Planned Developments

In today's episode, Lou and Ryan share their experiences with political internships under Sen. Durbin and President Obama, and discuss the different types of political internships, how to get one, what kind of work you can expect to do, and the sacrifices you may need to make.Questions? Comments? Email us at [email protected]

In this special bonus episode, Lou and Ryan discuss how gerrymandering makes an impact at the local level.Questions? Feedback? Email us at [email protected]

In today's episode, Lou and Ryan discuss the in's and out's of partisan redistricting, also known as gerrymandering. They discuss the history of gerrymandering, how it works, and why it's in the news this year.Questions? Feedback? Email us at [email protected]

In this episode we (well just Lou since Ryan is still out) tackle ranked choice voting. A method of voting where you rank your preferences out of all the candidates on the ballot. Questions? Feedback? Email us at [email protected]

In this episode Lou is flying solo and is tackling the local politics surrounding the possible move of the Chicago Bears out of Chicago and to Arlington Heights, IL, or even to Northwest Indiana.Questions? Feedback? Email us at [email protected]

In this week's episode, Lou and Ryan discuss a topic closely intertwined with zoning: Planned developments.Questions? Feedback? Email us at [email protected]

In this episode, Lou and Ryan discuss the ways you can take action to promote democracy, including voting, marching, joining activist groups, and serving as an a election judge.

In this episode, Lou and Ryan continue their preview of the upcoming Primary Election in Illinois, breaking down the candidates and key storylines in Democratic races taking place in the 8th and 9th Congressional districts, as well as State Senate, State House, and Cook County races in the Chicago suburbs.Questions? Comments? Email us at [email protected]

In this episode, Lou and Ryan preview the upcoming Primary Election in Illinois, breaking down the key storylines in Democratic races taking place in the suburbs of Chicago.Questions? Comments? Email us at [email protected]

In this week's episode, Lou and Ryan discuss the process that inspired the podcast's name: Zoning. Lou shares his experiences on the La Grange Village Board and walks through the process that decides who can build what and where.