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Posted by: Kate Prince on Feb 7, 2023

Former Memphis Mayor Willie Herenton yesterday announced his candidacy for another term in the role, the Commercial Appeal reports. “We need proven leadership,” Herenton said of the office. “This is not the time for on-the-job training." Herenton, 82, served as Memphis mayor from 1992 until 2009. He ran for an additional term in 2019, but ultimately conceded to Mayor Jim Strickland. Herenton joins 10 others in the race for mayor.