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Pasco school board veteran ousted by political newcomer
By Jeffrey S. Solochek,
4 days ago
Pasco County school board candidate Jessica Wright waves at passersby at Heritage Park in Land O Lakes, the site of two voting precincts. She appeared headed for a narrow victory Tuesday. [ JEFFREY S. SOLOCHEK | Times ]
A newcomer appears headed to the Pasco County School Board in a race separated by a handful of votes.
Florida Virtual School teacher Jessica Wright, 34, who has two children in the district, was on track to narrowly defeat incumbent Alison Crumbley’s reelection bid. With one precinct outstanding, Wright held a slim lead just outside the requirement for a recount.
“I’m honestly so thankful the community is ready for change and they trust me for that change,” said Wright, who has advocated for eliminating portable classrooms and reducing class sizes, among other issues.
In other races on the ballot, former state Sen.
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