We come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and creeds. But there are certain things that we can unite on. Here are ten things people from Illinois absolutely love:

1. Portillo's
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2. Da Bears
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3. Autumn
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4. Casimir Pulaski Day
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5. They like to talk about how someone they knew was friends with Al Capone
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6. The Illini
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7. Lake Michigan
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8. Farmers Markets
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9. Movies shot in Illinois
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10. Trips to Indiana to buy fireworks
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What other things do you love? Let us know in the comments.

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