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It was a hard fought battle, and after many high profile endorsements from respected elected officials and community leaders, in the end former Chicago Public Schools CEO Paul Vallas had to concede that he was not the voters' choice to lead Chicago as Mayor. He thanked his supporters, acknowledging the tremendous amount of work that went into the campaign that fell short of 50% and even with the uncounted mail in ballots, there were not enough votes outstanding to bring a victory.
"I'm honored and humbled by all of your support. I ran for Mayor to bring this city together and it's clear based on the result tonight that the city is deeply divided. So tonight, even though we believe that every vote should be counted, I called Brandon Johnson and told him that I absolutely expect him to be the next Mayor of Chicago."
Flanked by supporters, elected officials and former candidates who endorsed him, Paul Vallas noted the ideas presented during forums and said he offered Brandon Johnson his full support.
Photo by Parthenia Luke
Vermont Senator and former Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders flew into Chicago Friday, March 30, 2023, to endorse Bernie Sanders for Mayor at a major rally held at the UIC Pavilion at 525 S. Racine. The packed house was reminiscent of the citywide rallies during the days of the campaign for Harold Washington to later became the first African American Mayor of Chicago.
Also lending support for the campaign and urging voters to recognize the historical signicance of this moment was Martin Luther King, III, whose symbolic presence reminded voters of the struggles to obtain political power in America and the rewards when election campaigns were victorious throughout the North and South.
Prior to the rally, some polls reported Paul Vallas' voter support at 49% and Brandon Johnson's voter support at 44%. After the rally, some polls showed Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas in a virtual dead heat.
Also speaking at the rally was Congressman Jonathan Jackson and Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, who reminded voters of the critical issues of housing, education, health care and public safety that are on the line in this election. At the end of his speech, Sen. Bernie Sanders held up Commissioner Brandon Johnson's hand in a sign of victory. Photo by Parthenia Luke
Reminding voters of the significance of the election date of April 4 as also the anniversary of the assassination of his father, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Martin Luther King III's endorsement of Brandon Johnson was a powerful symbol at the Pavilion rally. Photo by Parthenia Luke.
Also lending a powerful symbolic presence at the Pavilion rally was Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., who was instrumental in the election of Mayor Harold Washington and whose Presidential runs in 1984 and 1988 paved the way twenty years later for the victory of Barack Obama in 2008. Recognized as a Civil Rights icon, Rev. Jackson earlier endorsed Brandon Johnson, as did his son Congressman Jonathan Jackson. Congressman Jackson also gave a rousing speech at the rally, reminding voters of all the issues the new mayor will need to face and the importance of electing a candidate who is sensitive to the needs of all communities. Prominentcommunity activists and elected officials have been largely divided on this election, seemingly basing their choices to endorse one candidate over the other on previous political relationships. Rally speakers reminded voters that the margin of victory was dependent upon which side got their supporters to the polls. The undecided vote is being courted by both candidates in a series of campaign ads and mailings sent daily to households throughout Chicago's communities. Photo by Parthenia Luke
Entertainment before the speakers at the Pavilion appealed to the large contingent of youthful supporters. Photo by Parthenia Luke
An enthusiastic multi-ethnic, multi-generational crowd filled the seats at the UIC Pavilion for Brandon Johnson. Photo by Parthenia Luke.
"I am deeply honored to receive this endorsement from Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., a mentor and a friend," stated Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson. "He is an icon of our movement, a champion for impoverished and disenfranchised people, and I am humbled to have his support for my candidacy for mayor of the city we both love and call home." Friday's endorsement at Rainbow PUSH was attended by many community leaders and activists who have pledged their support for Commissioner Brandon Johnson for Mayor. Newly elected First Congressional District Congressman Jonathan Jackson had endorsed Johnson's candidacy before the first election.
