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Chicago Tribune
3 months ago
Chicago

Editorial: Mayor Johnson's posturing on Middle East conflict is alienating Jewish Chicago

Brandon Johnson only speaks to his base, ignoring everyone else.
His comments on the Israeli-Hamas conflict marginalized Chicago's Jewish community. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
3 months ago
Chicago

Mayor Johnson calls on state to build migrant shelters outside Chicago

Mayor Brandon Johnson is calling on Governor J.B. Pritzker to build more migrant shelters, even suggesting that they should be located outside of Chicago.
Mayor Johnson claims that the state of Illinois committed to building 2,200 beds for migrant shelters, but the process has been slow and he wants the state to take more action. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
3 months ago
Chicago

Editorial: Brandon Johnson's upcoming CTU negotiation should scare taxpayers. Will he surprise us with tough love for his friends?

The Chicago Teachers Union played a significant role in the election of Brandon Johnson as mayor.
The upcoming negotiation of a new teachers contract presents a conflict of interest for Mayor Johnson. [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
Chicago

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson calls for reparations funding to reduce violent crime

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson believes that funding for reparations will help address the city's record violent crime.
The mayor emphasizes the need for a major government response and investments in addressing root causes of violence and community safety. [ more ]
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Chicago Tribune
4 months ago
Chicago

Johnson administration fired staffers who complained about mistreatment by officials

City staffers fired after complaining about mistreatment by high-ranking officials in Mayor Johnson's administration.
The incident highlights the challenges during the transition from Lori Lightfoot to Mayor Johnson. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
4 months ago
Chicago

Editorial: Be very afraid for Chicago's stellar selective-enrollment schools

Brandon Johnson promised not to end selective-enrollment schools in Chicago during his mayoral campaign.
A resolution up for a vote by Johnson's school board suggests a transition away from privatization and admissions policies that perpetuate inequity. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Chicago

Mayor Brandon Johnson deflects over Chicago homeless tent removal request

Mayor Brandon Johnson deflects questions about City Hall controversy involving tying votes to removing homeless camps.
Johnson denies allegations of inappropriate quid pro quo, defends his push for anti-homelessness services.
Conflict between Ald. Conway and Johnson's administration stems from efforts to remove a troubled encampment. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
4 months ago
Education

Editorial: Be very afraid for Chicago's stellar selective-enrollment schools

Brandon Johnson promised not to end selective-enrollment schools in Chicago during his mayoral campaign.
A resolution up for a vote by Johnson's school board suggests a transition away from privatization and admissions policies that perpetuate inequity. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
4 months ago
Education

Editorial: Be very afraid for Chicago's stellar selective-enrollment schools

Brandon Johnson promised not to end selective-enrollment schools in Chicago during his mayoral campaign.
A resolution up for a vote by Johnson's school board suggests a transition away from privatization and admissions policies that perpetuate inequity. [ more ]
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