Downtown, a group of business and property owners, awarded more than $12,000 in funding Tuesday from its COVID-19 Response Fund. – Jason Addy
https://patch.com/illinois/aurora/35-businesses-pocket-coronavirus-relief-aurora-downtown

GENEVA PATCH
— Kane County Coronavirus Cases Double In 9 Days, Top 1,400 Mark Kane County officials have confirmed more than 250 new cases since Sunday. – Jason Addy
https://patch.com/illinois/geneva/kane-county-coronavirus-cases-double-9-days-top-1-400-mark

ILLINOIS LEAKS
— Illinois – Who is flying the plane? – KIRK ALLEN
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/04/illinois-who-is-flying-the-plane/
— Gov Pritzker sued again over Executive Orders, exceeding powers granted – JOHN KRAFT
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/04/gov-pritzker-sued-again-over-executive-orders-exceeding-powers-granted/

ILLINOIS FAMILY ACTION
— Calling Conservative Volunteers For Ives Campaign
https://illinoisfamilyaction.org/2020/04/calling-conservative-volunteers-for-ives-campaign/

ILLINOIS REVIEW
— WOMEN GOP HOUSE MEMBERS ASK PRITZKER TO CALL LEGISLATURE BACK INTO SESSION
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/women-gop-house-members-ask-pritzker-to-call-legislature-back-into-session.html
— IL SENATOR SAYS “FEDERAL DOLLARS SHOULD NOT PROP UP ILLINOIS’ FAILED SYSTEM”
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/il-senator-says-federal-dollars-should-not-prop-up-illinois-failed-system-.html
— SECOND STATE REP FILES LAWSUIT AGAINST GOV PRITZKER “ON BEHALF OF ALL IL CITIZENS SIMILARLY SITUATED”
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/second-state-rep-files-lawsuit-against-gov-pritzker-on-behalf-of-all-citizens-similarly-situated.html
— THORNER/INGOLD: WILL COVID-19 CONTACT TRACING ENDANGER MORE PRECIOUS LIBERTIES?
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/thorneringold-will-covid-19-contact-tracing-endanger-more-precious-liberties.html

CAPITOL FAX
— 2,253 new cases, 92 additional deaths
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/29/2253-new-cases-92-additional-deaths/
— Pritzker unveils new decontamination system – Announces recent additions to nursing home assistance – Ezike: 14,478 tests in past 24 hours – Pritzker says Cabello lawsuit “grandstanding” – Explains current stance on small businesses – “There’s nothing barring the legislature meeting” – Says will offer guidance to GA on how to convene – Says (again) that virtual GA meetings are not allowed – “That’s up to the legislature” – Says AG has filed for leave to appeal Bailey suit to IL Supreme Court – Concealed carry permit holders can wear masks – Workers “should be provided PPE by their hospital” – Dr. Ezike urges “stay the course” – More questions on regionalization – Updates on McCormick Place – Wants to help frontline workers with some sort of aid – Will look into firing range question – Explains what can happen to businesses that reopen without permission – Addresses “excess deaths” issue – Says he has listened to Downstaters – Property tax deadlines are local matters – Says (again) that he isn’t closing borders – Biz should refuse service to those who don’t wear masks – Would like to see hair salons opened “sooner rather than later” – Says not enough worker protection in new DPA order on food processors – Not involved in SEIU strike talks – Says IDOC release number includes prisoners who have completed sentences – Says EO is not indefinite – Talks about hospitalization – Says letters from mayors “extremely instructive”
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/29/pritzker-unveils-new-decontamination-system-announces-recent-additions-to-nursing-home-assistance/
— COVID-19 roundup
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/29/covid-19-roundup-29/
— Officials on alert in Rep. Darren Bailey’s district after COVID-positive resident violates local self-isolation order
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/29/officials-on-alert-in-rep-darren-baileys-district-after-resident-violates-local-self-isolation-order/

GOPUSA
— Massachusetts Cities Threaten Hefty Fines To Enforce Mask Orders
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=88184

FOX NEWS
— Rep. Matt Gaetz unveils legislation to deport all illegal immigrants during a pandemic – Adam Shaw
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/gaetz-legislation-deport-illegal-immigrants-pandemic

