The Red Scare at City Hall
Left-Wing Politics Take Center Stage
The revolution has been podcasted, and a lot of alders don’t like what they’re hearing. Mayor Brandon Johnson just appointed one of his left-wing buddies, Kennedy Bartley, as his liaison to the city council. Bartley has a history of controversial comments, including calling police "f—ing pigs" and "slave catchers." She also expressed support for the Palestinian cause and has been critical of the Israeli government.
Johnson’s Progressive Agenda
Johnson, the most left-wing mayor in the city’s history, has taken his administration as far left as it can possibly go. He has promoted city-owned grocery stores in food deserts and has been vocal about his support for social justice causes. However, some alders are not happy with his agenda and are pushing back against his progressive policies.
Red Scare at City Hall
The controversy surrounding Bartley’s appointment has led to a Red Scare at City Hall. Alderperson David Moore suggested that she resign and have all her work items placed in a box on the sidewalk outside City Hall. The Council’s only Jewish alderperson called her comments anti-semitic.
Johnson’s Response
Johnson has defended Bartley’s appointment, stating that she is qualified for the position and that she will work to sell his budget to the alders. However, some alders are not convinced and are calling for her to resign.
Conclusion
The controversy surrounding Bartley’s appointment has highlighted the divisions within the city council. While some alders are happy with Johnson’s progressive agenda, others are pushing back against his left-wing policies. It remains to be seen how the situation will play out in the coming months.
FAQs
Q: Who is Kennedy Bartley?
A: Kennedy Bartley is the new liaison to the city council appointed by Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Q: What are Bartley’s controversial comments?
A: Bartley has made comments calling police "f—ing pigs" and "slave catchers" and has expressed support for the Palestinian cause.
Q: Why are some alders pushing back against Johnson’s progressive agenda?
A: Some alders are concerned that Johnson’s progressive policies are too extreme and will not benefit the community.
Q: Will Johnson’s progressive agenda be changed as a result of the controversy?
A: It remains to be seen how the situation will play out, but some alders are pushing for Johnson to shift his agenda towards more conservative policies.
