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Chicago's Morning Answer is the only morning radio program in Chicago that covers all of the stories that matter, from Washington to Springfield, from politics to culture. Hosted by Dan Proft, one the sharpest political minds in Illinois, Chicago's Morning Answer brings you what you need to know every morning from 5-9am (CT) on AM 560 The Answer.
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- Yesterday2h 13m
The People Have Spoken, and Now They Shall Be Punished
0:30 - Reaction to the Results 33:57 - Millennial TikToker expresses frustration. 56:24 - Fox News senior political analyst Juan Williams believes we’re at the end of the Trump era, and the infighting in both parties over who will run for president begins today. 01:09:33 - President of the Center of the American Experiment and Powerline contributor John Hinderaker had high hopes for Minnesota’s slate of strong Republican candidates, but says they were “swamped by the national anti-Trump tide.” 01:25:37 - Host of The Real Story, Jeanne Ives, says last night was “a terrible night for Illinois and a terrible night for taxpayers,” as the Republican Party in Illinois continues to shrink. Check out The Real Story with Jeanne and Amy 11-noon on 560 the Answer 01:43:21 - Former CPS CEO Paul Vallas worries that newly elected Chicago school board president Jessica Biggs may not be able to withstand pressure from the CTU, but believes a strong mayoral candidate could help alleviate those concerns. 01:57:56 - Senior writer for The Dispatch David Drucker breaks down why Democrats swept the elections and what comes next for Republicans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 2 days ago2h 13m
Election Day 2026
0:30 - Happy Election Day 12:32 - Haley Stevens 30:44 - Tom Homan closing argument for midterms 45:23 - DSA candidate (GA) Tim Denton vs. Venezulan economist Daniel Di Martino on capitalism vs. socialism 49:57 - Campus Beat 01:01:57 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:05:30 - Former Bears QB Mike Tomczak reviews last night’s big win against Seattle - "It's a good day to be a Bears fan!” 01:23:48 - Founder of Wirepoints, Mark Glennon: “This election in Illinois is not about pedestrian issues… it’s about nothing less than whether Western civilization will survive.” 01:41:35 - CEO of XX-XY Athletics, Jennifer Sey on the politicized WNBA and The Blue States Bringing The Fight For Women’s Sports To The November Ballot 01:59:08 - Open Mic - election day editionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 days ago2h 12m
The Election Is Just The Beginning
0:30 - Hayley Stevens endorsement of Rogers 18:04 - El-Sayed on white supremacy 35:53 - DailyWire's Luke Rosiak "To Catch a Scammer" on Medicaid home-health care fraud 57:53 - What’s on the ballot 01:12:33 - The Heritage Foundation’s Steven Bucci discusses the “failed coup” in Poland and Putin’s invitation to the G20 summit. 01:33:33 - Senior writer at National Review, Noah Rothman: Maybe This Time, the GOP Will Confront Defeat. Noah is also the author of Blood and Progress: A Century of Left-Wing Violence in America 01:46:25 - Director of the Conscience Project Andrea Picciotti-Bayer explains the amicus brief she filed on behalf of Catholic families in Colorado, which the Supreme Court will hear tomorrow. Read Andrea’s FOX News article to learn more Colorado's universal preschool revives vile anti-Catholic laws 02:01:15 - U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District, Bryan Steil, urges people with common sense to vote this Tuesday and keep radicalized, socialist Democrats from taking control. Support Bryan and his campaign for District 1 in WI bryansteil.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 6 days ago2h 24m
Chicago's Griftocracy
0:30 - Petition Challenge to BLM Brandon 14:01 - Alderhuman Byron Sigcho Lopez on VZ migrant shot by off duty FBI officer 30:27 - Red Baron Pizza's Walt Z 51:02 - Indiana Gov. Mike Braun reacts to reports that the Bears have decided on Arlington Heights, saying, “We know what we know, and we feel confident.” 01:08:16 - Bryan Drew, candidate for Illinois comptroller, points out that when the government wastes money, it wastes both Republican and Democratic taxpayers’ money. He says Republicans have a plan to put more of your hard-earned money back in your pocket. Support Bryan’s campaign for comptroller drewforillinois.com 01:16:48 - Why Dan Proft is Single 01:28:27 - Jennifer Davis, candidate for the U.S. House in Illinois’ 8th District, says starting her own business at 17 and raising 10 children have given her a unique perspective on the American Dream. Help send Jennifer to Congress votejenniferdavis.com 01:41:25 - Scott Wilder, spokesman for PreBorn, offers an opportunity to provide ultrasounds for mothers with crisis pregnancies. Research shows when pregnant girls, or young women, see their child on an ultrasound they are far more likely to choose life. To make a donation of any amount, go to 560TheAnswer.com/baby or call 833-850-BABY … That’s 833.850.2229 02:01:15 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago2h 12m
