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Christopher Columbus Statues In Grant And Arrigo Park Removed
Mayor Lightfoot ordered both statues to be removed one week after Grant Park was the site of violent clashes between protesters and police.

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Mayor Lightfoot ordered both statues to be removed one week after Grant Park was the site of violent clashes between protesters and police.

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