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Chicago Teachers Union members are involved in school board elections, with Brandon Johnson being a close ally of the CTU.

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The latest in this situation

  1. Madison Dearborn Partners provided financial support to Jessica Biggs' campaign.
  2. CTU funded Johnson's campaign, while Biggs secured union backing.
  3. CTU decries ultrawealthy influence while Common Ground opposes CTU's power in CPS.
  4. Jessica Biggs serves as a director for the Southwest Organizing Project, operating within the context of Chicago Public Schools.

How it started

12 reports, 5 independent, last reported Oct 14. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

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Chicago Teachers Union members are involved in school board elections, with Brandon Johnson being a close ally of the CTU.

Who's involved

What this event is mainly about
Brandon JohnsonChicago Teachers UnionChicago Public Schools

How it developed

Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.
  1. CTU funded Johnson's campaign, while Biggs secured union backing.1 source
  2. Jessica Biggs is contending for leadership of the Chicago Public Schools district board.Sub-event
  3. CTU backs Johnson's political future and re-election bid.1 source
  4. Johnson's foot soldiers are in the union1 source
  5. Candidates for school board races are showing divergence.1 source
  6. CTU backed Johnson's mayoral election bid, while Urban Center challenged incumbents' petitions.1 source
  7. CTU members are involved in school board elections, supported by Brandon Johnson.1 source

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Coverage

Newest first; wire copies grouped
4 more outlets ran the same wire story