Poor Chicago turnout among elected officials at Columbus Day Parade. Two aldermen showed, along with a handful of state reps., judges and suburban mayors.

Poor turnout among elected officials at Columbus Day Parade. Two aldermen showed, along with a handful of state reps., judges and suburban mayors. No @ChicagosMayor, no @giannoulias. Maria Pappas and @jkellyformayor did show. https://t.co/mwMVNWdfoS

— Chicago Contrarian (@ChicagoContrar1) October 13, 2026