Much of the routine trade and investment between China and America is entirely appropriate and in America’s interest. But inserting the Chinese Communist Party into America’s pay-to-play system and its economic development strategy isn’t just crossing a line. It’s a leap into an abyss of stupidity.
Promises of increased CPD police presence downtown…
Promises of enhanced CPD police at all migrant-shelter locations…
Given that CPD patrols are already understaffed, that there are no “extra” cops available, given that large areas of Chicago get little police presence ever, these are empty promises.
Add NASCAR to mix.
Add Brandon “let’s not demonize POC youth” naivete.
Expect a long hot summer.