When Illinois public schools begin teaching about the role and contributions of LGBT in local and national history, there’s a good chance Michael Bauer will make the curriculum.Bauer was an activist, attorney and influential political operative who served on campaigns for many prominent politicians, including as campaign chair for Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot.He died Aug. 29 at age 66. He is survived by his husband, Roger Simon.In a social media post, Lightfoot described Bauer as a mentor and friend.“Without …