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This is one example of my first-hand experience redeveloping blighted communities. The project was personal. This was known as one of the worst streets in Hattiesburg. A young man was shot to death in this courtyard. Now residents sit and chat in this quiet place. It's amazing what a little know-how, paint, and vigorous management can do.
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Sometimes getting the job done requires a hands-on approach. Here I volunteered to pick up trash with many other good people at Red Truck Recycling.
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Other candidates are running expensive campaigns with flashy campaign mailings and television ads and don't get out into the community. They are running for mayor. I am walking for it.
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