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4/26/2013
Join the Illinois Policy Institute for a luncheon on Monday, May 20, as we host Governor Sam Brownback.
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4/19/2013
The Union League Club of Chicago will host a debate on ethanol moderated by John Tillman on May 8th
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4/17/2013
Illinois Policy Institute, in partnership with the Union League Club of Chicago and its Public Affairs Committee, is hosting the Digital Learning Symposium in Chicago.
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4/8/2013
Join the Illinois Policy Institute and learn from a panel of courageous leaders who championed bold changes on school choice, pension and budget reforms, Right to Work and more.
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3/18/2013
Who's the Fairest of Them All? A luncheon with Steve Moore in Quincy
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3/15/2013
Decatur breakfast featuring Institute staff
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10/12/2012
Please join us as we celebrate out 10th Anniversary with an election night viewing party.
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9/13/2012
On Oct. 1, Brook will join the Illinois Policy Institute to discuss his new book, Rand’s growing popularity and how Rand’s ideas can help transform states like Illinois.
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8/29/2012
The 2012 election will be one of the hardest-fought in U.S. history. The race might also be one of the closest, which brings to the forefront concerns about voter fraud and bureaucratic incompetence in elections.
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7/23/2012
Join the Illinois Policy Institute on August 1st, as we host a luncheon in Rockford with Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford), and a cocktail hour in Chicago
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7/20/2012
Please join us to celebrate Milton Friedman's 100th birthday by highlighting one of his major priorities- school choice.
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7/12/2012
Join the Illinois Policy Institute, the Heartland Institute, America’s Future Foundation and the Reason Individualism Freedom Institute for a cocktail hour with economist and author John Blundell.
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7/3/2012
Join us at a PUBLIC FORUM on local pension accountability. Teachers, pensioners, parents, taxpayers -- all are welcome at this free event as we discuss the pros and cons of this important policy idea.
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7/2/2012
A young professional networking reception & policy discussion featuring Nina Owcharenko, director, Center for Health Policy Studies, The Heritage Foundation.
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6/11/2012
Please join us for a lunch on June 28 to hear about a new development in school reform that could have a national impact.
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6/8/2012
The Institute’s Liberty Speakers Series brings some of the nation’s greatest advocates for liberty and economic freedom to Illinois to discuss timely and relevant issues.
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5/30/2012
Join the Illinois Policy Institute and Citizens for Responsible Government for a luncheon with Stephen Hayes
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5/24/2012
Join the Illinois Policy Institute as we host Stephen Hayes as part of our Liberty Speakers Series.
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5/23/2012
Join us to hear John Tillman speak to Illiana Tea Party to present the Illinois Policy Institute's Budget Solutions 2013.
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5/14/2012
Join the Illinois Policy Institute as we host Arthur Brooks as part of our Liberty Speakers Series.
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5/9/2012
Join us at the Quincy Tea Party’s monthly meeting where the Illinois Policy Institute’s Kristina Rasmussen and American for Prosperity will talk about the policies that can return Illinois to sound fiscal footing and how you can help make it happen.
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5/7/2012
Join us at the Taxpayers United of NW Cook County’s monthly meeting for a presentation on how we can turn Illinois around.
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3/16/2012
With Gov. Walker at the helm, our neighbor to the north took real steps toward reform and closed their budget gap without tax increases or broken promises.
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3/6/2012
As the fight for school choice rages nationwide, traditional alliances are breaking down and both political parties are pushing for reform and expanded school choice.
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2/29/2012
This event is hosted by hosted by the Liberty Justice Center (LJC), the Illinois Policy Institute’s public-interest law firm. LJC uses litigation to protect economic liberty, private property rights, free speech and other fundamental rights in Illinois.
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2/21/2012
The Adopt-A-District activist training session will arm activists with many of the skills needed to successfully pressure legislators, influence public opinion, and engage the media in support of liberty-based public policy solutions for Illinois.
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2/15/2012
Join us and C.J. Maloney, author of “Back to the Land: Arthurdale, FDR’s New Deal, and the Costs of Economic Planning.”
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2/14/2012
Featuring Cato and ALEC experts Michael Cannon and Christie Herrera.
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1/31/2012
Our guest speaker will be K12 CEO Ron Packard.
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1/18/2012
Panelists include: Michael Medved, radio talk show host and author; Juan Williams, FOX News contributor; Dr. Paul Worfel, chair of the education department at Trinity International University.
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1/10/2012
Michael Barone is a renowned and respected political historian who is at the forefront of American political coverage.
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12/16/2011
The Illinois Policy Institute will host an "Adopt-A-District" activist training on January 14th.
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11/17/2011
Join the Illinois Policy Institute and the Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce for a luncheon on this exciting topic, featuring former West Virginia Governor Bob Wise, the president of the Alliance for Excellent Education.
