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Cardenas Enters Mayor Race With Parenting Plan
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George Cardenas, Cook County Board of Review Commissioner and former 12th Ward Alderman, officially launched his mayoral bid Tuesday, spotlighting his corporate experience and immigrant roots while unveiling “Parenting Matters” — a bold plan to give Chicago parents $150–$250 stipends plus counseling. He’s positioning himself as a fiscal steward with heart, blending public service with personal stories of overcoming gang violence on his childhood commute. As the mayoral field swells with heavy hitters like Comptroller Susana Mendoza, Secretary Alexi Giannoulias, and Rep. Mike Quigley, Cardenas aims to bridge budget discipline with human dignity — offering a fresh, community-focused voice in Chicago’s crowded race for mayor.
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