So, it's a pretty incredible time to live in Chicago. Between Barack's '08 election, the '09 Olympic bid, Blago's '10 trial, last years Stanley Cup victory, and the city's general overall awesomeness, I know it seems like I'm always saying it's an incredible time to live in Chicago, but .... seriously this time! These are exciting days in our city: today Mayor Daley left office after an unprecedented 20+ years, and Rahm Emanuel was sworn in. Tomorrow Oprah is taking over the United Center to tape two of her final Oprah Winfrey Show episodes after 25 seasons on the air. (Pranav and I entered the lottery to get tickets, but no dice.) Mayor Daley and Oprah have been the de facto king and queen of Chicago for decades. They will be missed!
Last but not least, speaking of cool happenings at the United Center ... the Derrick Rose-led Chicago Bulls have energized this town with their remarkable season, sportsmanship, and humility. I think a lot of folks (myself at least) thought basketball would never be exciting again in Chicago after Michael Jordan retired for the 2nd time, but enter the uber humble and talented Derrick Rose. What a great kid!
The new mayors of Chicago:
Last but not least, speaking of cool happenings at the United Center ... the Derrick Rose-led Chicago Bulls have energized this town with their remarkable season, sportsmanship, and humility. I think a lot of folks (myself at least) thought basketball would never be exciting again in Chicago after Michael Jordan retired for the 2nd time, but enter the uber humble and talented Derrick Rose. What a great kid!
The new mayors of Chicago:
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