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Is Chicago the Next Detroit?

Illinois Rising by Illinois Policy

Dec 9, 202531:54Government & Organizations

Chicago and Illinois are dedicating nearly a third of their revenues just to pensions and retiree benefits — starving public safety, infrastructure, and basic services. In this episode, JPMorgan market strategist Michael...

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Is Chicago the Next Detroit? is an episode from Illinois Rising by Illinois Policy. Chicago and Illinois are dedicating nearly a third of their revenues just to pensions and retiree benefits — starving public safety, infrastructure, and bas...

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Chicago and Illinois are dedicating nearly a third of their revenues just to pensions and retiree benefits — starving public safety, infrastructure, and basic services. In this episode, JPMorgan market strategist Michael Cembalest breaks down the real numbers behind Illinois’ pension crisis, from unfunded liabilities to 911 response times and outmigration.

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Published Dec 9, 2025 and 31:54 long