Chicago Election Debates and Democratic Party Build Ahead of Mayoral Race
Chicago politics roils as registration tallies surge with Alderman Merriam leading in the Seventh Ward and the Twenty-seventh Ward close behind. Harrison supporters fracture, Merriam gains labor leaders and Dunne backers pivot, while calls grow for banking regulation and elimination of boulevards.
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Federation
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Carpenters’ District Council
Merriam declares for home rule and personal liberty
The speaker attacks opponents over blue laws and Sunday restrictions in Chicago. He emphasizes long standing support for broad personal liberty and opposes efforts to revive restrictive laws. He cites time in Germany and affirms a clear stance on the issues facing voters.
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