(ReclaimingAmerica.net) – Amid Chicago’s ongoing failure to reduce crime and social unrest in one of the most violent American cities, Democrat Mayor Brandon Johnson is attacking what he calls “right-wing extremists” and smearing them as a significant factor contributing to the city’s woes.
During a press conference, Johnson attributed some of the issues facing Chicago to what he described as a “raggedy form of right-wing extremism.”
According to the mayor, these extremists have deliberately targeted democratically run cities, particularly those led by people of color.
In his statement, Mayor Johnson asserted, “It is the same party that wouldn’t accept that President Obama was actually an American. It’s the same Republican right-wing extremism that stormed the capital, it’s the same right-wing extremism that refuses to accept the results of the civil war. It’s raggedy. It’s disrespectful. It’s mean-spirited.”
The mayor accused these so-called extremists of aiming to create “division and chaos” and emphasized that they use people as political tools to settle scores for events that happened over 400 years ago. He added, “They’re still mad that a black man is free in this country.”
However, Mayor Johnson did not reserve blame solely for right-wing extremists. In a previous press conference, he also pointed fingers at his predecessor, Democrat Mayor Lori Lightfoot, suggesting that he inherited a mess from her.
These recent remarks are not the first time Mayor Johnson has criticized “right-wing extremists.”
In October, he claimed they were influenced by an “unclean spirit” and urged them to reflect on their faith. The mayor emphasized the need for deeper understanding, quoting Jesus on recognizing our neighbors, stating, “Those are our neighbors.”
As Chicago grapples with rising crime rates and ongoing challenges, Mayor Johnson’s statements highlight the political tensions within the city, with blame being placed on external factors and internal predecessors. The complexity of the situation underscores the need for comprehensive solutions to address the root causes of Chicago’s issues.
