Former longtime Mayor Willie Herenton, who had sent recent online smoke signals regarding a seventh race for Mayor, made it official on Monday with a post on his Facebook page and with the following message:
TO THE CITIZENS OF MEMPHIS:
My public service career in Memphis spans over three
decades. It was a privilege to serve as superintendent of
the Memphis City Schools for twelve years. And later,
elected five consecutive times as mayor of Memphis.
Today, it saddens me to see my hometown in a deep
and embarrassing crisis. Our city is in need of proven
leadership. This is not the time for on-the-job training.
In my opinion, and in all respect to the announced
candidates for the Mayor of Memphis – 2023, not a single
candidate has proven to be prepared for the challenges
facing my hometown.
I care about Memphis deeply.
For these reasons and more, I have decided to once
again, offer my services as a candidate for Mayor – 2023.
If I am your choice once again, I will faithfully serve all the
people of Memphis to the best of my abilities.
Yours truly,
Willie Herenton, Ph.D.
Here is the video of Herenton’s announcement.
