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Article: 3 compete to become Norman's next mayor: Voters will choose Harold Haralson's successor at the polls on Tuesday.
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- Daily Oklahoman (Oklahoma City, OK)
- Article date:
- March 1, 2007
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Byline: James S. Tyree
Mar. 1--NORMAN -- A city councilwoman, a real estate developer in his first political campaign and a frequent candidate for public office are competing to become Norman's next mayor. The winner will succeed Harold Haralson, who has chosen not to seek re-election after serving one three-year term. Tuesday is Election Day. Trey Bates
Bates is running for mayor to provide the long-range city leadership that he says is lacking. The real estate investor and developer said city government "has become way too reactionary" and often operates in crisis mode. "I'm frustrated with the lack of direction in our leadership," the ...