Bailey: Missed opportunities to learn about candidates
Collierville’s Billy Patton (left) and Maureen Fraser (right) are running to replace Stan Joyner as mayor. (The Daily Memphian file)
Clay Bailey
Clay Bailey, a lifelong Memphian, has worked as a reporter in the city four decades. He concentrated on suburban coverage for the bulk of his career, except for a stint as sports editor of The Daily Memphian when it launched in September 2018. He now is suburban editor and also serves as a freelance sports writer for The Associated Press.
Cancellation and last-minute absences in suburban political appearances mean missed opportunity for voters and students to learn about candidates.
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