Chicagoans are sounding off on what matters most, and surprisingly, it’s not crime. According to recent surveys, residents now rank high taxes as their number one concern, surpassing worries about public safety. Assistant Editor at the Illinois Policy Institute, Dylan Sharkey, explains that this shift reflects growing frustration over Illinois’ heavy tax burden, which continues to drive families and businesses out of the city. Sharkey notes that while crime remains a serious issue, the financial pressures from mounting taxes are hitting closer to home for many Chicagoans who feel they’re paying more and getting less in return.

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