Chicago mayor-elect condemns 'Teen Takeover' chaos, but says it's 'not constructive to demonize youth'
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Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson condemned a chaotic "Teen Takeover" of downtown over the weekend but said it's "not constructive to demonize youth."
Car window smashed as teens caused chaos in downtown Chicago on Saturday. (Fox 32 Chicago) Hundreds of Chicago teens descended on downtown on Saturday. (Fox 32 Chicago) Police attempt to restore order in downtown Chicago on Saturday. (Fox 32 Chicago) Teens spilled into downtown Chicago, smashing car windows and attacking tourists. (Fox 32 Chicago) Paul Best is a breaking news reporter for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. Story tips and ideas can be sent to Paul.Best@fox.com and on Twitter: @KincaidBest.
"In no way do I condone the destructive activity we saw in the Loop and lakefront this weekend. It is unacceptable and has no place in our city. However, it is not constructive to demonize youth who have otherwise been starved of opportunities in their own communities," Johnson, a progressive who defeated moderate Democrat Paul Vallas earlier this month, said in a statement on Sunday.
"Our city must work together to create spaces for youth to gather safely and responsibly, under adult guidance and supervision, to ensure that every part of our city remains welcome for both residents and visitors."
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