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Wright was an influential leader, known for his booming voice and mentorship efforts.

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Bazaldua doesn't expect today's vote to be a contentious one, because the vote will be a corrective action. "It's a beautiful thing, I believe it's the power of God. Because of God's power we were able to come together and get done," Wright's son, Calvin Wright, told the."I believe it will be a weight off our shoulders to get that vote in and finally get this done.At Tuesday's luncheon, City Council member Tennell Atkins, Dallas County Sheriff Marian Brown and Dallas ISD Trustee Maxie Johnson all spoke of the impact Wright had on advocating for South Dallas.

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