FOX BUSINESS
— States ramp up coronavirus contact tracer hiring to reopen the country COVID-19 contact tracers in NY are offered $57,000 with benefits – Cortney Moore
https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/states-coronavirus-contact-tracer-hiring

AMERICAN CONSERVATIVE
— The New Class War Comes For The Economy Class, more than partisanship, drives our response to coronavirus. – John A. Burtka IV
https://www.theamericanconservative.com/articles/the-new-class-war-comes-for-the-economy/

CNS NEWS
— Rep. Gaetz Introduces Bill to Deport Illegal Aliens During Pandemic – Michael W. Chapman
https://www.cnsnews.com/article/washington/michael-w-chapman/rep-gaetz-introduces-bill-deport-illegal-aliens-during

PJ MEDIA
— Next Coronavirus Relief Bill Should Prioritize at-Risk Pensions for Elderly Americans Over More Nonsense – CHRISTIAN JOSI
https://pjmedia.com/columns/christian-josi/2020/04/28/next-coronavirus-relief-bill-should-prioritize-at-risk-pensions-for-elderly-americans-over-more-nonsense-n384865

THE HILL
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “White House risks backlash with coronavirus optimism.” Do Trump-haters risk backlash with coronavirus pessimism?
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/495343-white-house-risks-backlash-with-coronavirus-optimism
— Trump says he plans to resume travel next week with trip to Arizona – BRETT SAMUELS
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/495350-trump-says-he-plans-to-resume-travel-next-week-with-trip-to-arizona

NEW YORK DAILY NEWS
— Pro-Trump group plans ‘MAGA May Day’ rallies in New York despite coronavirus stay-at-home order – CHRIS SOMMERFELDT
https://www.nydailynews.com/coronavirus/ny-coronavirus-trump-maga-rallies-new-york-20200429-nzc366wupndmjgh2ibt7fv5rpq-story.html

FORBES
— Cities Need Direct Funding To Fight COVID – Richard McGahey
https://www.forbes.com/sites/richardmcgahey/2020/04/29/cities-need-direct-funding-to-fight-covid/#2beb8e8237bd

PROPUBLICA
— The Trump Administration Has Put Federal Workers at Coronavirus Risk, Senators Say Citing ProPublica’s reporting, 22 Senate Democrats have asked the White House to explain its management of federal employee safety. – Maryam Jameel
https://www.propublica.org/article/the-trump-administration-has-pu-federal-workers-at-coronavirus-risk-senators-say

RASMUSSEN REPORTS
— Trump-Biden Matchup Fires Voter Enthusiasm, Especially for Republicans (DIERSEN: How strongly will Biden promise to use the federal government to get rid of individuals, organizations, companies, governments, and countries that are Trump supporters, Christian, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, German American, draft avoiders, and those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time. Both Biden and Trump are Christian, American, White, male, older, non-poor, gun owners, draft avoiders, and both have ancestors have been in America for a long time. I should write a book about candidates, elected officials, and party leaders in Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Milton Township, DuPage County, and Illinois who disgustingly demonize, denigrate, and condemn those who share their demographics to curry favor with those who do not share their demographics.)
https://www.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/politics/elections/election_2020/trump_biden_matchup_fires_voter_enthusiasm_especially_for_republicans

April 15 Evening Edition

GOPUSA ILLINOIS
— During their 2020 biennial convention conducted by phone conference this evening, DuPage County Republican Precinct Committeemen elected Jim Zay as Chairman of the DuPage County Republican Central Committee and reelected Paul Hinds as Secretary. Zay is the DuPage County Board Vice Chairman and Hinds is a former DuPage County Clerk. – Dave Diersen
http://www.gopillinois.com

ABC7
— Trump looks to ease social distancing in places; CEOs urge caution – AP
https://abc7chicago.com/politics/trump-looks-to-ease-distancing-in-places;-ceos-urge-caution/6105814/
— Coronavirus deaths: 23 have died of COVID-19 at Symphony of Joliet nursing home
https://abc7chicago.com/health/23-covid-19-deaths-reported-at-joliet-nursing-home/6106201/
— COVID-19 data shows city is ‘flattening the curve,’ Mayor Lori Lightfoot says
https://abc7chicago.com/health/covid-19-cell-phone-data-shows-chicago-is-flattening-the-curve-officials-say/6105532/