While many expected voters to be divided along racial lines, clearly the loyalties to the both candidates stretch across racial, ethnic, neighborhood and even generational differences, with both candidates getting their share of endorsements from black and white prominent leaders. Congressman and former Mayoral candidate Jesus Chuy Garcia endorsed Brandon Johnson while former Mayoral candidate and activist Ja'Mal Green announced he was supporting Paul Vallas.
"I'm honored to earn the support of Congressman Garcia and grateful for the opportunity to join our coalitions together to build a safer, stronger Chicago," stated Commissioner Johnson.
The Chicago Bulls vs. Orlando Magic February 13, 2023. The Bulls lost a tight game against Orlando 100-91 at United Center in Chicago, IL. Photo by John L. Alexander
The 2023 PBR Competition started out with a bang, and after the explosions came a heartfelt rendition of the Star Spangled Banner and a fervent prayer for the safety of the bull riders and the success of the event. Round 1 began on Friday, January 13, followed by Round 2 and the championship round on Saturday, January 14. Photo by John L. Alexander.
As a skilled cowboy stayed on hand to lasso the hard-to-handle bulls, a comedic clown kept the crowds entertained. All competing bull riders got on one bull each in Rounds 1and 2. Following Round 2 Saturday evening, the riders’ individual two-round scores were totaled, with the Top 12 advancing to the championship round. Photo by John L. Alexander
"Unleash The Beast" is the title of this event, which travels across the country each year, billed as the ultimate showdown of man vs. beast. Contestants must stay on the bull for a minimum of 8 seconds while using only one hand to hold on to the rope around the bull's neck. and touching no other part of the bull or themselves. Photo by John L. Alexander.
Purdue Center Zach Edey (15), a top scorer for Purdue with 30 points in Sunday's championship game, snatches a rebound from the reach of Penn State guard/forward Seth Lundy (1) . Photo by John L. Alexander
Penn State guard Camren Wynter (11) uses fancy footwork to bring the ball down court past Purdue guard David Jenkins, Jr. (14). Photo by John L Alexander
Purdue forward Mason Gills (0) looks for an opening to pass or shoot, as Penn State maintains its defense. Photo by John L. Alexander
Purdue forward Trey Kaufman-Renn (4) takes a shot over the head of Penn State forward Michael Henn (24). Photo by John L Alexander
White Sox infielder Hanser Alberto (26) makes the catch to try to slow the momentum of the San Francisco Giants who whipped the Chicago White Sox 16-8 on April 6, 2023 at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL. Photo by John L. Alexander
San Francisco Giants pitcher Tyler Scott Rogers (71) winds up for a curve ball in an attempt to stop the Chicago White Sox who won 7 to 3 in the second game of the season against the San Francisco Giants on April 05, 2023 at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL. Photo by John L. Alexander
Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Moiran, Jr. strives to connect with the ball in the White Sox home opener April 3, 2023 against the San Francisco Giants. The Giants won 12-3. Photo by John L. Alexander
An enthusiastic crowd packed into Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago April 3rd to cheer their home team to victory, but instead watched as the San Francisco Giants trounced the Chicago White Sox 12-3. San Francisco's David Villar hit two of San Francisco's seven home runs and San Francisco pitcher Anthony DeSclafani kept the Chicago team scoreless for six innings. The original start time of the game was 3:10pm but the start time. was pushed up an hour to 2:10pm to avoid interruption by predicted rain storms. Photo by John L. Alexander
The Chicago Bulls team strives to stop another score by making aggressive moves against L.A. Lakers forward LeBron James (6), but despite their efforts, the Bulls took a beating from the Lakers 121-110 on March 29, 2023 at the United Center in Chicago. Photo by JohnL. Alexander
COLUMBUS, OH - MARCH 16: Purdue Boilermakers lose a very tough fought game to St. John's Red Storm 66-64 on March 16, 2023 at Schottenstein Center in Columbus, OH. St. John's guard Unique Drake evades Purdue players in a drive to the basket. Photo by John L. Alexander
A crowd packed into Schottenstein Center in Columbus Ohio for the NCAA second round held Monday March 20, 2023 in which Ohio state Beat North Carolina 71-69. Photo by John L. Alexander
