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Connections: The value of persistence in local politics

Rachel Barnhart, Mary Lupien, and Yversha Roman all won elections on Tuesday night. All three have run unsuccessfully in previous years.

We talk to them about why they have chosen to continue to pursue elected office, the value of persistence, and their perceptions of local politics. In studio:

  • Rachel Barnhart, candidate for Monroe County Legislature (21st District)
  • Mary Lupien, candidate for Rochester City Council (East District)
  • Yversha Roman, candidate for Monroe County Legislature (26th District)

Evan Dawson is the host of "Connections with Evan Dawson." He joined WXXI in January 2014 after working at 13WHAM-TV, where he served as morning news anchor. He was hired as a reporter for 13WHAM-TV in 2003 before being promoted to anchor in 2007.
Megan Mack is the executive producer of "Connections with Evan Dawson" and live/televised engagement programming.
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