Jan 13, 2022Stop “Inflation Shaming” Working Class FamiliesThe Poor and Working Class Are Easy Targets Yesterday, it was reported that the rate of inflation rose to 6.8%, the highest it has reached in 40 years. New polling shows what most of us know instinctively: rising costs at the grocery store, the gas pump and virtually everywhere in…5 min read5 min read
Dec 30, 2021These were our top 10 campaign moments of 2021…With 2021 coming to a close, I can’t help but feel grateful for the relentless support and dedication I’ve received from my supporters this year. This is the year I launched my congressional campaign to represent the Illinois 1st District, and so much has happened since I made the decision…Chris Butler7 min readChris Butler7 min read
Dec 3, 2021The Danger of Overhyping Lackluster Legislation … Let’s fix the Build Back Better Act.At around 9:45 AM Eastern on Friday, November 19th, from the moment that Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced, “the Build Back Better Bill is passed!”, the floor of the US House of Representatives erupted in triumphant jubilation. Chants of “Nancy, Nancy!” sounded from the 220 Democrats who had outvoted 212 Republicans…Build Back Better6 min readBuild Back Better6 min read