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11/16/2011
The Illinois Policy Institute will
host an Adopt-A-District Training
session in Darien, IL on November
17th.
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11/11/2011
Join the Illinois Policy Institute and Americans for Tax Reform for a "No Drink Tax" event at Butch McGuire's Tavern before the Bears game on Sunday!
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11/2/2011
Join us on December 7 for our annual holiday party.
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10/13/2011
Join us for an Adopt-A-District Training session in Urbana, IL on November 10th to help make a difference in Illinois.
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10/6/2011
Illinois has a major metropolis, a booming suburban landscape, and rich rural farmland. In short, we’ve got it all. Change is afoot, however.
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10/6/2011
From the right to sue anyone over anything to court takeovers of school funding, legal academia has hatched too many ideas that end up conferring more power on the law schools' own graduates rather than promoting freedom and justice.
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10/5/2011
Join us for an Adopt-A-District Training session in Lena, IL on November 3rd to help make a difference in Illinois.
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9/23/2011
The Illinois Policy Institute seeks outstanding term papers, essays, theses or dissertation chapters that embrace and support the principles of individual liberty, property rights, the rule of law, voluntarism or free enterprise.
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9/22/2011
For each of the last eight years, Arizona Congressman Jeff Flake has been named “Taxpayers’ Best Friend” by the National Taxpayers Union thanks to his superb voting record.
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9/16/2011
John Tillman will be delivering the evening keynote address the 2011 SFL Chicago Regional Conference on October 1.
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9/7/2011
On Sunday, September 18, join us, the Family Taxpayers Foundation, Kankakee Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Talk 1320 AM WKAN as we host an interactive program on the job climate in Illinois.
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8/11/2011
The Illinois State Fair kicks off tonight, and next week the Illinois Policy Institute will be out in force during Governor's Day (Wednesday, August 17) and Republican Day (Thursday, August 18) gathering signatures for our Repeal the Tax Hike Petition.
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7/13/2011
How can Illinois build momentum toward giving all families an excellent choice of schools? Join Collin Hitt, the Institute's education policy expert, for a July 29 breakfast discussion.
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7/6/2011
The Illinois Policy Institute held an event in Rockford on July 26th for our Adopt-A-District Program.
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7/1/2011
Join us for an Adopt-A-District Training session in East Peoria, IL on July 21st.
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7/1/2011
This installment of The (Un)Common Good series will explore the role of the individual versus the government in solving our social and economic challenges via a dynamic, new program format.
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6/3/2011
The Illinois Policy Institute held an Adopt-A-District Training session on June 7th in LaSalle, IL.
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6/1/2011
Scott Rasmussen Speaks at Illinois Policy Institute's Liberty Speaker Series - May 2011.
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6/1/2011
Last November, voters sent more free market candidates to Capitol Hill, putting the GOP in control of the U.S. House of Representatives. Now, months later, are they delivering on campaign promises and setting up a framework for a more prosperous future?
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5/27/2011
The Illinois Policy Institute welcomes Heather R. Higgins of the Independent Women's Forum on June 16 for a tea and discussion on how liberty principles offer attractive policy solutions to the big questions facing women today.
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5/17/2011
What do government's problems mean to the everyday taxpayer? What needs to happen to put Illinois's fiscal house in order? Attend this free job creation summit to hear from experts and ask questions on May 22.
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4/22/2011
Join us for lunch on Tuesday, May 24 as we host pollster Scott Rasmussen to discuss the intersection of public opinion and free market principles.
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4/22/2011
Join us on Tuesday, May 24 for a cocktail hour discussion with pollster Scott Rasmussen on the intersection of public opinion and free market principles.
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4/21/2011
Join us and FreedomWorks on May 3rd as we host a screening of Atlas Shrugged: Part One. Following the movie screening, join us for a reception at PJ Clarke's next door to the theater at 302 E. Illinois Street.
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4/20/2011
The Illinois Policy Institute welcomed Congressman Peter Roskam to speak the morning of April 18. Watch video of his remarks here.
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4/20/2011
On Wednesday, April 27, the Illinois Policy Institute joins with the Illinois Humanities Council for this event in their new (Un)Common Good series. Senior fellow Dan Proft will speak on the panel.
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4/13/2011
In April, the Illinois Policy Institute will have staff members speaking at Tax Day Tea Party events all over the state in support of repealing the recent State of Illinois income tax hike.
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3/24/2011
Part one of Governor Gary Johnsons speech at an Illinois Policy Institute Event on March 23.
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3/24/2011
Part two of Governor Gary Johnsons speech at an Illinois Policy Institute Event on March 23.
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3/24/2011
Part three of Governor Gary Johnsons speech at an Illinois Policy Institute Event on March 23.
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2/7/2011
The Illinois Policy Institute invites you to a breakfast discussion on ObamaCare’s ten-year effect on Medicaid expenditures in Illinois.
