The Sun-Times article about the efforts by Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson to choose a new interim superintendent for the Chicago Police Department was disheartening to say the least, especially the catering to the obvious efforts by several retirees to use the media to lobby for the position. Every one of them should have given it everything they had before leaving, and therefore should have nothing left in the tank. Whoever fell short did not uphold their oath properly; what makes you think they will do any better now?
The Sun-Times should also stop referring to a supposed dearth of leadership, since that is untrue. There are many intelligent, dedicated and energetic young officers who are moving quickly up the ranks and have gained invaluable experience over the past few years. Remember that the youth vote is primarily what gained Johnson his office. This fact should be considered in the ultimate choice for the next leader.
