Political Quotes

“Mr. President, I rise today to honor Chicago's very own WGN Radio for reaching its milestone 100th birthday this year. In a century's time, WGN has reported on so much of our Nation's history. The station is synonymous with Chicago's vibrant sports history and has defined time and again what it means to have a vision and work to see it through. WGN, which stands for ``World's Greatest Newspaper'' and pays homage to the Chicago's Tribune's 20th century slogan, comes from humble beginnings. Starting with a single staff member in 1922, WGN went on to cover some of the past century's defining moments and solidify a legacy of storytelling and determination. In 1942, it was WGN who interrupted their broadcast of a Bears game to report for the next 257 hours and 35 minutes on the attack on Pearl Harbor. On 9/11, WGN was there, focusing on Chicago's reaction to the events on that tragic September morning. As an Illinoisan, I am proud that WGN has consistently shown up during some of our country's darkest days. But they have been with us through many of our brightest moments too.…”