The city of Chicago has a new mayor-elect, according to official results released by the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners on Monday. State Senator Jacqueline Collins emerged as the winner of the hotly contested race, defeating incumbent mayor Lori Lightfoot by a slim margin.
Collins, who has served in the Illinois state legislature for over two decades, ran on a platform of addressing income inequality, investing in education and public transportation, and increasing access to affordable healthcare. She also emphasized the need for criminal justice reform, particularly in the wake of high-profile cases of police brutality and misconduct in the city.
The race between Collins and Lightfoot was closely watched, with both candidates receiving significant support from their respective bases. Lightfoot, who was the first Black woman to serve as mayor of Chicago, had faced criticism from some progressives for her handling of issues such as police accountability and affordable housing.
Collins’ victory marks a significant shift for the city, which has long been dominated by the Democratic Party machine. She will be the first Black woman to serve as mayor of Chicago, and her progressive platform could signal a new era of politics in the city.
The official inauguration of the new mayor is set to take place on May 15th, and many Chicago residents are eager to see what changes Collins will bring to the city.
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