How the 2019 elections gauged Memphis’ state of change
The recent city elections, in which incumbent mayor Jim Strickland (center) defeated Tami Sawyer (top) and former mayor Willie Herenton, provide a chance to measure change in Memphis politics. (Daily Memphian File)
The race for mayor in particular highlighted different kinds of change at work in the city's politics, from cutting edge to much more gradual changes begun 12 years ago. With the winners and losers decided, the different kinds of change remain in play.
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2019 Memphis Elections Jim Strickland Lee Harris Tami Sawyer Willie Herenton
Bill Dries
Bill Dries covers city government and politics. He is a native Memphian and has been a reporter for more than 40 years.