The suit says BP, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Exxon Mobil and Shell have hurt the city by discrediting science even as their products lead to “catastrophic consequences,” including strong storms, flooding, severe heat and shoreline erosion.
Clint Krislov crusaded against the widely-despised Chicago parking meter deal, fought forretired city workers whose benefits had been stripped away by a cost-cutting mayor and championed consumer causes.
Tracy Kasper is the latest leader to depart the embattled organization that represents 1.5 million members. President-elect Kevin Sears will replace her, the association said.