Brandon Johnson (Chicago): Elected in 2023, Johnson represents a progressive shift for the city. His background includes work as a teacher and union organizer, with significant support from labor and progressive organizations. Johnson has focused on social initiatives like public school funding, non-police responses to mental health crises, and investing in community safety through violence prevention and youth employment. His administration has advocated for reallocating certain funds from policing to community-based services, though he has moderated his stance on “defunding” the police since earlier campaigns. Focus on social equity, community-based solutions, and reforming public safety approaches.
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