Acting United States Attorney Morris “Sonny” Pasqual, speaking to WGNNews, has reacted to the conviction of former Alderman Ed Burke. Burke's 54-year reign in Chicago politics has ended in a conviction that has elicited both respect for his contributions and a sense of tragedy over the conclusion of his career. Alderman Ray Lopez reflected on Burke's extensive influence on the city. In the 14th Ward, where Burke had a significant impact, residents have been reflecting on his tenure, with journalist CKubzansky capturing their mixed sentiments. The Chicago Sun-Times Opinion page conveyed a sense of relief at Burke’s conviction, along with hope that it signifies a step towards changing Chicago's image as a bastion of corruption.
From the Sun-Times Opinion page — Chicagoans have every right to feel relief at Burke’s conviction, along with a sense of hope that it will help move the city closer to finally shedding its image as a bastion of corruption, the Editorial Board writes. https://t.co/rlFEhGs3ix
In the 14th Ward, where former Ald. Ed Burke was lord, @CKubzansky talked with residents who reflected on what the longtime alderman meant to the community - good, bad, ugly. https://t.co/4vO3ehKPUs
There’s affection and respect for the man who mentored far more colleagues than he bullied during his record 54-year reign. Ald. Ray Lopez said Burke’s “fingerprints are on so much of what is Chicago. Read more: https://t.co/lUa9wmR5NB
There’s affection and respect for a man who mentored more colleagues than he bullied during his 54-year reign. Ald. Ray Lopez said Burke’s “fingerprints are on so much of what is Chicago. To have this as the final act of a remarkable career is a tragedy.” https://t.co/w2LHoI1gu7
Acting United States Attorney Morris “Sonny” Pasqual reacts to the conviction of Ed Burke. @WGNNews https://t.co/1dZXVJDOHS