Chicago Mayor Gives Interviews Only To POC On Inauguration Anniversary

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's decision to grant interviews only to journalists of color sparked controversy. Critics labeled it discriminatory, while supporters saw it as a push for diversity in media. The issue highlights longstanding challenges in newsroom diversity, with statistics showing a predominance of white and male employees. The mayor's actions have been seen as both a commitment to diversity and a response to critical media coverage.

What was Mayor Lori Lightfoot's reason for providing one-on-one interviews exclusively to journalists of color?

How did critics respond to Mayor Lightfoot's decision regarding media interviews?

What are some of the challenges faced by black and brown journalists in accessing press opportunities?

What does the Pew research indicate about the demographics of newsroom employees nationwide?

What actions did Mayor Lightfoot take in response to critical press coverage?