The Week in Review
Week in Review: Democrats Unite Behind Kamala Harris; Outrage Over the Killing of Sonya Massey
The political landscape shifts as President Joe Biden bows out of the 2024 presidential race and Democrats unite behind the candidacy of Vice President Kamala Harris.
But Biden warns democracy is on the line in the race against former President Donald Trump as Harris gathers high-profile endorsements, including from America’s first Black president, Barack Obama.
Meanwhile, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is reportedly being considered as a possible vice-presidential candidate — although he’s probably a long shot.
Chicago touts its readiness for the Democratic National Convention with Mayor Brandon Johnson declaring the city was “born ready.”
The Chicago Board of Education passes a $9.9 billion budget — but the Chicago Teachers Union is not happy with planned staff cuts.
And a Springfield woman calls the police for help but is shot to death by a sheriff’s officer who has now been charged with first-degree murder as body-cam footage of the encounter shocks the world.
Guests:
Rufus Williams, WVON | @rufuswilliamsjr
Becky Vevea, Chalkbeat Chicago | @beckyvevea
Michael Liptrot, South Side Weekly | @MichaelJLiptrot
Steve Daniels, Chicago Tribune | @stevedaniels27
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