NBC5
— Pritzker Considering Requiring Masks in Public Places During Coronavirus Outbreak Multiple Chicago suburbs have implemented such measures already
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/pritzker-considering-requiring-masks-in-public-places-during-coronavirus/2256527/
— Trump Says US ‘Past the Peak’, Threatens to Adjourn Congress Over Nominations
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/us-coronavirus-updates-ind-rep-chooses-saving-economy-over-lives-trumps-name-printed-on-stimulus-checks/2256039/
— Chicago Hasn’t Reached a Peak Yet – And That’s a Good Thing, According to Dr. Arwady   Arwady said Wednesday that data indicates the city’s curve is starting to flatten, but that has also pushed the peak later than officials had earlier predicted
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/chicago-hasnt-reached-a-peak-yet-and-thats-a-good-thing-according-to-dr-arwady/2256485/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— Illinois coronavirus death toll nears 1,000
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/illinois-coronavirus-death-toll-nears-1000

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Illinois Republican congressional candidate’s fundraising email plagiarizes Chicago Tribune story – BILL RUTHHART
https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/ct-jeanne-ives-plagiarism-fundraising-email-20200415-2n6ag4ahrjeerheh2p7xn3ngva-story.html
(FROM THE ARTICLE: In response to questions, Ives communication director Kathleen Murphy took responsibility for the plagiarism. “The line (that) was included is my fault, not Jeanne’s,” Murphy said in an email. “I am the director of communication for the campaign, the content of an email is my responsibility.” “That should have been cited — absolutely,” Murphy said in a second email regarding the Tribune sentences used in the campaign communication. “Information gets pulled from different sources, and it was an oversight. We will review emails more carefully going forward.” In the process of acknowledging the error, Murphy also attacked the “Chicago media,” claiming it was biased. Murphy declined to make Ives available for an interview and declined to say whether the candidate reviewed the email before it was sent.)
— Best Buy to furlough 51,000 store employees amid coronavirus sales slump – LAUREN ZUMBACH
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-best-buy-furloughing-workers-20200415-s2mrwpbsu5cj3afwgmv2pwzfnq-story.html
— Chicago police setting up checkpoints to remind people of stay-at-home order, raising concerns of union and ACLU – PETER NICKEAS
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-chicago-police-checkpoints-20200415-jug6ysdm65eopcqxep54tvqj4a-story.html
— Coronavirus may cost Metra 97% of its April ridership, and leave $500 million budget hole over next two years – Mary Wisniewski
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-chicago-metra-budget-shortfalls-empty-trains-20200415-ihzhyckhnzhkply2uxmqyhsjx4-story.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “President Trump is floundering and he’s taking the WHO and governors down with him.”
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/ct-nyt-column-trump-coronavirus-who-economy-20200416-l635zddyqnavhj4cbypsifc7o4-story.html

DAILY HERALD
— Pritzker estimates $2.7 billion revenue shortfall from COVID-19 – Jake Griffin
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200415/pritzker-estimates-27-billion-revenue-shortfall-from-covid-19
— Kane County leaders squabble over COVID-19 response – James Fuller
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200414/kane-county-leaders-squabble-over-covid-19-response
— DuPage provides $85,000 to help pay for hotel rooms for the homeless – Robert Sanchez
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200415/dupage-provides-85000-to-help-pay-for-hotel-rooms-for-the-homeless
— Emerging economic data reveals devastation; job losses grow – AP
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200415/business/304159913/
— 4% of people in suburbs who tested positive for COVID-19 have died – Jake Griffin
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200415/4-of-people-in-suburbs-who-tested-positive-for-covid-19-have-died
— 10 more COVID-19 cases at Windsor Park, three more deaths – Katlyn Smith
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200415/10-more-covid-19-cases-at-windsor-park-three-more-deaths
— Metra ridership dropped 95% after ‘stay at home’ order – Marni Pyke
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200415/metra-ridership-dropped-95-after-stay-at-home-order
— DuPage keeping health insurance for board members – Robert Sanchez
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200415/dupage-keeping-health-insurance-for-board-members
— Chinese American students in DuPage raises money to distribute PPE
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200415/chinese-american-students-in-dupage-raises-money-to-distribute-ppe
— Leaders must deter large numbers from gathering at parks and preserves – Editorial
https://www.dailyherald.com/discuss/20200415/editorial-leaders-must-deter-large-numbers-from-gathering-at-parks-and-preserves
— April 15 COVID-19 cases per county, some towns, and search by ZIP code
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200415/april-15-covid-19-cases-per-county-some-towns-and-search-by-zip-code

