Aldermanic Endorsements for 2023 Election

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Aldermanic Endorsements for 2023 Election

4TH WARD PRENTICE BUTLER The Chief of Staff for Alderman Sophia King, Butler is well groomed to pick up where his boss left off. The 4th Ward has come a long way since former Alderman Will Burns left. The Crusader wants the 4th Ward to continue being represented by a local candidate who knows the … Aldermanic Endorsements for 2023 Election Read More »

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