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Our democracy
is in peril,

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and we are
in the midst

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of a mental health
emergency.

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Therefore,
in times of crisis,

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sacrifice is needed,

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which is why I'm offering
my services

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as Mayor of Seattle.

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I'm a strong leader
who can communicate

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important ideas
and take a completely

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different approach to these
21st-century issues.

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I have
the right temperament

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for the complexity
of the job.

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I'm a minister,
military war veteran,

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and founder of the nonprofit
public charity

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called Balance Due.

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My personality is empathetic,
compassionate,

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stern,
and unrelenting.

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I can inform, connect,
and inspire

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the community
in an amazing way.

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My belief -- if we have
a laser-sharp focus

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on our mutual obstacles,
together

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we can overcome and have
a more robust return

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to our common bond
of normalcy.

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My vision for Seattle --
economic harmony.

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We want to streamline
economic recovery,

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balance the budget,

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create a more sustainable
future,

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and more
racial equity.

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My belief -- with
hope and optimism,

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we can create a new vitality,
one that translates

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into a better
quality of life

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for all of Seattle.

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I envision the Emerald City
shining again,

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illuminating even stronger
and louder.

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I see
an enhanced beauty,

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with the people
of Seattle

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reveling in the
newfound prosperity

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and vibrance
of the city.

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So, in conclusion, I implore
the people of Seattle

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to help me help you --

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by voting
for democracy,

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by voting for change,

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by voting
for a new energy,

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by voting for me,
Rodney Holt,

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your next
Mayor of Seattle.