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Tag: Second Ward
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Mayor Rahm unveils plan for ‘equity and balance’ in development
The mayor and his planning commissioner try to convince the public that developing rich neighborhoods is good for everyone.
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Second Ward gerrymandering could help Mayor Rahm rezone Finkl Steel site
Getting rid of former alderman Bob Fioretti was just the beginning.
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Will the new Chicago City Council still be a rubber stamp?
Rookie aldermen are vowing to shake up the City Council—but haven’t we heard this story before?
Posted inNews & Politics
Aldermania, round two: Welcome to the runoff elections
A look at five City Council races that show the shifting political landscape in Chicago.
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Candidate for Second Ward alderman decries the parking meter deal though her old firm drew it up
Chicago’s parking meter deal and its aftershocks continue to cause controversy during elections for mayor and alderman.
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Daley who? Rahm, City Council candidates downplay their ties to the political dynasty
In the 11th Ward, another Daley is running for alderman.
Posted inNews & Politics
Does Rahm Emanuel have a challenger who can win?
What Toni Preckwinkle, Karen Lewis, and Robert Fioretti need to do to defeat Rahm Emanuel in a mayoral election
Posted inColumns & Opinion
The Chicago manual of school closings
A close look at how Chicago officials shutter public schools
Posted inBest of Chicago
Best Politician Guided by a What-the-Fuck-Do-I-Have-to-Lose Attitude
Robert Fioretti
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The Second Ward in black and white
Though it’s often thought of as a South Loop contest, the aldermanic fight in the Second Ward may hinge on the west side.
Posted inNews & Politics
Is Bobby Rush in Trouble?
Two formidable opponents in the race for his congressional seat are banking on it.