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Jul 7, 2023Liked by Mary Pat Campbell

Great overview of the last decade for Chicago. Not to mention depressing... it takes more than a few years of responsible action to make up for decades of irresponsible ones.

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Chicago's pensions (and Illinois's and Cook County's) took decades to get this way, as you note. It's not an accident.

One does need to be patient to watch the slow-moving disaster.

I understood why Meredith Whitney didn't understand it, but I can stand the wait. I've been watching since my 30s. Will be entering my 50s starting next year....

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If you are bored you can read BJ’s 11 committee, 223 page ‘transition report’ titled "Building Bridges and Growing the Soul of Chicago. A Blueprint for Creating a More Just and Vibrant City for All."🤪🤪 Lots of flowery, meaningless words!!!

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The age-old “let’s appoint a committee / working group” management/political ploy! It delays a decision, attributes any criticism to others and recommendations can easily be shelved. Remember Biden’s committee in Supreme Court changes? Me neither!! Looking forward to see your essay in Mark Glennon’s Wirepoints!

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