‘It’s a part of the democratic process’ — Petition challenges grind on, as candidates scramble to secure their ballot spot

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Petition objections continued their slow crawl to completion throughout the weekend.

This election cycle, only a few races are free from objections — an age-old, costly, lengthy tradition in Chicago. Three of the four open races on City Council for the 22nd, 39th and 47th wards are truly open — no candidates filed challenges.

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza delivers approximately 25,000 signatures to Chicago elections officials. [A.D. Quig/The Daily Line]

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