For
THINKERS
& DOERS
in Illinois
For THINKERS
& DOERS
in Illinois
Hear the most engaging minds in politics and policy on issues facing Illinois - and the nation.
"You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today." - Abraham Lincoln
The Lincoln Forum hosts virtual and in-person events, where some of the most influential, engaging minds in politics and policy speak on the most important issues facing Illinois and the nation. We provide a platform for all of those interested in sound public policy and bipartisan solutions.
Our most recent event

Above: our most recent event – A Conversation with Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch – Presented by Lincoln Forum, Crain’s Chicago Business and The Union League Club of Chicago.
Moderated by: Greg Hinz, Crain’s Chicago Business
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Past Speakers and Events
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin
State of Illinois
Jim Durkin
Illinois House Republican Leader
City of Chicago Mayoral Debate
Tom Dart
Cook County Sheriff