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politics2 years ago

Former Uvalde mayor Cody Smith triumphs in mayoral race overshadowed by Robb Elementary shooting

Cody Smith, a former mayor and senior vice president at First State Bank of Uvalde, has been elected as the next mayor of Uvalde, Texas. Smith, who previously served on the city council and was first elected mayor in 2008, will fill the remaining year of Don McLaughlin's term as he runs for the Texas House of Representatives. The election took place in the shadow of the Robb Elementary School shooting, with Kimberly Mata-Rubio, the mother of one of the victims, running against Smith. Despite her loss, Mata-Rubio expressed gratitude for the support and is considering another campaign in 2024. The community hopes that the new mayor will help heal the community and address the issues surrounding the law enforcement response to the shooting.

via Texas Public Radio|
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politics2 years ago

Uvalde Mayor Race: From Tragedy to Triumph

Cody Smith, a former mayor of Uvalde, Texas, has won the mayoral race, defeating Kimberly Mata-Rubio, whose daughter was killed in a mass shooting last year. Smith's campaign focused on honoring the victims of the tragedy while moving the city forward, advocating for better communication among police agencies and community volunteerism. Mata-Rubio called for police accountability, stronger gun laws, and attention to infrastructure issues. Smith's term will last one year, with another election for a full four-year term scheduled for next year.

via The New York Times|
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politics2 years ago

Kimberly Mata-Rubio, Mother of Uvalde Shooting Victim, Fails in Mayoral Bid

Kimberly Mata-Rubio, whose daughter was killed in the Uvalde school shooting, lost her bid to become Uvalde's new mayor in a special election. Cody Smith, the former mayor, was elected by a two-thirds majority. Mata-Rubio, a strong advocate for stricter gun control, expressed disappointment but looks forward to working with Smith to unite the community. Smith will succeed the current mayor, Don McLaughlin, and finish out his term. Mata-Rubio plans to continue fighting for accountability and transparency for her daughter and may pursue another political office in the future.

via The Texas Tribune|
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