Chicago Mayoral Race: Crime, Education, and Political Divides.
TL;DR
Chicago mayoral candidate Paul Vallas has been accused of opposing the teaching of Black history and having affiliations with right-wing extremists, which he denies. Vallas has focused his campaign on public safety, criticizing opponent Brandon Johnson's ties to the Chicago Teachers Union and accusing him of wanting to defund the police. Vallas has also emphasized his relationships with Black leaders and his record of rebuilding the New Orleans school system after Hurricane Katrina. He has faced questions about his education record and his stance on abortion.
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