CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- Candidates for Chicago mayor argued Friday about campaign finance, among other topics, at their latest forum.
WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore was the moderator of the event, which was held at the Union League Club.
County Board President Toni Preckwinkle told the packed audience she tries to raise money from a broad range of sources. She said we live in a time when it is hard for someone who is not wealthy to run for office.
Former Chicago police superintendent Garry McCarthy looked at Preckwinkle — who’s returned money donated to her by embattled Ald. Ed Burke — in mock disbelief. He said candidates should stop taking money from special interests, such as unions.
Rival Lori Lightfoot said the problem is the local Democrats, led by Preckwinkle. She said the party squelches independence.Preckwinkle countered she’s brought reform to the party.