In keeping with the podcast’s “New Member Prep” theme this week, here's a bonus pod that features a conversation between Sen. Elgie Sims (D-Chicago) and Sen. Mike Simmons (D-Chicago) and Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield).

Senators Simmons and Turner are the newest members, as well  as history makers in their districts and across the state of Illinois. They talk about their first few days in office and how their past work and life experiences will shape their role in the Senate.

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