The Democratic mayor came out against the ordinance because, he said, it upends the city's crime-fighting efforts and could see racial minorities targeted by law enforcement.
Chicago mayor to veto new 'snap curfew' proposal meant to address chaotic teen 'takeovers'
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Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling, who was highly visible at all of the major protests, said law enforcement leadership and communication with protest organizers contributed to the calm around convention.
Despite smaller crowds, activists at Democratic convention call Chicago anti-war protests a success
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