THE ERA – WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? Join us and our co-sponsors the Union League Club of Chicago and League of Women Voters of Chicago, for a thought-provoking luncheon and conversation with Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton on a topic that is unresolved and so integral to our way of life—especially during a […]
The Lori Lightfoot Administration: A Conversation with Gregory Pratt Please join the Lincoln Forum in partnership with the Union League Club of Chicago as we welcome author Gregory Pratt who will discuss his new book The City is Up for Grabs: How Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Led and Lost a City in Crisis. Bruce Dold, […]
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 […]
Chicago Bears Beyond the Field: A Conversation with Kevin Warren Join Lincoln Forum in partnership with the Union League Club of Chicago for an important event where you will get to hear firsthand from Kevin Warren, President and CEO of the Chicago Bears. This is your chance to go beyond the field and gain insights […]
Reception and Screening: Lincoln is Crying: The Grifters, Grafters & Governors of Illinois Join us for a night of intrigue and scandal as we delve into the dark side of Illinois politics with a screening of "Lincoln is Crying" Please join Lincoln Forum in partnership with The Union League Club for a fun evening - discover […]
Mapping the Future of Regional Mobility Transit for the People: Next Steps on Governance and Funding Challenges in bringing back transit riders after COVID - and already declining ridership prior to COVID - will lead to a $730 million annual "fiscal cliff" beginning in 2026 after federal emergency funds are expended. New and innovative strategic […]
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 […]
Breakfast with the Blue Angels – A Fun-Filled Event for All Ages! Join Lincoln Forum for breakfast with the Blue Angels on August 9th. In partnership with the Union League Club of Chicago and the Chicago Council of the Navy League, we're hosting an unforgettable breakfast event featuring the internationally renowned Blue Angels, one of […]
Part of Our Ongoing Series on the Intersection of Business and Sports and Community Chicago's Next Big Idea - The 1901 Project, A Vision for the West Side Join the Lincoln Forum and the Union League Club of Chicago on October 2 at 11:30am for an exclusive conversation with next-generation sports team leaders, Danny Wirtz, Chairman and […]
"The Daley Show" - How the second Mayor Daley changed the Windy City By Forrest Claypool | Foreword by David Axelrod Join the Lincoln Forum in partnership with The Union League Club for lunch discussion on October 30th at 11:30 AM, as Forrest Claypool takes you behind the scenes of Chicago’s political machine with his […]
Meet the new Cook County State’s Attorney: Eileen O’Neill Burke Join Lincoln Forum, in partnership with the Union League Club of Chicago and The Chicago Bar Association, for a luncheon with the new Cook County State’s Attorney, Eileen O’Neill Burke, on January 30, 2025, at 11:30 am. This exclusive event is an opportunity to gain […]
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart: Dispelling Myths—The Fight Against Human Trafficking Human trafficking is a deeply under-reported crime and one of the fastest-growing criminal enterprises—happening closer to home than many realize. Join Lincoln Forum and the Union League Club of Chicago on February 13 at 11:30am for a powerful discussion with Cook County Sheriff Tom […]