Chicago Reader: Monday night, Mayor Brandon Johnson sat down with Clinée Hedspeth, the new commissioner of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), at University Club of Chicago for a lovefest/general discussion about the state of the arts in Chicago. There were no big surprises or major announcements during the event. (Hedspeth is also chair of the University Club’s literature and arts committee.) But in his opening remarks, Johnson said, “As a former teacher, I know the best way to ensure that art continues is by reaching our young people. Too often we see the arts cut from schools or greatly dialed back due to historic disparities, inequities, and budget restrictions. So, I challenge us all today to continue to reach out and fight for quality arts education for every resident, no matter their zip code.”
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