The System Protects Its Own
0:30 - The Dan Sullivans 15:14 - O'Keefe on Hennepin Co charges 33:30 - Why the reckoning is so challenging 54:42 - National political reporter Salena Zito breaks down the races in Ohio and across the Midwest, and explains why she thinks the strongest Republican campaigns are being run by women in Maine, Minnesota, and Iowa. Get Salena’s latest at SalenaZito.com 01:11:22 - Niki Conforti, Republican candidate for Illinois’ 6th Congressional District, says she’s ready to bring the change voters are looking for. Help Niki bring the change at conforti4congress.com 01:26:17 - Noted economist Stephen Moore says grades our economy at a B, which is way better than the media believes, but adds a plunge in consumer confidence is coming if “we wake up next week and all the Democrat Socialsts have been elected to office” Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:41:44 - Chairman of Whalen Global Advisors and editor of The Institutional Risk Analyst, Chris Whalen, analyzes the state of commercial real estate in big-city America. Check out Chris’ most recent book Inflated: Money, Debt and the American Dream – 2nd Edition 02:04:24 - Republican candidate for Illinois Attorney General Bob Fioretti has a plan to make our streets safer, strengthen our communities, and create opportunities for businesses to thrive from day one. Back Bob for IL AG bobforillinois.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago2h 8m
The Privilege of Breaking the Law
0:30 - 60 Minutes cutting room floor 13:55 - DHS has released a list of some of the most egregious illegal aliens they've removed to third party countries 32:29 - CTU Supercut: CPS underfunded 55:51 - Nurse warns MAGA… 01:09:45 - State Rep. Martin McLaughlin (52nd District) urges voters to stop the DSA, saying, “I have Dems knocking on doors for me because they do not like the direction of their party.” Support Rep McLaughlin in District 52 martyforillinois.com 01:25:21 - State Senator for Illinois’ 26th District, Darby Hills, calls her opponent Nabeela Syed a radical and dangerously unqualified, telling voters, “She’s never held a job outside of being a politician.” Help Senator Hills keep her seat. Visit citizensfordarbyhills.com. 01:36:13 - Rich Baris, director of Big Data Poll and host of Inside the Numbers with the People’s Pundit, admits he wishes he were wrong, but the early numbers aren’t looking good for the right. Rich is also co-author of Burn It Down: What the Polls Say Young Americans Really Want 01:53:43 - Daniel Cox, director of the Survey Center on American Life and senior fellow in polling and public opinion at the American Enterprise Institute, discusses dating, relationships, and his new book, Generation Uncoupled: America’s New Gender Divide and the Crisis of Human Connection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago2h 19m
SNAP OUT OF IT
0:30 - Comey 18:52 - Diawarra deportation case 35:04 - IA-2 Lindsay James on whether illegals residing in IA or Iowans 58:11 - UK village informed it will be sanctuary community 01:11:40 - In-depth History 01:15:04 - Republican candidate for US Senator in Illinois, Don Tracy, says the key to winning on Tuesday is maximizing Republican turnout. Don’t vote for Crazy, vote for Don Tracy - dontracyforil.com 01:37:36 - Ted Dabrowski rallies the troops, arguing that regardless of Tuesday’s results, it’s time for Illinois Republicans to go on offense and build something that can win. Join Ted at FightforIllinois.org 01:49:26 - Founding member of the Capitalist Pig hedge fund, Jonathan Hoenig, says Anthropic’s IPO could be the biggest in history. Follow Jonathan on X @JonathanHoenigSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago2h 22m
The Will to Defend Civilization
0:30 - Sir Mix-a-lot has nothing on Trump 18:50 - Protest of New Trier football game incident at New Trier. 37:56 - Niall Ferguson on the composition of the rioters in France 01:02:38 - Baier confronts with El-Sayed on 2012 Muslim Brotherhood letter 01:18:23 - The Heritage Foundation’s Steven Bucci pushes back on Obama’s comments about Trump and Iran, accusing the former president of having a selective memory about America’s history with Iran and calling him “a BS artist in the first magnitude.” 01:39:18 - Joel Zinberg, director of the Paragon Health Institute’s Public Health and American Well-Being Initiative: ‘Medicare for All’ Isn’t Medicare as We Know It 01:53:40 - Republican Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany calls out his opponent, David Crowley, for describing himself as an “accomplice” for illegal aliens. Support Tom’s campaign for WI gov tomtiffany.com 02:06:44 - Northfield Township Republican Committeeman, TJ Brown, invites you to the Northwest Suburban Lincoln Day Dinner this Wednesday 10/28 in Palatine. For more info visit lincolndd.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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