Chicago Sun-Times: To curb gun violence, Chicago must have more safe and affordable housing

By Regan Thomas, M.D., president, Illinois State Medical Society

As a resident of the 3rd Ward and recent resident of the 4th Ward, I was saddened to read the recent article “Violent death of Chinese student in Hyde Park sparks calls for action — but few specifics on how to combat city’s rising crime.” I am deeply concerned about preventable violence in the communities where my friends, family, and colleagues reside.