Investigative Economics
Investigative Economics
Episode 29: Chicago's Fake Fight For No-Show Jobs
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Episode 29: Chicago's Fake Fight For No-Show Jobs

Chicago Only Pretended to Shut Down Schools and Fire Teachers

Chicago Only Pretended to Shut Down Schools and Fire Teachers

In 2013, Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel announced the largest school closures in U.S. history. In one year, 50 underperforming schools would be closed to account for declining student populations, save on resources, and deal with a $1 billion budget hole.

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