Rep. Ford opposes bill allowing non-citizens to become firemen – Chicago Crusader

“While the amendment intends to provide opportunities for individuals legally authorized to work in the United States, regardless of citizenship, it fails to address the pressing issue of systemic discrimination within our city’s Fire Department. The city of Chicago has a long and troubling history of unfair recruitment and promotion practices, particularly evident in cases such as the ongoing struggle of 117 African American firefighters who have been denied promotions and opportunities since their case began in 1998,” state Rep. LaShawn Ford said.
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Ro
2 years ago

Get rid of this idiot ford for bringing shit like this up .

debtsor
2 years ago
Reply to  Ro

Ford is correct but for the wrong reasons. A FD job is a good job that provides a stable income for a black family in Chicago, and to start handing those jobs out to illegals ….. NO THE GREAT REPLACEMENT ISN’T HAPPENING

Old Joe
2 years ago

We wanted a Cadillac but had to settle for a Ford……

Freddy
2 years ago

But can they become politicians?

Ro
2 years ago
Reply to  Freddy

U hit the nail on the head

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