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sponto_pronto t1_jd08yoj wrote

Reply to comment by BmoreBr0 in Zeke Cohen officially declares run for City Council President by gothaggis

it would be stupid not to install a close ally in your old seat, that's a vote you need if you win CCP

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BmoreBr0 t1_jd2o1je wrote

A candidate running for higher office has one goal and that is getting elected. Why would they risk alienating voter by endorsing someone who may be a political liability to them.

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sponto_pronto t1_jd8qa33 wrote

I guess by that logic politicians would never endorse other politicians, but that's not what happens.

Endorsing an allied successor and helping them win means more power as CCP and a better chance at setting yourself up for the next upward step.

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