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Mayor Lightfoot Announces Chicago will Require Proof of Vaccination to Enter Bars, Restaurants, Gyms, Theaters and More

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Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Tuesday announced Chicago will require proof of vaccination in order to enter bars, restaurants, gyms, theaters and more.

Beginning January 3, people over the age of 5 will be required to show proof of vaccination to enter restaurants, gyms, and other entertainment venues.

Here’s the kicker: Anyone 16 and older MUST SHOW ID that matches their vaccine records.

Isn’t requiring people to provide ID racist and oppressive?

“Despite our diligent and equitable vaccine distribution efforts throughout this year, unfortunately, our city continues to see a surge of COVID-19 Delta and now Omicron cases,” Mayor Lori Lightfoot said in a statement. “New steps must be taken to protect the health and wellbeing of our residents.

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