George Floyd Protests
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Protests are placemaking
These instances of road repurposing and placemaking are born from pain and anger, and yet they have brought communities together and created beauty.
July 8, 2020
CTA bus driver alleges he was disciplined for organizing against transporting police
A rally and march were held to announce “legal charges against the Chicago Transit Authority for breaking workers'... rights to freedom of speech."
June 9, 2020
Transportation planners and advocates: What legacy will you leave for racial justice?
I hope that you make choices today that you will be proud to stand by later in the quest for a more just society.
June 5, 2020
Reflections on the unrest, by the native son of a Chicago cop
I'm cautiously optimistic that there may be some positive results for African Americans in terms of safety in public space and freedom of mobility.
June 4, 2020
Police have always limited Black people’s mobility and freedom in public spaces
This moment is an opportunity to redefine the role of police and center Black lives, our freedom, and our movement through spaces.
June 3, 2020
Lightfoot says crimes committed on CTA and Divvy motivated shutdowns
Lightfoot: "I can't ignore the circumstances on the ground, and how these seemingly benign resources are being used to further criminal conduct."
June 2, 2020
Transit shutdowns, which hurt vulnerable people the most, are not a public safety solution
The nationwide protests that started this weekend were born out of anger regarding systemic racism. Unfortunately in response to these protests, Mayor Lightfoot has that transit austerity is the best response.
June 1, 2020
