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Lori Lightfoot: “We're not going to compromise our values as a city and I'm certainly not going to compromise my values in making sure…”

On the recordApril 11, 2019
We're not going to compromise our values as a city and I'm certainly not going to compromise my values in making sure that we are a city that is welcoming and that we have no tolerance for hate or disrespect.
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Lori Lightfoot
Democratic · Illinois

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Lori Lightfoot declares her commitment to upholding Chicago's values of welcome and respect for all.

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