Cook County Republican Party

The Cook County Republican Party is being revitalized by Lee Roupas, the party Chairman. Excellent source of information for the Cook County races. The Cook County GOP is supporting a slate of candidates for Cook County positions with the objective of replacing the Democratically controlled leadership that is widely known for bureaucratic incompetence and tax increases.

Chicago Republican Party

The Chicago Republican Party under the leadership of Eloise Gerson has become increasingly proactive and energetic. There is a growing interest among the city’s residents in developing a true two party system of government and to end the long period of dictatorial rule. The party is gearing up for the 2010 Cook County elections as a precursor for the Chicago elections following shortly thereafter.

Chicago Young Republicans

The Chicago Young Republicans (YRs) are a rapidly expanding force in the metropolitan area. They are energetic, knowledgeable and focused on raising awareness and support for conservative ideals. They are becoming a significant force in Chicago politics and can be expected to drive the future of the Republican Party in the Chicago metropolitan area.

Chicago Republican Women’s Network

CRWN is a growing influence within the party and provides an excellent opportunity for women to meet like minded Republicans. They are actively supporting candidates and have regular meetings to socialize and to discuss issues of the day. Men can become associate members.

Republican National Hispanic Assembly of Illinois

The RNHA is actively working to expand the base of the Republican Party to the Hispanic Community. The 3d Congressional District has 63,000 registered voters with Hispanic surnames. In the past they have voted overwhelmingly Democratic, but there are strong indications of a change for this conservatively oriented voter group. Angel Garcia, one the key RNHA leaders, is running for Cook County Clerk.
Aljazeera

The English version of the well known Arabic new service. Gives a different view of international events that helps the reader understand the perceptions, correct or not, of people in the Middle East. Not as radical as one would expect, although the English version is likely more edited and toned down to appeal to western audiences.

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VA Hospital/Jesse Brown VA Medical Center

Primary VA medical facility in the Chicago area. Excellent site that has links to a wide variety of VA services including veteran business opportunities, veteran services, survivor benefits, etc. Links to other VA hospitals and outpatient clinics. Excellent information source for veterans.

Tricare

 Links to medical providers in the region. Check claims status. Submit online claims. Determine available benefits.

Health Net Federal Services

 Access to the federal health services including TriCare North, the primary health provider for active duty personnel and retirees.

Defense Knowledge Online (DKO/AKO)

 Initially for the Army personnel, this site is expanding to encompass the full defense department. Not available for the general public.

Veterans Handbooks

A variety of handbooks published by the Feddesk for veterans and their families. The site also has information on retirement, scholarships, grants, internships, apprenticeships, fellowships, etc. Excellent source of information for government opportunities.

Military Pay

Defense Department pay site. Permits military personnel and retirees to manage their pay information and some deductions. Online W2s and LES (leave and earning statements).

American Legion, 1st Division, Cook County

The American Legion has locations across the state for veterans. Cook County is located in the First Division of the American Legion and encompasses 200 local posts. Open to all veterans of the US Military. An excellent organization for camaraderie with friends from all services. Very involved in community affairs.

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)

 The Veterans of Foreign Wars is open to veterans. There are dozens of posts in Cook County. They have a job section(Vet Jobs) and a wide variety of alliances. Another excellent organization for meeting and associating with friends from all services. Very involved in community affairs. Open to vets who have served overseas and received Overseas Services Medal, Expeditionary Medal, hostile fire pay, Korean duty, etc. See the site for more details.