Bennett Lawson
44th Ward alderman, on the Chicago ballot February 23, 2027. Incumbent.
Campaign site (bennettfor44.com)
Running on
Launched his campaign for a second term in July 2026. His campaign site lists public safety, transportation, accountability, business development, affordability and planning Lakeview's future. He says he will keep backing transit-oriented development, cut red tape and permit waits for small businesses, and require affordable units in every new development at the developer's expense.
Background
44th Ward alderman since 2023; chief of staff to former Ald. Tom Tunney for nearly 15 years.
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