I was glad to see this *Indy* article digging into the mess of #DurhamNC politics, but the author spends a LOT of time spreading rumors and quoting people on topics they are not trustworthy about. It reinforces the 'progressive white folks versus older Black folks' trope, and is not that helpful in shining actual sunlight on things. But I look forward to reading the rest of the series.

https://indyweek.com/news/durham/ahead-of-municipal-elections-this-fall-durham-grapples-with-whats-next-for-a-scandal-plagued-city-council/ #BullCityPol #municipalPolitics

The plot thickens! Of all the announced candidates for Durham Mayor so far, I can say that Mike Woodard is far and away the most qualified.

https://www.newsobserver.com/news/politics-government/election/article277216263.html

#BullCityPol #DurhamNC

Jillian is one of the best local elected officials I've ever seen in action - and I've seen a lot! I used to wish we could clone her so we could have twice as much energy and ideas.

Now we'll have to face the impossible task of replacing her. Especially hard at a time when reactionaries have been moving the Council to the right.

Durham Council Member Jillian Johnson on Her Decision Not to Run for Reelection
https://indyweek.com/news/letter-durham-council-member-jillian-johnson-on-her-decision-not-to-run-for-reelection/

#DurhamNC #BullCityPol #DurhamCityCouncil