Chicago mayor-elect hails Illinois as ‘vanguard for progressive policy’ in speech to lawmakers
Calls for addressing ‘root causes’ of crime while increasing police detectives.
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Johnson elected Chicago mayor in victory for progressives
Former teacher and union organizer Brandon Johnson has been elected Chicago mayor. Tuesday’s win is a major victory for the party’s progressive wing as the nation’s third-largest city grapples with high crime and financial challenges.