Election 2015: 46th Ward alderman candidates discuss the issues

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How can the alderman of the 46th Ward balance bringing economic development to the ward and keeping it affordable?

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That was the big question when the Chicago Sun-Times editorial board met with candidates at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, ahead of the Chicago municipal election on Feb. 24.

The 46th Ward includes parts of Uptown, Buena Park and Lake View.

You can hear from the candidates in their own words and read highlights from the discussion, below.

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<small><strong>James Cappleman, 46th ward alderman,  spoke at the Sun-Times editorial board aldermanic candidate interviews on Feb. 5, 2015. | Al Podgorski/Sun-Times Media</strong></small>

James Cappleman, 46th ward alderman, spoke at the Sun-Times editorial board aldermanic candidate interviews on Feb. 5, 2015. | Al Podgorski/Sun-Times Media

<small><strong>Amy Crawford, 46th ward aldermanic candidate, spoke at the Sun-Times editorial board aldermanic candidate interviews on Feb. 5, 2015. | Al Podgorski/Sun-Times Media</strong></small>

Amy Crawford, 46th ward aldermanic candidate, spoke at the Sun-Times editorial board aldermanic candidate interviews on Feb. 5, 2015. | Al Podgorski/Sun-Times Media

<small><strong>Denice Davis, 46th ward aldermanic candidate, spoke at the Sun-Times editorial board aldermanic candidate interviews on Feb. 5, 2015. | Al Podgorski/Sun-Times Media</strong></small>

Denice Davis, 46th ward aldermanic candidate, spoke at the Sun-Times editorial board aldermanic candidate interviews on Feb. 5, 2015. | Al Podgorski/Sun-Times Media

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