Illinois’ population is aging ‘faster’ than the rest of the country, editorial warns

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Illinois’ population of young people is dwindling, an editorial from the Chicago Tribune warned.

“A dwindling youth population means shrinking potential — not just economically, but in civic energy, creativity and community life. That’s bad news for a state that depends on young people to power its workforce and its future,” the editorial stated.

he Tribune’s editorial board described the conditions of an aging population in Illinois, adding that the Prairie State is “aging faster than the rest of the country.” 

The editorial board of The Chicago Tribune urged Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker to take action on the issue, citing that the state “desperately” needs to “retain and attract young people.” (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

The board urged Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, D., to take action on the issue, citing that the state “desperately” needs to “retain and attract young people.” Pritzker signed legislation making

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