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Brandon Johnson

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Brandon Johnson is a Democratic politician from Illinois, currently serving as the Cook County Commissioner. He has been an advocate for social justice and equity, focusing on issues such as education, public safety, and community development. Johnson has been vocal about the importance of defending democracy and combating authoritarianism, often referencing the need for collective action to address systemic issues. His recent statements highlight his commitment to these principles and his engagement with the community on various pressing matters.

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February 17, 2026

Rev. Jackson held strong to this truth that we all are 'somebody'

Brandon Johnson

Oct 18, 2025

Are you ready to defend this democracy? Are you ready to fight fascism? Are you prepared to destroy authoritarianism once and for all!

nypost.com
Oct 9, 2025

The judge established that the Trump administration is unreliable. They lie, misrepresent, and put people in danger.

nbcnews.com
Oct 9, 2025

There is no rebellion in Chicago. There are just good people standing up for what is right.

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Oct 8, 2025

This president is unstable, unhinged, a double-minded individual that quite frankly is a threat to our democracy, and it's certainly not the first time that Donald Trump has called for the arresting of a Black man unjustly. I'm not going…

cbsnews.com
Oct 7, 2025

There is a process that the National Guard goes through before they're actually released into the streets of Chicago or anywhere.

cbsnews.com
Oct 7, 2025

It's not what they're trained to do.

cbsnews.com
Oct 6, 2025

We will not tolerate ICE agents violating our residents’ constitutional rights nor will we allow the federal government to disregard our local authority.

nbcnews.com
Oct 5, 2025

They’re dangerous and reckless. It’s antithetical to who we are as a nation.

nypost.com
Oct 5, 2025

First of all, she has no idea what she’s talking about.

nypost.com
Oct 5, 2025

The Trump administration they are completely delusional right now, and what they are promulgating in this particular moment are not just unconstitutional measures.

nypost.com
Oct 3, 2025

Argentina gets $20 billion and the South Side gets nothing. What happened to America First?

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