Perspectives on Progress: Robinson says Illinoisans must address systemic racism together Perspectives on Progress: Robinson says Illinoisans must address systemic racism together Rebecca Anzel / Tuesday, June 23, 2020 The social movement sparked by George Floyd’s death is one Illinoisans must harness together, Chicago Rep. Lamont Robinson Jr., said. Read more
Perspectives on Progress: Meyers-Martin says police reform, societal ‘attitude’ change needed to advance racial equity Perspectives on Progress: Meyers-Martin says police reform, societal ‘attitude’ change needed to advance racial equity Rebecca Anzel / Thursday, June 18, 2020 Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin said her summer plans include identifying police reforms that will reduce officers’ use of force. Read more
Perspectives on Progress: Lightford urges Illinoisans to harness opportunity to enact change Perspectives on Progress: Lightford urges Illinoisans to harness opportunity to enact change Rebecca Anzel / Monday, June 15, 2020 Sen. Kimberly Lightford said she hopes the demonstrations held across Illinois will galvanize residents and the Legislature into enacting a tangible end to institutional racism. Read more
Perspectives on Progress: Tarver urges ‘candid,’ ‘honest’ conversations Perspectives on Progress: Tarver urges ‘candid,’ ‘honest’ conversations Rebecca Anzel / Wednesday, June 10, 2020 Daily demonstrations held across Illinois and the U.S. calling for an end to systemic racism are bittersweet, according to state Rep. Curtis Tarver. Read more