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Brandon Johnson: “The first major city to call for the immediate release of…”

Featuring: Brandon Johnson, Democratic | Mayor of Chicago | Illinois

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One-on-one with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson | Cap Times Idea Fest

Published | Video Starts at 55:14

And there's one jewish American on the council, and we stood in solidarity with her, and we continue to stand in solidarity with people who have been subject to terrorism. And with that vote, we led in the city of Chicago, The first major city to call for the immediate release of hostages and an immediate end to the bombs. that as global residents, it is our fundamental right and responsibility to call for peace, not just in this country, but across the globe. (55:14–55:26)

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