The Numbers Are There To Create A Majority Asian Ward In Chicago — But Will Mapmakers Listen? – WBEZ (Chicago)

With recent 2020 Census numbers showing that Asian Americans are the fastest-growing racial group in Chicago, some advocates and community organizers are saying this is the year to fight for a majority Asian ward in City Council. “Asian Americans represent 7% of Chicago, but they currently represent 0% of seats in the city council,” one advocate said.

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