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The first-term alderman won another four years on the Chicago City Council, beating Dwayne Truss and Zerlina A. Smith. Incumbents Emma Mitts (37th) and Jason Ervin (28th) also easily won re-election.
If CPS won’t compromise, teachers say they’re willing to hit the picket line for second time in four years.
The Greater Austin Independent Political Organization will holds it next meeting Dec. 12.
Ald. Emma Mitts defeated challenger Tara Stamps in a closely watched race.
Deborah Graham lost her reelection bid, while Emma Mitts beat her challenger.
Three-term alderman wants to represent the 37th Ward for another four years.
The first-time candidate hopes Tuesday to beat the 15-year incumbent.
The 37th Ward candidates drew distinct differences between themselves during the AustinTalks/Austin Weekly News-sponsored event.
Her opponent, Tara Stamps, calls on Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s Chicago Forward PAC to withdraw its financial support.
Chicagoans may cast their votes through April 4 – or on election day.