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Fight Over Schools and Taxes Pits Chicago Elite Against Mayor


Published on 2024-11-25 12:43:37 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • But less than two years into his government and his approval rating has sunk to below 30%. Jonson's battle with schools started earlier this year, when he was caught up in a debate over whether to end school choice and move away from investing in ...

The article from MSN discusses a significant political and financial conflict in Chicago between the city's elite and Mayor Brandon Johnson over the funding and control of public schools. The contention primarily revolves around a proposed tax increase on high-end property sales to fund Chicago Public Schools (CPS), which has met with resistance from wealthy residents and business leaders. Critics argue that the tax would drive away affluent families and businesses, potentially harming the city's economic recovery. Mayor Johnson, however, insists that the tax is necessary to address the educational disparities and financial needs of CPS, which has been underfunded for years. This dispute highlights broader issues of educational equity, tax policy, and the role of wealth in urban governance, with implications for how Chicago manages its economic and social policies moving forward.

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