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Read ‘A Reflection on the War in Iran’ by CRS Interim Director Keron Blair
Read ‘A Reflection on the War in Iran’ by CRS Interim Director Keron Blair
CRS Interim Executive Director Keron Blair wants to invite reflection and a call to action in this moment as our nation launches military strikes in Iran. As people of faith, we hold the view that human life is sacred. We are worried because war always comes with great loss of life. So with all this
Read ‘The Power of the People Summit Debrief’
Read ‘The Power of the People Summit Debrief’
CRS was humbled to join The Power of the People Summit: Building Coalition to Protect Our Civil Rights hosted by U.S. Congresswoman Delia Ramirez (IL-03) on February 20 at New Hope Bible Church in Chicago. Read our summit debrief here!
Read ‘Keep Hope Alive’ by the CRS Board of Directors & Staff
Read ‘Keep Hope Alive’ by the CRS Board of Directors & Staff
It is with profound sorrow that CRS mourns the passing of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., a civil rights leader, movement builder, and prophetic witness whose life reshaped our nation. We share a statement on behalf of our Board and Directors and staff.
Read ‘Honoring the Legacy of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr.’ by CRS Executive Director Rev. Dr. Waltrina Middleton
Read ‘Honoring the Legacy of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr.’ by CRS Executive Director Rev. Dr. Waltrina Middleton
The impact of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr.’s life work is indelible across the globe and certainly in our hearts. He was a giant amongst giants, and he was a servant of the people — dedicated to uplifting those in the margins and inspiring hope. CRS invites you to read our statement and join us in cele
2026 Voting Resources
2026 Voting Resources
Make a plan to vote in Illinois! Read this blog article to learn about voter registration, check out a sample ballot, review election deadlines, and more.
2026 CRS Events Interest Form — Sign up for the Springfield Day of Action!
2026 CRS Events Interest Form — Sign up for the Springfield Day of Action!
Take our 2026 Confronting Pharaoh Participant Survey
Take our 2026 Confronting Pharaoh Participant Survey
Watch, Witness, Work — Track Threatening Executive Orders
Watch, Witness, Work — Track Threatening Executive Orders
This blog article tracks executive orders issued by the current administration that limit affordable healthcare for low-income individuals, target refugees, roll back environmental protections, deepen disparities among marginalized communities, reinforce inequality, and more.
Read Love and Lament Reflections
Read Love and Lament Reflections
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Access Ways to Welcome New Neighbors to Chicago
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