Ohio State Beat North Carolina 71 -69 in the NCAA second round held Monday March 20, 2023 at Schottenstein Center in Columbus OH. Photo by John L. Alexander
COLUMBUS, OH - MARCH 18: North Carolina TarHeels beat St.John's Red Storm in a close game 61-59 on March 18, 2023 at Schottenstein Center in Columbus, OH. Photo by John L. Alexander
COLUMBUS, OH - MARCH 18: North Carolina TarHeels beat St.John's Red Storm in a close game 61-59 on March 18, 2023 at Schottenstein Center in Columbus, OH. Photo by John L. Alexander
Carmen Day, mother of Jelani Day, recounts how she had to do the investigation work herself after her son's body was found, going down to Peru and Bloomington to ask questions when police tried to dismiss the death of her son as a suicide by drowning. Photo by Naimah Latif
As Attorney Crump comforts a grief stricken Carmen Day, Rev. Jackson pointed out that hate crimes are occurring often. He noted the Ahmaud Arbery case in which three white men were recently found guilty in the shooting death of a black man in Georgia. Photo by Naimah Latif
The climate of violence in America was set by President Donald Trump, and the results have been the forming of the group "The Proud Boys" who, armed with weapons, are intimidating the citizens in Washington D.C. and appear to be trying to instigate a race war, stated Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. The decision not to prosecute Kenosha Police Officer Rusten Sheskey for shooting unarmed Jacob Blake, Jr. in the back seven times, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down was another miscarriage of justice in an ongoing "reign of terror" by police officers, Rev. Jackson said.
Rainbow PUSH National Field Director Bishop Tavis Grant said, "Justice has once again been delayed. Such was the case with Emmett Till. Such was the case with Medgar Evers. Such was the case with Trayvon Martin, and most recently with Breonna Taylor. The prosecutor has given us a brand of justice that represents the group that want to overturn this election, that wants to challenge our birthright, that wants to make us three fifths human."
Jacob Blake Sr. said regarding the decision by Kenosha County District Attorney Michael Graveley not to prosecute the officer who shot his son, "The fight is not over." He stated that he intends to take the issue all the way to Congress and persist until there is justice.
"We understood what was going to come when they called in the National Guard. We understand what the Proud Boys are here to do."
He stated that despite threats on his life, he will not be silenced.
"I don't hide from anyone. I fear nothing," he said. "Now our battle must go in front of the Congress. It must go in front of the Senate. We must abolish the right for a policeman to be seen on a higher plane than the citizens of the United States.You can not have a Bill of Rights for the Police and then have a Bill of Rights for the People. We're all people. There are no big I's and little you's. Photo by John L. Alexander.
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In his first trip to the Chicagoland area since his election, President Joe Biden came to promote the benefits of his American Families Plan in strengthening the American economy. He spoke to an audience at McHenry County College in Crystal Lake Illinois, a Northwest Suburb of Chicago explaining the economic benefits of affordable higher education, proposing two years of free community college education. During his remarks President Biden recognized the work of Democrats in Illinois, praising U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth and U.S. Representative Lauren Underwood. Photo by Marcus Robinson.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle meet briefly with President Biden as he arrives at O'Hare Airport. The President was briefed about recent incidences of gun violence in Chicago and pledged Federal support to help alleviate the distress families face in inner city communities. His American Families Plan is currently being reviewed in Congress. His visit is intended to encourage more support among Republicans. Photo by Parthenia Luke.
President Biden promised more manufacturing jobs in areas needed to improve the environment and the U.S. infrastructure, such as the installation of new pipes and the construction of roads and bridges. His American Families plan faces opposition from Republicans in Congress. His visit to Crystal Lake, an area that favored Donald Trump in the last election, was intended to drum up Republican support by focusing on the economic benefits to residents. Photo by Marcus Robinson
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