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politics1 year ago

"Anchorage Mayoral Race: LaFrance Holds Slight Lead as Election Day Nears"

Anchorage's mayoral race is headed for a runoff election in May, with Suzanne LaFrance leading incumbent Mayor Dave Bronson by a slight margin in initial results. Both candidates are preparing for the runoff, with LaFrance emphasizing good governance and Bronson highlighting financial preparedness. The runoff is set for May 14, and the winner will serve a three-year term. The race also featured challenges from other major candidates, with former legislator Chris Tuck and former Anchorage Economic Development Corp. President Bill Popp trailing behind.

via Alaska Public Media News|
#anchorage#dave-bronson#mayoral-election
politics2 years ago

"Changing Tides: Houston's Runoff Election Shakes Up Mayoral Race"

Houston, the fourth-largest city in the U.S., is on the verge of electing a new mayor in a runoff between state Sen. John Whitmire and U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, both in their 70s, despite the city's demographic trend of becoming younger. This has frustrated some voters, particularly younger ones, who feel disconnected from older candidates. While Whitmire and Jackson Lee have promised to include the perspectives of younger voters, reaching out to and engaging younger voters remains a challenge. Issues important to younger voters, such as reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ rights, have been largely absent from the mayoral race, leading some to question the impact of local elections on these issues.

via The Associated Press|
#democratic-party#houston#mayoral-runoff
politics2 years ago

Houston Mayoral Runoff: What Voters Need to Know

Houston's mayoral election is heading to a runoff between Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee and state Sen. John Whitmire, both Democrats who failed to secure 50 percent of the vote. The runoff is scheduled for December 9. Jackson Lee, who would become Houston's first Black female mayor, received 38 percent of the vote, while Whitmire secured 43 percent. They are vying to replace Mayor Sylvester Turner, who is unable to run for another term due to term limits.

via The Hill|
#houston#john-whitmire#mayoral-election
politics2 years ago

Chicago's Mayoral Election: Updates, Predictions, and Key Factors

Chicago and its suburbs are holding municipal elections on April 4, with the mayoral runoff between Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson being the main attraction. As of midday, voter turnout in Chicago was at 22.9%, with some voters reporting difficulties voting in schools due to security. Voting was also halted in some suburbs due to schools being on lockdown. The latest polling shows Vallas with a slight edge over Johnson. Dozens of suburbs and communities near Chicago are also holding consolidated elections, with more than 40 communities voting on various positions and referendums.

via NBC Chicago|
#chicago#election-day#mayoral-runoff
politics2 years ago

Chicago Mayoral Runoff Endorsements and Election Updates.

Paul Vallas, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, received an endorsement from activist Ja'Mal Green and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul endorsed Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson in the upcoming mayoral runoff election. Vallas received endorsements from businessman Willie Wilson, retiring Ald. Rod Sawyer, and several aldermen. Johnson was endorsed by pro-choice group Personal PAC. The candidates have clashed over their approaches to public safety, and the runoff is set for April 4.

via Block Club Chicago|
#brandon-johnson#chicago#endorsements