Events

Chicago Mayoral Candidate Conversation Series What are the candidates for mayor of Chicago 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 […]

Federal Transportation Reauthorization: What Comes Next for America’s Infrastructure Monday, August 17  |  12:00–1:00 p.m. CT Free virtual event Lincoln Forum and the Union League Club of Chicago Transportation Subcommittee, with POLITICO as media partner, are bringing together national and Illinois transportation leaders for a timely conversation about the next federal transportation reauthorization bill. Federal […]

The New Hiring Equation: AI, Talent and What Employers Want Now Wednesday, May 27 | 12:00–1:00 p.m. CT Free virtual event Artificial intelligence is changing the workplace and reshaping what employers value in talent.  Join Lincoln Forum and the Union League Club of Chicago for a timely virtual conversation on how AI is influencing hiring, […]

Reclaiming Civility: How America Moves Forward Together Monday, November 10, 2025 | 9:30–10:30 a.m. CT | Virtual Event Presented by Lincoln Forum and the Union League Club of Chicag​o At a time when civility and trust in public life are being tested, Lincoln Forum and the Union League Club of Chicago will host a one-hour […]

WBEZ Presents: An Evening with Jake Tapper & Alex Thompson June 5, 2025, 7:30 PM, Doors open at 6:30 PM Join award-winning journalists Jake Tapper (CNN) and Alex Thompson (Axios) for a conversation about their new book, Original Sin—moderated by NPR’s David Folkenflik. Through exclusive insider accounts—from White House staffers to Hollywood players—they examine how […]

Insight 2024: Analyzing the U.S. Presidential Debate  Join Lincoln Forum and the Union League Club of Chicago for a free virtual event on Friday, June 28, from 12pm-1pm CT, as we dive into the first U.S. Presidential Debate with expert analysis from leading political reporters and legislators. This is your chance to gain insider perspectives […]

After a landmark verdict where twelve jurors found Donald Trump guilty on 34 counts, the spotlight now shifts to what lies ahead. What ramifications will this have on the upcoming presidential election? Is a prison sentence looming for Trump? Could he potentially make history once more by becoming the first convicted felon to clinch the […]

A Conversation with Vice President Mike Pence Our next event is a book discussion with Vice President Mike Pence. It will be moderated by Rick Pearson, Chief Political Editor, of the Chicago Tribune on November 28 and will begin with a reception at 11:30a.m. followed by lunch and the program at 12:00 p.m. at the Union […]

A New Day in Springfield? Presented by The Lincoln Forum, The Union League Club of Chicago and Crain's Chicago Business With the end of Mike Madigan’s time as Speaker, Crain’s Political Columnist Greg Hinz will talk with newly elected Illinois House Speaker, Emanuel Welch about what's next. Join us for a FREE virtual event on […]

Back to Business: Reigniting Chicago’s Billion Dollar Convention Industry As vaccines are being distributed worldwide, the question remains, when will conventions return to Chicago in 2021? What impact will the loss of trade shows have on tax revenue, the hotel and restaurant industries and the approximately 15,000 Illinois jobs the convention industry supports? Join us as […]

A Conversation with Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown Presented by The Lincoln Forum, The Union League Club of Chicago and Crain's Chicago Business The violence in Chicago is making national headlines and federal agents have been dispatched to the city. Why has there been an uptick in shootings? How has COVID-19 impacted the Chicago Police […]

Join the Lincoln Forum in partnership with Crain's Chicago and the Union League Club of Chicago for a live webcast with Illinois State Comptroller Susana A. Mendoza. In a conversation moderated by Crain’s Politics and Government Reporter A.D. Quig, Mendoza will discuss how the Illinois state budget is shaping up and exactly how big of a […]

In August, millions of college students will return to campuses across the country. College and university leaders are actively developing and implementing plans on how to safely reopen their campuses for in-person classes. They are determining how campus life needs to change to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic. The stakes are high. Please join the […]

Delivering over $1 billion in tax revenue in 2019, tourism is a critical industry for Chicago. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, tourism has come to a halt around the world. Now that things are opening again, how are hotels, restaurants, museums and transportation adapting to new health concerns from their guests? Join us […]

Lincoln Forum presents a virtual discussion with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin - in partnership with Crain's Chicago Business and the Union League Club of Chicago. Illinois is facing immense challenges as a result of COVID-19, including rising unemployment, healthcare issues and significant impacts on small businesses. Join U.S. Senator Dick Durbin as he explores the […]