Latest / The Fran Spielman Show
A New Generation in Chicago Politics: Walter "Red" Burnett’s Vision for Change
In this episode, Fran Spielman interviews Walter "Red" Burnett, the 29-year-old son of former City Council Ald. Walter Burnett, who has been selected by Mayor Brandon Johnson to join the Chicago City Council. Burnett discusses his desire to continue his father's legacy, stressing the importance of community engagement and addressing pressing issues like the city's budget crisis, political violence, and affordability. Burnett emphasizes the need for financial acumen, gleaned from his eight years in New York finance, to steer the city through challenging times. He addresses the significance of…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.