On December 18, 2011, Chicago Tonight host Elizabeth Brackett had a panel of guests including Lori Healey with the Chicago G-8 NATO Committee, Gary Schenkel with OEMC, Harvey Grossman with ACLU Illinois, and Alderman Scott Waguespack from the 32nd Ward. The panel of guests discussed the benefits and possible problems that may arise during the NATO G-8 summits occurring in Chicago in May 2012.
The topics discussed included the protests that will occur, Mayor Emanuel’s fine increase proposal, and an increase in job creation.