Ald. Michael Rodriguez (22nd)

About this episode

In an interview with Fran Spielman, Chicago Alderman Michael Rodriguez, chair of the City Council’s Committee on Workforce Development, announces he will not seek re-election in the 22nd Ward, citing a desire to be more present for his family while continuing as Democratic committeeperson and staying active in community organizing. He highlights accomplishments including the Fair Workweek ordinance, a paid leave policy, wage gains for tipped workers, and support for violence reduction efforts, noting violence declines in Chicago and Little Village.