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1/30/2011
Summary of Education Revolution Event with John Tillman, Michael Medved, Dick Morris, Denny Hastert – Jan. 27, 2011
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1/21/2011
Join us for a panel discussion with Dick Morris, Michael Medved, and Michelle Bernard, moderated by John Tillman.
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12/10/2010
Be sure to mark Wednesday, January 5th on your calendar. The Institute is planning a legislator outreach day in Springfield.
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12/10/2010
Come hear Kristina Rasmussen discuss Illinois Financial Challenges and Solutions at the Hoogland Center for the Arts.
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11/22/2010
Mayoral candidates to face off during public forum on education issues; Andy Shaw to moderate live event.
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10/14/2010
Join us for an Election Night Party on November 2!
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10/13/2010
A highlight of the night was when Rep. Connelly and Rep. Pihos signed the Illinois Honest Taxation Pledge.
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10/5/2010
On September 23rd, the Turnaround Tour bus drove down to the 'Horseradish Capital of the World' for the Metro East stop in Collinsville, IL.
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9/28/2010
Join us in Rockford, IL on Thursday, September 30th.
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9/28/2010
Join us in Lyons, IL on Wednesday, October 6th.
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9/28/2010
Join us in Peoria, IL on Thursday, October 14th.
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9/16/2010
Join us in Northbrook on September 28th for the Illinois Turnaround Tour and Candidates Forum.
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9/10/2010
Mark Kirk joined us for a policy discussion September 20.
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8/27/2010
Check out the photos and video blog from the great event we had!
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8/22/2010
Check out the photos and video blog from the great event we had!
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8/20/2010
Check out the photos and video blog from the great event we had!
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8/18/2010
Check out the photos and video blog from the great event we had!
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6/24/2010
We had a great event with Arthur Brooks on June 23!
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5/5/2010
The Illinois Policy Institute held a luncheon discussion “Rich States, Poor States: How Does Illinois Rank?” Watch a video from the study's author here.
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3/1/2010
A very engaged crowd joined us on March 23 to hear transportation export Randal O'Toole discuss the transportation quagmire that our country is stuck in, which he covers his new book, 'Gridlock: Why We’re Stuck in Traffic and What to Do about It.'
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1/15/2010
Please join us for our education summit, In Our Hands, a gathering of national experts on school choice. The lunch session will be keynoted by the activist, pastor and state lawmaker, the Rev. Senator James Meeks.
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1/5/2010
On January 20th Chris Horner spoke to a gathering of concerned citizens at an event put on by the Illinois Policy Institute as part of an on going effort to spread the truth about global warming.
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10/15/2009
On October 14, 2009, former Missouri Governor Matt Blunt addressed a sold-out luncheon filled with concerned citizens, Liberty Leaders, politicians and government officials in Springfield on the subject of government transparency.
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10/3/2009
A sold-out crowd of more than 150 guests joined us for a special lunch keynoted by Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels, who discussed Indiana’s successes in creating a business-friendly environment.
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9/3/2009
Transportation expert Randal O'Toole presented at a policy breakfast in Springfield about the construction of a high-speed rail network with federal
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8/26/2009
On Wednesday August 26, the Illinois Policy Institute hosted John Fund, columnist for the Wall Street Journal, Fox News contributor, and author of
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5/21/2009
On Wednesday, June 17,the Illinois Policy Institute hosted humorist P.J. O'Rourke! We enjoyed an evening of laughter with our guests and co-sponsors--the Heartland Institute, America's Future Foundation, and the Sam Adams Alliance.
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5/20/2009
Liberty Leaders from across Illinois joined taxpayer advocates on the State Capitol steps in Springfield for a pro-taxpayer rally!
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4/9/2009
On April 15, the Illinois Policy Institute hosted award-winning author Amity Shlaes to discuss her book and its relevance to today's economic crisis.
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4/8/2009
Institute CEO, John Tillman, and Vice President, Kristina Rasmussen, spoke to the thousands who joined protests in the Loop at the Chicago Tax Day Tea Party on April 15.
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3/11/2009
On March 11, the Institute hosted a discussion on the current financial meltdown with Institute senior fellow and CNBC star Andrew Busch.
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12/2/2008
On Thursday, December 11, 2008, the Illinois Policy Institute hosted a private reception with Wall Street Journal columnist and Club for Growth founder Steve Moore, where he shared his unique outlook on liberty and limited government in the new year.
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8/1/2008
On Thursday, July 31, Chef Charlie Trotter joined us to speak about how his values have influenced his success, as well as how greater liberty results in greater things for citizens from all walks of life.
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6/12/2008
On Wednesday, June 11, the Illinois Policy Institute held its first luncheon dedicated to school choice, which gathered a sell-out crowd of over 72 attendees to discuss better educational options for the children of Illinois.
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