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Bailey says calling Chicago a ‘hellhole’ was ‘dumb’ as he courts more city votes

Bailey said he was wrong to insult Chicago after losing the city by more than 470,000 votes in 2022.

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Bailey said his calling Chicago a "hellhole" in his last campaign was "dumb" as he tries to attract more urban voters.

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Illinois GOP governor candidate Darren Bailey tries to walk back calling Chicago a 'hellhole'

Illinois Republican gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey tried to walk back his past comments repeatedly calling Chicago a "hellhole" on Sunday.

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Bailey says calling Chicago a ‘hellhole’ was ‘dumb’ as he courts more city votes

Bailey said his calling Chicago a "hellhole" in his last campaign was "dumb" as he tries to attract more urban voters.

·Chicago, United States
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WFLD broke the news in Chicago, United States on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
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