Infrastructure, funded waste, public safety (including his own)
HOUSTON – It’s time to get to work. This is the mantra of Mayor-Elect John Whitmire after officially winning Saturday night’s runoff election in overwhelming fashion over U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee. State Sen. Whitmire is about to undergo a career change at an age when most individuals are enjoying retirement. Whitmire’s reasoning? This is […]
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee to speak as votes continue being counted in Houston Mayoral race
HOUSTON – Votes for who would be the next mayor of Houston were still being tabulated well into Saturday night. Both candidates, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and State Senator John Whitmire, hosted Election Night watch parties for their supporters to gather to hear the results. SEE ALSO: Houston Mayor Runoff Election results for December 9, […]
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Cherelle Parker wins 2023 Philly mayor’s race, defeating David Oh – NBC10 Philadelphia
Cherelle Parker, a Democrat with a long political history in Philadelphia, will be the city’s 100th mayor and the first woman to ever be elected to the office, NBC News projects. The 51-year-old Parker, a former city councilwoman who also served for 10 years as a state representative for northwest Philadelphia, defeated Republican David Oh, himself […]
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Voters will get to name a new mayor in Philadelphia on Election Day. Here’s what to know before you head out to vote – NBC10 Philadelphia
One way or another, after Tuesday’s elections, Philadelphia will have a new mayor — and City Council could look very different. This week’s elections will allow voters to decide who will sit in the seat atop Philadelphia government and the make up of City Council — along with who will be named Sheriff, City Controller, […]
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City Council race in northeast Bronx heats up | #citycouncil
There’s currently a battle to represent the northeast Bronx, with Democratic Councilmember Marjorie Velázquez facing a challenge from conservative newcomer Kristy Marmorato. “I’m not a politician. I am a healthcare worker. This is my first time,” Republican candidate Marmorato told NY1. What You Need To Know Democrat Marjorie Velázquez currently represents the City Council’s District […]
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Philly, Pittsburgh voters to pick new leaders. Are you registered to vote? – NBC10 Philadelphia
Local elections in Democratic strongholds at both ends of Pennsylvania next month could show how voters feel about progressive candidates and issues such as abortion and crime ahead of the 2024 election. Philadelphia will get a new mayor, and Allegheny County — where Pittsburgh is the county seat — will see a new executive. Voters […]
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Philly, Pittsburgh voters to pick new leaders. Are you registered to vote? – NBC10 Philadelphia
Local elections in Democratic strongholds at both ends of Pennsylvania next month could show how voters feel about progressive candidates and issues such as abortion and crime ahead of the 2024 election. Philadelphia will get a new mayor, and Allegheny County — where Pittsburgh is the county seat — will see a new executive. Voters […]
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Brannan, Kagan to face off in City Council debate | #citycouncil
Spectrum News NY1 will host a debate on Tuesday, Oct. 23 between two sitting City Council members running for a seat in Council District 47 in Brooklyn. Democrat Justin Brannan and Republican Ari Kagan will appear in the half-hour-long debate, which starts at 7:25 p.m. District 47, which includes Bay Ridge, Bath Beach and Coney […]
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Candidates in City Council District 23 primary race debate | #citycouncil
On Thursday night on “Inside City Hall,” the three candidates for Council District 23 debated the top issues of the district that sit on the eastern edge of Queens. Councilwoman Linda Lee faced off against challengers Steve Behar and Rubaiya Rahman over issues including affordable housing, climate change and education. Their district includes parts of […]
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The Democrats running in race for Utica mayor
Two members of Utica’s Common Council are facing off for the Democratic line as they both hope to become the city’s next mayor. Councilor-at-Large Frank DiBrango, a lifelong Utica resident, business owner and former firefighter, says leading the city is something he’s always wanted to do. “The mayorship being available in Jan. 1 2024, you’re […]
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