The Michigan Messenger wrapped up Detroit's election results thoroughly in saying that change came -- though for the time being the change is symbolic.
Excerpt:
Saunteel Jenkins celebrated with a diverse group of supporters from AFSME union leader
Al Garrett to councilwoman
Sheila Cockrel.
Both Barrow and Bing supporters attended her election night party. The
excitement was apparent with supporters warmly greeting Jenkins
throughout her media interviews. Jenkins said the promise of change
this election brought will affect all parties involved. "This is
absolutely a change election, even for incumbents," Jenkins told
Michigan Messenger. "The voters sent out a clear message that they
don't want the same old politics."
One example of the change Jenkins envisions is better cooperation
and teamwork among council members. During the campaign she built
strong relationships with her fellow candidates, she said. In fact, she
made a pact with Charles Pugh, Andre Spivey, Gary Brown and James Tate
to work on policies and programs to curb youth violence.
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