Speak Up Illinois

04/09/2026

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2026/04/presidential-message-on-easter/

This Easter Sunday, the First Lady and I join with Christians all across our Nation and around the world in rejoicing in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ,

04/04/2026

03/24/2026

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03/17/2026

Happy ! Here in Southern Illinois, agriculture isn’t just an industry, it’s a way of life. Our farmers work long hours to feed our country and power our economy, and I’m proud to serve on the House Agriculture Committee to support their hard work and the next generation of producers.

03/17/2026

A kind and generous man has passed. A lover of Agriculture and the people involved in it. https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/chicago-broadcast-legend-orion-samuelson-dies-at/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQleS5jbGNrBCV5G2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHsBnzNe5XG-pbAxIH0ZO6YdF6sFyuGsvqZ2Bsl2gkCi8klyNB2Ld-0-BTOty_aem_T3hcdSK4TctO2QuJVwdNrw

CHICAGO — Chicago has lost a broadcasting legend. And farmers across America have lost an advocate and friend. Orion Samuelson died Monday, WGN Radio announced. Samuelson brought agriculture to lif…

02/21/2026

The values that made us great should show up at the voting booth. Here's how to make sure they do in record-breaking numbers! https://www.networkingthenetworks.com/events

Do not miss this event - For a WIN in November! https://www.networkingthenetworks.com/events

01/29/2026

https://hpj.com/2026/01/29/america-250-a-year-worth-celebrating/

American agriculture is being honored through activities marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

01/27/2026

Remember and Speak Up...

01/20/2026

https://www.theepochtimes.com/opinion/if-77-percent-of-young-men-are-unfit-to-serve-who-will-work-the-land-5959476?src_src=morningbriefnoe&src_cmp=mb-2025-12-22&est=Wn1CVHQ6tm80GxhsUOtjV4Vf5sNTVeNV%2BvXuoWXI4ArK3I78%2FZgD%2B%2BR8E2bSEPrMDWAtnV4HGWQ%3D Some very interesting insights as usual.

ViewpointsOpinionIf 77 Percent of Young Men Are Unfit to Serve, Who Will Work the Land?PrintMembers of the Texas National Guard stand guard at an army reserve training facility in Elwood, Ill., on Oct. 7, 2025. Scott Olson/Getty ImagesMollie Engelhart12/21/2025|Updated: 12/21/20250:00CommentaryI was...

01/19/2026

https://texasagriculture.gov/News-Events/Article/10744/Texas-Agriculture-Commissioner-Sid-Miller-Sounds-Alarm-Surge-in-Unsolicited-Mys We need to remember, there are enemies of freedom who wish to harm America. There come from within and beyond our borders and aren't above attacking our food, agriculture and health. Check out this warning from Texas...

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) today warned Texans of a sharp spike in unsolicited packages delivering unidentified seeds. As of January 15, 2026, TDA has already collected 126 packets this year alone, with reports surging dramatically since t...

12/28/2025

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DA BEARS! The Bears have officially secured their first division title since 2018, with the Packers' loss to the Ravens making Chicago NFC North champions. Details here: http://nbcchi.com/5eahWDi