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— COVID to blow $10 billion hole in Illinois’ budget That’s the staggering impact of the pandemic if the state doesn’t get federal help, Gov. J.B. Pritzker says. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/covid-blow-10-billion-hole-illinois-budget
— Pritzker envisions Midwest version of West Coast, Northeast COVID coalitions Michigan’s governor confirms she and her counterparts in other Midwest states have been hearing from Illinois’ governor about a plan to coordinate a regional response—and begin mapping out a reopening of the economy. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/pritzker-envisions-midwest-version-west-coast-northeast-covid-coalitions
— Lightfoot backs up her COVID stance Using new data to make her case, the mayor contends social distancing is working to flatten the curve—while also arguing that reopening the economy will be a slower process than some would like. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/lightfoot-backs-her-covid-stance
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Pot pushers say “Weed shops prepare for a very mellow 4/20 The cannabis industry’s big annual celebration got short-circuited by the coronavirus. Toking alone or virtually will have to do.”
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/marijuanacannabis/weed-shops-prepare-very-mellow-420

WTTW
— After Halting WHO Funding, Trump Comes Under Fire Yet Again – Alexandra Silets 
https://news.wttw.com/2020/04/15/after-halting-who-funding-trump-comes-under-fire-yet-again

BELLEVILLE NEWS DEMOCRAT
— Should Madison County Republicans resign even after investigation yields no charges? – KAVAHN MANSOURI
https://www.bnd.com/news/politics-government/article241977076.html
— Prenzler puts aides on leave after Madison County Democrats demand resignations – KAVAHN MANSOURI
https://www.bnd.com/news/local/article242040241.html

WCSJ NEWS
— Group of Republican Senators (Paul Schimpf, Donald DeWitte, Jim Oberweis, Craig Wilcox, Jason Plummer, Chuck Weaver, Sue Rezin and Dan McConchie) Call on Governor to Begin Strategy For Reopening Illinois
http://www.wcsjnews.com/news/wspynews/group-of-republican-senators-call-on-governor-to-begin-strategy-for-reopening-illinois/article_6b67e732-58f6-5155-89dc-9f8c32ee4cf4.html

FOX ILLINOIS
— Trump resort in Florida lays off 560 workers due to virus – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/coronavirus/trump-resort-in-florida-lays-off-560-workers-due-to-virus

MCHENRY COUNTY BLOG
— Grafton Township Elects Orv Brettman as GOP Chairman
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/15/grafton-township-elects-orv-brettman-as-gop-chairman/ 
— Diane Evertsen Term Limits Herself for the Second Time
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/15/diane-evertsen-term-limits-herself-for-the-second-time/ 
— Dems Re-Elect Kristina Zahorik Chair
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/15/dems-re-elect-zahorik-chair/ 
— Nunda Township GOP Elects Officers, Mark Daniel Chairman
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/15/nunda-township-gop-elects-officers/ 
— Erik Sivertsen Re-Elected McHenry Township Republican Chairman
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/15/erik-sivertsen-re-elected-mchenry-township-republican-chairman/ 
— Will Jack Franks Finally Endorse Joe Biden?
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/15/will-jack-franks-finally-endorse-joe-biden/ 
— State Senators Send Letter to Governor about Economy
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/04/15/state-senators-send-letter-to-governor-about-economy/


ILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE
— ILLINOIS PERSONAL INCOME TAX REVENUE COULD FALL UP TO $6.6 BILLION FROM COVID-19 LOCKDOWN – Orphe Divounguy and Bryce Hill
https://www.illinoispolicy.org/illinois-personal-income-tax-revenue-could-fall-up-to-6-6-billion-from-covid-19-lockdown/

