'An affront to democratic process': Chicago's Democrat mayor Lori Lightfoot tells voters who won't support her not to vote at all
After the Lightfoot campaign initially defended its attempt to weaponize the city's youth in a political campaign, Lightfoot ultimately called the emails "clearly a mistake," pinning blame on a "young staffer."
Chicago's Democrat Mayor Lori Lightfoot has feigned championing democracy in the past, but now that her power is at stake, she is apparently happy to dissuade voters from exercising their rights and performing their civic duties.
Lightfoot is seeking reelection on Feb. 28. Three among the eight other challengers on the ballot pose credible threats to her chances of securing a second term. ---More...
At South Side rally ft. Bobby Rush, Mayor Lightfoot reiterates, “Any vote coming from the South Side for somebody not named Lightfoot is a vote for Chuy Garcia or Paul Vallas. … If you want them controlling your destiny, then stay home. Then don't vote.” pic.twitter.com/3mQXta1Pvt
— Alice Yin (@byaliceyin)February 18, 2023
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