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Former state treasurer and outgoing governor to square off in Wilmington mayoral primary
The race for Wilmington's mayoral seat has intensified following Mayor Mike Purzycki's announcement that he would not seek a third term, reports Anitra Johnson.
Wilmington's upcoming primary election is shaping up to be a contest between two prominent Delaware politicians: former City Treasurer Velda Jones-Potter and outgoing Gov. John Carney, Anitra writes.
“Both candidates bring significant political experience to the race. Jones-Potter, a Wilmington native and founder of a financial services company, has held positions at the city and state levels. Carney's political career includes three terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, two terms as Delaware's lieutenant governor and a stint as state finance secretary.’’
Read Anitra’s story here.
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