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City Limits: Blame the mayor

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Unpacking the Defeat of Chicago's Mayor: Governance and Crime Challenges

This chapter examines Mayor Lightfoot's surprising loss in the election, where she secured just 16% of the votes, a historic defeat for a Chicago mayor. It analyzes the factors contributing to her unpopularity, including governance issues, rising crime rates, and her track record on police accountability.

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