January 30, 2013

Mayor Emanuel Meets with Latino Pastors to Discuss Pressing Issues Facing Their Communities

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This afternoon, Mayor Rahm Emanuel met with Pastors from the Latino Empowerment Association of Pastors (LEAP). The LEAP serves as a voice for Latino pastors on social and economic issues vital to the communities they serve. Mayor Emanuel and the Pastors discussed gun violence, the recently signed driver’s license legislation, comprehensive immigration reform, community meetings regarding consolidation of schools, and jobs for youth.

 

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Photo Caption: Mayor Rahm Emanuel listens to the concerns of Latino Pastors at the Rebano Church, 2435 W Division Street in Humboldt Park.

Photo Credit: Brooke Collins // City of Chicago