Michael Bloomberg for president? That’s a tough sell to Chicagoans

Posted on AllSides January 13th, 2020
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OPINION

You’d think Michael Bloomberg would tread lightly in Chicago.

The former New York City mayor, billionaire businessman, philanthropist, and now Democratic presidential candidate hit town last Wednesday in a high-profile push of his late-starting campaign.

His speech at Olive-Harvey Community College on Chicago’s Far South Side showcased his long-shot, unprecedented strategy.

Bloomberg is skipping the early primary and caucus states of Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina, instead targeting the Super Tuesday contests and beyond.

Chicago and Cook County hold a treasure trove of Democratic votes in the March...

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