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Chicago’s Monuments Don’t Tell Full History

Chicago’s Monuments Don’t Tell Full History

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Chicago’s Monuments Don’t Tell Full History

FromCity Cast Chicago

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Length:
12 minutes
Released:
Apr 5, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Chicago’s public monuments have been a flashpoint in the fight against systemic racism. Last July, protesters tried to topple a statue of Christopher Columbus in Grant Park. Mayor Lori Lightfoot responded by unceremoniously removing the statue in the middle of the night. The city also created a committee to review the Columbus statue and 40 other Chicago monuments. Though it was formed months ago, the committee has its first public meeting on Wednesday. Jennifer Scott is a co-chair of the the Chicago Monuments Project. She talks with Jacoby about their work so far.
Guest: Jennifer Scott, Co-Chair, Chicago Monuments Project
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Released:
Apr 5, 2021
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Podcast episode

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Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday at 6 a.m. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers; activists and artists; bus drivers and students; those who love and hate this place—all in 15 minutes a day. It’s a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our morning newsletter at citycast.fm/chicago.