Topic: Chicago Mayor

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel failed to win a second term outright, forcing a runoff election against Cook County Commissioner Jesus "Chuy" Garcia. Garcia has gained support from teachers' unions and neighborhoods dissatisfied with Emanuel's administration. The hosts discuss the shifting demographics of Chicago and the potential for an upset in the April 7th runoff.

President Obama utilized a specific rhetorical technique when asked about placing calls for Rahm Emanuel's mayoral campaign in Chicago. By stating he "doesn't have to" make calls because Emanuel is doing fine on his own, he avoided a direct yes or no answer. This method of suggesting an answer without confirming facts is noted as a common political maneuver.

The hosts discuss the release of Sarah Shourd, one of the American hikers detained in Iran, and share an anecdote about a suspicious "photographer" in Yemen with a computer science degree. They also note Rahm Emanuel's expected announcement to run for Mayor of Chicago, signaling a departure from the White House.

Observations from O'Hare International Airport suggest a high volume of Russian nationals traveling with American passports. The discussion touches on the historical influence of organized crime in cities like Chicago and Boston. The hosts speculate on potential global connections between various international syndicates and local political structures.