Why using tax-increment financing to build new schools works against the school system's interests; whether tax-increment financing affects where and when to build new schools; and imagining an elected school board. Length 8.3 minutes.

5/5/11: "An Open Letter to Our Next Schools Chief"

Hear government insiders, activists, and journalists dive deep into the dark corners of Chicago government--driving shadowy deeds into the light. If you want to hear voices--voices that clue you to the backstage actors that affect our city--listen closely, because we're Chi!

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5/5/11: "An Open Letter to Our Next Schools Chief"

5/5/11: "An Open Letter to Our Next Schools Chief"