Vote 2009: Mayoral candidates take callers’ questions
Birmingham mayoral candidates William Bell and Patrick Cooper have answers. At least, they did when each one took callers’ questions separately for an hour Friday on WBHM (90.3 FM) Friday.
You can hear their responses below, in case you still haven’t decided …
William Bell:
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Patrick Cooper:
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Also:
- The Birmingham News reluctantly endorses Cooper.
- Birmingham News columnist John Archibald reviews the low points of the campaign.
- Birmingham News editorial writer Joey Kennedy reviews the short tenure of acting mayor Roderick Royal, including a “Plan of Action” for the next mayor.
- Black and White: “The two candidates in this runoff election could not represent a more distinct choice.”
- Birmingham Weekly columnist Kyle Whitmire: “Birmingham needs a hero. For the time being, we’ll have to settle for something less.”
- Candidates’ latest campaign finance reports: Bell has $15,484 balance, while Cooper has $30,823 debt.
And last but not least, a shout out from Vacant Manifesto during a WBHM “Tapestry” interview (at the 1:45 mark) …
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The runoff election takes place Tuesday. Look for results Tuesday evening on Wade on Birmingham.
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