ILLINOIS REVIEW
— CHICAGO POLICE TO BEGIN STOPPING LAWFUL RESIDENTS, REMINDING THEM TO “STAY AT HOME”
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/chicago-police-to-begin-stopping-lawful-residents-reminding-them-to-stay-at-home.html
— GENEVA LAWMAKER QUESTIONS PRITZKER’S UNCHECKED POWERS AS 30-DAY DISASTER PROCLAMATION CONTINUES
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/ugaste-proposes-review-of-illinois-governors-current-disaster-proclamation.html
— THORNER & O’NEIL: THE WHO, CHINA AND THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/thorner-oneil-the-who-china-and-the-coronavirus-pandemic.html#more
— GOV PRITZKER PUSHES FOR PROGRESSIVE TAX; CLAIMS COVID-19 COULD SET ILLINOIS BACK OVER $7B
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/gov-pritzker-pushes-for-progressive-tax-claims-covid-19-could-set-illinois-back-over-7b-.html
— GOP STATE SENATORS CALL ON PRITZKER TO “EASE BACK” ON SOCIAL DISTANCING; PRESENT RE-OPENING PLAN
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/gop-state-senators-call-on-pritzker-to-ease-back-on-social-distancing-present-re-opening-plan.html
— CHICAGO HIDING MILLIONS OF N95 MASKS; PRITZKER SECRETLY BUYING MORE MASKS FROM CHINA
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/pritzker-hiding-millions-of-masks-secretly-buying-more-from-china.html

— RADICAL ENVIRONMENTALISTS’ GIDDINESS DURING PANDEMIC EXPOSES THEIR TRUE AIMS
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/04/radical-environmentalists-giddiness-during-pandemic-exposes-their-true-aims.html

CAPITOL FAX
— 1,346 new cases, 80 additional deaths
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/15/1346-new-cases-80-additional-deaths/
— GRF forecast revised down $2.7 billion for FY20 and $4.6 billion in FY21, but $6.2 billion with borrowing and $7.4 billion if no graduated income tax – Says Fair Tax needed now more than ever – Talks about “secret flight” – Addresses plan by GOP state senators to reopen economy when ICU capacity is sufficient – Asked about death counts – Roseland backlog addressed – Asked about summer camp – Asked about rent control protesters – Says he is considering a mask order – No state border checks – Talks about contact tracing – Asked about pushing the curve down, but nothing new on that front yet – Asked about churches and pot dispensaries – Says state will make decision to lift, not locals – No position on municipal plea to AG on FOIA – Praises National Guard
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/15/grf-forecast-revised-down-27-billion-for-fy20-and-46-billion-in-fy21-but-rises-to-62-billion-with-borrowing/
— COVID-19 roundup
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/15/covid-19-roundup-18/
— March saw largest ever recorded decline in retail and food sales
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/15/march-saw-largest-ever-recorded-decline-in-retail-and-food-sales/
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: What do you say to those who want to use remapping to give more preference to voters who are anti-Trump, anti-Protestant, anti-conservative, anti-patriotic, anti-Republican, anti-American, anti-White, anti-male, anti-older people, anti-rich people, anti-gun owners, anti-German Americans, anti-draft avoiders, and/or anti-those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time?
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/15/who-should-control-the-remap-process/
— Plan by eight Senate Republicans (Paul Schimpf, Donald DeWitte, Jim Oberweis, Craig Wilcox, Jason Plummer, Chuck Weaver, Sue Rezin and Dan McConchie) is a bit on the ghoulish side
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/15/sgop-plan-is-a-bit-on-the-ghoulish-side/
— Dueling graduated income tax press releases
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/15/dueling-graduated-income-tax-press-releases/
— Slowing the upward curve is just not enough
https://capitolfax.com/2020/04/15/slowing-the-upward-curve-is-just-not-enough/

WASHINGTON EXAMINER
— ICE to release almost 700 illegal immigrants due to coronavirus fears – Andrew Mark Miller
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/ice-to-release-almost-700-illegal-immigrants-due-to-coronavirus-fears

RUSH LIMBAUGH
— I’m Feeling Good About the Future, Folks
https://www.rushlimbaugh.com/daily/2020/04/15/im-feeling-good-about-the-future-folks/
— Democrats Hope Corona Can Do What Mueller and Schiff Failed to Do
https://www.rushlimbaugh.com/daily/2020/04/15/democrats-hope-corona-can-do-what-mueller-and-schiff-failed-to-do/
— MAGA! Coronavirus Has Resurrected Trump’s Slogan
https://www.rushlimbaugh.com/daily/2020/04/15/maga-coronavirus-has-resurrected-trumps-slogan/

