How One Gen Z Leader Wants to Use YIMBYism to Save Chicago

INFILL by YIMBY Action

Sep 26, 202500:30:38Government & Organizations

Meet Drake Warren, a 26-year-old running for Cook County Commissioner in Illinois. He is an engineer and housing advocate who fell in love with Chicago in college. Now, he wants to give back to the community he has made...

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