Chicago
May Day takes on urgency under the Trump administration
May 2, 2017Chicago’s May Day event was a testament to the big-heartedness of the city. There was no violence, nor were there any serious counter-demonstrations.
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Chicago defends its Sanctuary City status
April 24, 2017Despite all the tough talk from the president and Attorney General Jeff Session, officials in Chicago said they would not be intimidated by the aggressive Trump administration tactics.
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Rahm’s Hunger Games-esque plan for Chicago schools fails to address systemic problems
April 11, 2017Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel's proposal would require Chicago Public Schools students to provide proof of acceptance to an institution such as college or the military in order to receive their high school diploma.
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Chicago South Shore activists and cops find some agreement on killings
April 6, 2017"We can’t just put accountability on our community without putting accountability on our elected officials."
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Chicago strengthens its defense of immigrants amid raids
February 23, 2017Chicago neighborhoods have held training events in preparation for Trump’s promised deportation raids.
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