BREITBART
— Democrats Demand Trump Stop Building Border Wall During Coronavirus Crisis – John Binder
https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2020/04/15/democrats-demand-trump-stop-building-border-wall-during-coronavirus-crisis/

BLAZE
— Leaked State Department cables add weight to the theory that COVID-19 started in a Wuhan virology lab The evidence continues to pile up – Phil Shiver
https://www.theblaze.com/news/state-department-cables-wuhan-virology-lab
— Trump trolls the press, pre-emptively destroying the credibility of the media
https://www.theblaze.com/steve-deace/trump-troll

DAILY SIGNAL
— Illegal Immigrants in Los Angeles Can Apply for Pre-Paid Debit Cards – Jason Hopkins 
https://www.dailysignal.com/2020/04/15/illegal-immigrants-in-los-angeles-can-apply-for-pre-paid-debit-cards/

TOWNHALL
— Liberalism, Like the Wuhan Virus, Will Never Die – Ann Coulter
https://townhall.com/columnists/anncoulter/2020/04/15/liberalism-like-the-wuhan-virus-will-never-die-n2567004

NEWSMAX
— Trump Abandons Task Force on Reopening US, Hosts Calls Instead
https://www.newsmax.com/streettalk/trump-task-force-reopen/2020/04/15/id/963038/

ONE NEWS NOW
— POLITICS California giving illegals $500 cash – AP
https://onenewsnow.com/ap/politics/california-giving-illegals-500-cash
— Before it cleared out campuses, virus enjoyed P.C. defense – Chris Woodward
https://onenewsnow.com/culture/2020/04/15/before-it-cleared-out-campuses-virus-enjoyed-pc-defense

THE HILL
— Global coronavirus cases surpass 2 million – JOHN BOWDEN 
https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/492635-global-coronavirus-cases-pass-2-million
— Trump WHO cuts meet with furious blowback – PETER SULLIVAN
https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/492997-trump-who-cuts-meet-with-furious-blowback
— Democratic senators call for funding for local media in coronavirus stimulus – JUSTIN WISE (DIERSEN: He who pays the piper calls the tunes.) 
https://thehill.com/homenews/media/491787-democratic-senators-call-for-funding-for-local-media-in-coronavirus-stimulus
— The coronavirus is no reason to waive the rules for immigrants – MATT O’BRIEN
https://thehill.com/opinion/immigration/492739-the-coronavirus-is-no-reason-to-waive-the-rules-for-immigrants
— Trump threatens to adjourn both chambers of Congress – BRETT SAMUELS
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/493044-trump-threatens-to-adjourn-both-chambers-of-congress

NBC NEWS
— Black health experts say surgeon general’s comments reflect lack of awareness of black community “The Adams statement is, at best, irresponsible and, at worst, reflective of systemic structural racism.” – Curtis Bunn (DIERSEN: What communities are/were you a member of and how aware are/were you of those communities? I am extremely aware of the Milton Township Republican Organization community (since 1999). I was extremely aware of the following communities: TAPROOT Republicans of Illinois (2005-2012), Wheaton Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee (2003-2011), Illinois Center Right Coalition (2003-2007), American Association of Political Consultants Midwest Chapter (2001-2004), Association of Government Accountants Chicago Chapter (1983-1996), GAO Chicago office (1980-1997), IRS Chicago office (1971-1980), Park Forest Post Office (1966-1969), etc.)
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/black-health-experts-say-surgeon-general-s-comments-reflect-lack-n1183711

CNN
— Universities begin considering the possibility of canceling in-person classes until 2021 – Brian Ries and Meg Wagner
https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/14/us/university-may-cancel-classes-fall-2021-trnd/index.html

