After four disastrous years under former Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the Windy City decided to elect someone who is arguably even worse. Brandon Johnson defeated supposed centrist Paul Vallas to become the next mayor of the nation's third most populated city. Johnson's election is odd, given voters…
After four disastrous years under former Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the Windy City decided to elect someone who is arguably even worse. Brandon Johnson defeated supposed centrist Paul Vallas to become the next mayor of the nation's third most populated city. Johnson's election is odd, given voters signified they were tired of Lightfoot's politics. With Johnson, they are getting someone who is arguably even worse.
— Andy Ngô 🏳️🌈 April 5, 2023 "I'll be the mayor for you, too. Because this campaign has always been about building a better, stronger, safer Chicago, for all the people of Chicago. Chicago, tonight is just the beginning," Johnson exclaimed."With our voices and our votes, we have ushered in a new chapter in the history of our city. Tonight is a gateway to a new future for our city," he continued.
"Leftist @Brandon4Chicago has won the Chicago mayoral election against moderate Democrat Paul Vallas. Johnson calls for removing law enforcement from society," Ngo tweeted."During the 2020 riots, he defended looters, saying they were lashing out against racism. Chicago's violent crime has surged over the last few years under Lori Lightfoot.
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