Who is Running For The County's At-Large Seat?
There are at least 12 candidates running for Mel Franklin's seat
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Context: Next week, Prince George’s County will hold a special election to replace Mel Franklin, who resigned from the county council due to allegedly misuse of campaign funds. Franklin resigned just before a state prosecutor could charge him with embezzling funds. Franklin’s resignation means that his At-Large seat is up for grabs.
Twelve candidates discussed their priorities and ethics for this voter guide, jointly published by The Bowie Sun, The Intersection Magazine, Streetcar Suburbs News, and Greenbelt News Review.
We asked each candidate about their top two priorities and how the council should address county issues. Candidates said they would prevent the misuse of campaign funds and carry out their duties ethically, if elected.
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