WASHINGTON POST
— Coronavirus destroys lungs. But doctors are finding its damage in kidneys, hearts and elsewhere. – Lenny Bernstein, Carolyn Y. Johnson, 
Sarah Kaplan and Laurie McGinley 
https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/coronavirus-destroys-lungs-but-doctors-are-finding-its-damage-in-kidneys-hearts-and-elsewhere/2020/04/14/7ff71ee0-7db1-11ea-a3ee-13e1ae0a3571_story.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters want Republicans to dump Trump.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/04/15/republicans-who-dont-like-trump-have-no-excuses-endorse-biden/

DAILY BEAST
— Doctors Tear Down Their Neighbor’s Trump 2020 Flag Before Getting Arrested – Kate Briquelet
https://www.thedailybeast.com/video-florida-doctors-tear-down-their-neighbors-trump-2020-flag-before-getting-arrested
— Trump’s Net Worth Plummets $1 Billion Amid Coronavirus Crisis: Forbes – Emma Tucker
https://www.thedailybeast.com/trumps-net-worth-plummets-dollar1-billion-amid-coronavirus-crisis-forbes-says

VANITY FAIR
— Trump’s Coronavirus Power Grab Is Dividing Conservatives Fox’s Bret Baier challenged Trump’s claim that he can unilaterally open the country, and Glenn Beck called it “actually” incorrect. But the rest of the Fox cheering section is steadfast—in sharp contrast to the Obama years. – CALEB ECARMA
https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2020/04/donald-trump-coronavirus-power-grab-dividing-conservatives

NEW YORK MAGAZINE
— Crowds Gather Around the Country to Protest Social Distancing – Adam K. Raymond
https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2020/04/crowds-gather-to-protest-social-distancing.html

FORBES
— $3.5 Billion Has Flowed From U.S. Taxpayers To The World Health Organization Since 2010 – Adam Andrzejewski
https://www.forbes.com/sites/adamandrzejewski/2020/04/14/35-billion-has-flowed-from-us-taxpayers-to-the-world-health-organization-since-2010/
— Abbott Labs Has Shipped 566,000 Rapid COVID-19 Tests To All 50 U.S. States – Bruce Japsen
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2020/04/14/abbott-labs-has-shipped-566000-rapid-covid-19-tests-to-all-50-us-states/#74efab353205

KIPLINGER
— 5 Ways This Recession Hits Retirees Particularly Hard – Bob Niedt
https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/retirement/T037-S001-ways-recession-hits-retirees-particularly-hard/index.html
(FROM THE ARTICLE: Less Time to Recover From Portfolio Losses. . .Dividend Cuts. . .Lower Interest Rates. . .A Tiny Social Security COLA in 2021. . .A Tougher Time Finding Jobs)

JD SUPRA
— It is Now Easier For Federal Workers to Prove Age Bias – Kelly Drye (DIERSEN: The federal government’s “up-or-out” policy for its employees who are Republican, White, male, and/or non-veteran is age discrimination.)
https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/it-is-now-easier-for-federal-workers-to-66537/

GOVERNMENT EXECUTIVE
— Postal Workers Say USPS Isn’t Telling Them When Colleagues Test Positive for COVID-19, Despite Promising To The CDC says people who have been exposed to COVID-19 should quarantine. Many postal workers say they have no way of knowing if that’s them. – MARYAM JAMEEL
https://www.govexec.com/workforce/2020/04/postal-workers-say-usps-isnt-telling-them-when-colleagues-test-positive-covid-19-despite-promising/164626/
— Lawmakers and Attorneys Push to Protect Inspectors General From Political Retaliation – COURTNEY BUBLÉ (DIERSEN: All of the audits of all the federal agencies that I worked on for GAO 1980-1997 required coordination with those agency’s Inspector Generals (IG). I worked on audits of federal financial institution regulators for almost 9 years, on audits of IRS for 3 years, and on audits of many other federal agencies, including Railroad Retirement Board, Department of Defense, U.S. Postal Service, Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Energy, Department of Transportation, Immigration and Naturalization Service, General Service Administration, Federal Highway Administration, Department of Labor, Federal Aviation Administration, Veteran Administration, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Department of Health and Human Services, for almost 6 years. I served on Executive Committee (EC) of the Association of Government Accountants for 13 years 1983-1996. Almost all the other EC members were employees of IG offices.) 
https://www.govexec.com/workforce/2020/04/coronavirus-roundup-lawmakers-and-attorneys-push-protect-inspectors-general-political-retaliation/164630/