Brandon Johnson, a progressive Democrat, explains how he plans to manage the nation’s third-largest city in a complicated moment.
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How Brandon Johnson Made Up Ground and Won Chicago’s Mayoral Race
Mr. Johnson, a progressive county commissioner, won over liberal voters across the city after finishing second in a first round of balloting.
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Chicago Mayor’s Race Could Be a Blueprint for Democratic Messaging on Crime
Brandon Johnson, a progressive Democrat, prevailed over his more moderate challenger after holding the position that officials must take a fundamentally different approach to public safety.
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Rejecting a ‘Republican in Disguise,’ Chicago Voters Elect Johnson as Next Mayor
In a largely liberal city, Chicago voters chose Brandon Johnson, a county commissioner and union organizer, over Paul Vallas, who took a hard line on crime.
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Brandon Johnson Elected Chicago Mayor, Turning Back Tough-on-Crime Opponent
Paul Vallas, who pressed for a more conservative approach, narrowly lost to Mr. Johnson, who was little known to voters only months ago.