Said Ahmed, a candidate for District 7 city councilor, opposes a petition from council leaders to cancel a special election, citing fairness and community voice. The petition, aimed at avoiding low turnout and costs ahead of the general election, has sparked controversy. Council President Ruthzee Louijeune highlights the risk of excluding residents from the electoral process, while Ahmed insists the district requires immediate representation to address pressing issues like housing insecurity and public safety. His campaign underscores the urgency of electing a new councilor without delay.
District 7 cannot afford to be without a voice. Our community is facing urgent challenges, from housing insecurity, to underfunded education, to public safety.
Given the accelerated timeline, the risk of excluding residents from the process is significant. It would be inequitable to ask the public to participate.
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