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.
New Series: Meet the Candidates for Mayor of Chicago
We're interviewing them one at a time and asking the most important questions.
What are Chicago’s mayoral candidates planning to do to address the city’s most pressing challenges?
This free virtual series features individual, one-hour conversations between mayoral candidates and veteran Chicago political reporter Mike Flannery. Each program provides an in-depth look at one candidate’s experience, priorities and vision for Chicago’s future.
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Past Speakers and Events
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin
State of Illinois
Valerie Jarrett
Obama Foundation President
Kevin Warren
President and CEO of the Chicago Bears
JB Pritzker
Governor of Illinois
