FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 4th, 2023

Statement from Equality Illinois, the state’s civil rights organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) Illinoisans, on the election of Brandon Johnson as Mayor of Chicago:

“Congratulations to Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson on his historic victory tonight to lead the City of Chicago. He built a bold, beautiful coalition that reflects the diversity of this great city, including LGBTQ+ people, and we all share values of equality, equity, inclusion, and justice. We look forward to working together with him and his team to advance justice for LGBTQ+ Chicagoans and to ensuring Chicago remains welcoming and affirming for all those who seek refuge and support.”

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