From ShotSpotter controversies to the presidential election and Chicago corruption to the innumerable crises at City Hall, Tribune cartoonist Scott Stantis had no shortage of material to visualize in 2024.
Here’s our annual look back at the year through the eyes of our friend, perspicacious as ever.
And, to the many Stantis subjects in 2024, thanks for having a sense of humor.
Jan 10: Donald Trump’s refusal to sign an Illinois pledge not to urge government overthrow is disturbing.
May 5: Brandon Johnson’s Bears stadium flub tells us much about his economic philosophy.
May 12: Apple confirms artificial intelligence threat to artists.
May 22: New taxes applying only in Chicago are folly.
Aug. 20: Joe Biden is pushed out of prime time at the DNC.
Sept. 14: Chicago must keep ShotSpotter.
Nov. 7: Donald Trump’s win was a stunning repudiation of the chattering classes.
Dec. 11: Staff issues call for a City Hall culture reset.
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