What is an Alderman?

Question: What is an Alderman?

Answer: The City of Chicago is comprised of 50 wards or legislative districts. Each ward elects one alderman. The 50 aldermen comprise the City of Chicago's Council, who with the Mayor of Chicago, are charged with governing the city. An alderman's term is four years.

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