Trump is threatening to send troups into the streets of Chicago. Another manufactured "crisis" calculated to spread his power. I wish the young men and women in uniform could be greeted by and introduced to these home grown heroes.
Here's my Mt Rushmore of great Chicagoans.
Harold Washington
Chicago's first black Mayor. He was a leader for all of us with the charisma and dedication to address real change in our divided city.
Leon Despres
The Hyde Park Alderman was a voice in the wilderness throughout the stifling Daley years. Made us aware that there was another -- and better --way.
Quentin Young
Chicago's doctor for all of the people. The first to fight for single-payer health care. "Everybody in, nobody out" was his cry.
Flint Taylor
This "lefty lawyer" was determined to find justice for Fred Hampton and the victims of the Jon Burge torture tragedy. Grit and patience have paid off. But oh, the cost along the way.
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