The Windy City is full of more than just, well, air. Chicago is the heart and soul of Americas Midwest, the countrys third largest city behind New York and Los Angeles, and claims some of the most recognizable architectural monuments of American tradition and culture, such as historic Wrigley Field and the Sears Tower. Chicagos skyline is one of the most recognizable in the United States and the soulful sounds of this city are some of the most recognizably influential all over the world.
Chicago is situated on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, making it both a strategic economic port city and a lifeline into Americas heartland. A wave of European immigration in the 19th and 20th centuries made the city a true iconic melting pot for the country as a whole. Additionally, Chicago has roughly equal populations of Caucasians and African Americans and the second largest population of Chicanos behind Los Angeles. This multicultural identity adds unparalleled flavor to Chicago cuisine, art community and, of course, political history. Remember, Chicago is the site of the infamous 1968 Democratic National Convention where riots ensued in the streets and extreme police force...