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@chicagosmayor

56th Mayor of Chicago. Sox and Bears fan, mom, and fighter for equity and inclusion for Chicagoans in every ward.

Chicago, IL
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  1. 10 hours ago

    We aren't doing this by ourselves. It takes a communal effort to bring about change. It was great to be in Back of the Yards today encouraging residents to sign up for vaccine appointments with .

    Photo of Mayor Lightfoot with volunteers at UI Health.
    Mayor Lightfoot talking to residents in a Back of the Yards grocery store about COVID-19 vaccinations.
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  2. 13 hours ago

    We launched Plus to ensure the communities hit hardest by COVID are at the forefront of our vaccination efforts. It's working. In recent weeks, over half of our vaccine doses have gone into the arms of Black and Latinx residents.

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  3. 17 hours ago

    HAPPENING NOW: Mayor Lightfoot joins CDPH Commissioner Dr. Arwady and community volunteers to register Back of the Yards residents for COVID-19 vaccination appointments through the Plus initiative.

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  4. 18 hours ago

    From doubling down on to creating new opportunities for our women- and minority-owned businesses, we’re working to ensure our city emerges from this pandemic more empowered and more equitable.

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  5. Retweeted
    Mar 21

    Second shot w/ ! Getting sympathy cries from The Beast, who I’m amused to report has the same haircut as me.

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  6. 20 hours ago

    We continued our equitable COVID-19 vaccine distribution yesterday by opening a temporary clinic in Austin, in partnership with . Ensuring our most vulnerable residents get vaxxed is our greatest defense against the virus.

    This is a photo of elderly residents of Austin checking in to receive their vaccine under Protect Chicago Plus.
    A man holds up his vaccination paperwork and makes a peace sign.
    This is a photo of a Rush Medical volunteer a directing a resident of Austin to receive their vaccination.
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  7. Mar 21

    On behalf of a grateful city, thank you for your resiliency, perseverance, and cooperation over this past year. Onward.

    This is a photo of a sign that says “hope” on a North Michigan Avenue median
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  8. Mar 21

    Through the shroud of pain and grief this past year has been, Chicago has continued to be the resilient city that we have always been. We've adapted, we've endured, and we've kept hope alive to make it to this present moment. And now, we are stronger and closer than ever before.

    This is a photo of a family walking down the street in Hyde Park.
    This is a photo of the Art Institute lion with a Chicago mask on.
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  9. Mar 21

    The last year has been challenging for all of us. We've seen dark days and long nights. But nonetheless, we must take this moment to acknowledge all we've been through and what we've overcome.

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  10. Mar 21

    We grounded our flights. We closed our schools, our businesses, our lakefront, and our parks. And we adjusted to new ways of working and a new normal—one marked by masks and six feet of social distancing. Almost overnight, our city then grew silent. And still.

    This is a photo of an empty “arrivals” and “departures” screen at O’Hare International Airport.
    This is a photo of a deserted playground in front of a school.
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  11. Mar 21

    That led myself and other elected leaders across the country to make difficult decisions, in the name of science and safety, to keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy.

    This is a photo of a solo restaurant worker with closed indoor dining.
    This is a photo of an empty North Michigan Avenue.
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  12. Mar 21

    One year ago today, our city went into lockdown under the statewide Stay-at-Home order. At the time, we didn't know a lot about COVID-19. But what we did know is that it was spreading quickly and it was deadly.

    This is a photo of an empty CTA train car.
    This is a photo of a runner taking a jog on the closed lakefront.
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  13. Mar 21

    Our city is stronger together. That’s why it’s essential our recovery from this pandemic brings each and every neighborhood along.

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  14. Mar 21

    Don’t bet against Sister Jean. Congrats to on this afternoon’s upset and on an incredible season. Next stop: Sweet Sixteen. 🏀

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    RAMBLERS! WIN! 👏
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  15. Mar 20

    Earlier this week, Dr. Allison Arwady and I announced that the City will officially move into vaccinating those who qualify for 1C starting Monday, March 29. To learn more, visit ➡️ .

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  16. Mar 20

    As we move forward in our rollout, we will continue to push an equitable distribution.

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  17. Mar 20

    Early in the vaccine rollout, only 18% of COVID-19 vaccines were going to Black or Latinx Chicagoans. Now, data from the most recent week shows that 55% of first doses went to Black or Latinx Chicagoans.

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  18. Mar 20

    We've worked with public health professionals, volunteers, healthcare workers and community partners throughout this great city to set up a comprehensive distribution system that puts equity first and it’s working.

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  19. Mar 20

    Folks, Chicago has officially administered 1 million doses at city sites. It’s been three months since the first COVID-19 vaccine went into arms in Chicago.

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  20. Mar 20

    Earlier today, a officer was shot in the hand while responding to gunfire in Austin. Her injury is a reminder of the risk our first responders take to keep our communities safe. Amy and I are relieved she is in good condition and wish her a speedy recovery.

    SWAT Officers have taken the suspect into custody and a firearm recovered.
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